Honorees

Teacher

 Paula Cartmell (Math teacher) Duncanville High School nominated by DHS Senior Sharif Long

• Ms. Cartmell has seen it all as a member of the DHS family for more than 30 years.
• Each day, you invest in students’ futures through discussion about plans after graduation, whether it’s college or career.
• Long said, “For many of us, we are first-generation college students and she has been a huge influence in helping us decide on our plans, receive financial aid and obtain scholarships. Honestly, if it was not for Ms. Cartmell’s dedication to her students having a successful collegiate experience, many of my peers would probably not be attending a university in the fall.”
• You are much more than a classroom teacher. That’s evident in the additional responsibilities you choose to take on, such as National Honor Society sponsor.
• As the NHS sponsor, you encourage students to be involved in their community.
  
  

 Staff

Nelda Wadle (Special Education) Plaza – Central Administration nominated by Special Education Director Mackenzie Casall

• Nelda has worked in Duncanville ISD Special Education department for many, many years.
• She supports Special Education administration, as well as every diagnostician, LSSP, and SLP in the district.
• Nelda is described as having a servant mentality and our assessment team knows they couldn't function without her.
• On any given day you will find her auditing a huge stack of Special Education folders to ensure compliance, which ultimately contributes to the success of Special Education students in Duncanville ISD.
• She takes time out of her schedule to meet with staff one-on-one to coach team members how to correctly complete required paperwork.
• Her experience and insight is invaluable to the assessment team.
• In addition to her main job, Nelda is always available to support the Special Education department in any way, big or little.
• She always has a smile on her face and has a heart of gold.
  
  

 Student

Madison Cooper (Senior) Duncanville High School nominated by DHS Senior Sharif Long.

• Madison is on Student Council, where she has served as a class officer for three years and scrapbook committee chair for two years.
• With her help, Student Council has continued to grow and transition from being so heavily dominated by upper classmen, but having a great representation in underclassmen as well.
• She organized an after-school program in conjunction with Bilhartz in order to encourage healthy living through fun games, activities, dance and food.
• Madison is in the top 2% of her graduating class, a talented artist and also competes in SkillsUSA with photography.
• If you were at the District Art Show last week, you would have seen some of her impressive work.
• Despite her busy schedule, she still sets aside time to give back to her school with her many talents.
• Madison has the sort of skills that you’d like to see in a young adult, and reflects caring, leadership, and love to everyone she encounters.

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