Teacher

Cheryl Barringer is a District-Wide Adaptive P.E. Teacher, and for 46 years, her entire professional career, she has worked for Duncanville ISD. According to Cynthia Jarid, the Executive Director of Special Education, Barringer pours into the lives of children, families, community members, and colleagues. Jarid says that Barringer goes above and beyond to serve district students with special needs. In her role and throughout her professional career, Barringer continuously seeks opportunities to ensure students have access and inclusivity. She ensures that other learners are developed as she serves and supports them across the district. Beyond her professional duties, she has been committed to helping students become athletes through the Special Olympics in multiple sports for decades. She supports the city of Duncanville track meet to ensure that district students have the support to participate. Not only is Barringer a P.E. teacher, but during her spare time, she takes on driving bus routes for the district when needed and does so with a smile. Her selflessness and willingness are why Cheryl Barringer is Made With Pride. 

Student

Jaikeem Mitchell is a 5th-grader at Daniel Intermediated. He is not just an intermediate student, but he is a star athlete and has academic gifts. Jaikeem is fortunate to be one of the fastest kids in the country! 
At nine years old, he broke the 100m national record and won a rare triple gold in the 100m, 200m, and 400m at the Junior Olympics. This year, at ten years old, he's the only kid to earn All-American (top five) in all three sprint events at the Junior Olympics. Even though Jaikeem has had some great wins in life, his journey hasn't been without challenges. Last year, due to severe asthma, Jaikeem missed class and excessive instructional time, but this health complication did not stop Jaikeem from earning a Master's on his 4th-grade Reading STAAR. Jaikeem's mother, Lakesha, says her son is intelligent, articulate, well-mannered, athletic and works hard! It's these qualities and Jaikeem's tenacity despite adversity that make Jaikeem Mitchell Made With Pride. 

Staff