Charlene Caldwell DeShields
Easton Elementary School first-grade teacher Charlene Caldwell DeShields has been nominated for the 2022-23 National LifeChanger of the Year award. Sponsored by the National Life Group Foundation, LifeChanger of the Year recognizes and rewards the very best K-12 educators and school district employees across the United States who are making a difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence, positive influence and leadership.
Ms. DeShields was nominated by an anonymous colleague.
“It is evident that DeShields resonates a love for her students, families, and community that reaffirms how fortunate the educational profession is to have someone as committed as her. DeShields’ former students and their family members always are eager to share a kind word or a heartwarming story on how DeShields impacted their lives. Her level of commitment has never wavered. She has remained a stalwart supporter of public education by serving on various committees and organizations within the community.” said the anonymous colleague. “Ask yourselves: have you ever had a teacher that just the mere thought of them made you smile? Ms. D has set herself apart as a LifeChanger. Her positive influence is a lasting testimony to the lives she has touched and made all the better by dedicating her life to education.”
About LifeChanger of the Year
Each school year, LifeChanger of the Year receives hundreds of nominations from all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eighteen individual LifeChanger of the Year awards will be given during the 2022-2023 school year.
(1) Grand Prize Winner – will receive $10,000 to be shared with their school/district.
- (4) Grand Prize Finalists – will receive $5,000 to be shared with their school/district.
- (10) LifeChanger Award Winners – will receive $3,000 to be shared with their school/district.
- (1) Spirit Award Winner – This award is given to the nominee whose community demonstrates the most support for their nomination. The winner will receive $5,000 to be shared with their school/district.
- (1) Capstone Award Winner – This award is given to a nominee retiring at the end of the 2022-23 school year. The winner will receive $3,000 to be shared with their school or district.
- (1) Spotlight Award Winner – This award is given to a nominee in a specific discipline each year. The winner will receive $5,000 to be shared with their school or district.
Winners are chosen by a selection committee comprised of former winners and education professionals, and will be announced in early 2023. Nominees must be K-12 teachers or school district employees. To be considered for an award, nominees must
- Make a positive impact in the lives of students
- Enhance their school or district’s atmosphere, culture and pride
- Demonstrate exemplary leadership at the school and/or district level
- Possess a proven record of professional excellence
- Show commitment to building a nurturing environment that supports learning
- Adhere to the highest moral and ethical standards
To support Charlene Caldwell DeShields’ LifeChanger of the Year nomination and help her win one of the awards, visit her profile using this link Ms. Charlene DeShields and leave a comment about how she has changed your life. To nominate someone from your school community, visit www.LifeChangeroftheYear.com.
Vickie J. Wilson, Retired School Counselor says
Ms. D is awesome and deserving of this nomination and hopefully the award. I’ve known Charlene since I relocated to Easton in 1980. When I retired in 2017 from TCPS I did not hesitate to say yes to volunteering weekly in her classroom. She changes the lives of the students she works with. I’m proud to consider her a friend. She’s such a great person.
Mickey Terrone says
Charlene is the epitome of personal dedication to making this a better county, country and world.
Congratulations in advance, Charlene!
Mickey Terrone
Christine Redman says
Ms. DeShields, lovingly known as Ms. D, is so deserving of this award! She has impacted my family by providing a strong foundation for my daughter, Autumn, who is now in 11th grade, but who was blessed enough to have Ms. D. as her first grade teacher. Ms. D taught her a love for learning, helped empower her to have a positive self-worth, and stressed the value of each
person in our community. She has been an amazing role model for students, staff, and their families. We are so grateful for the love that Ms. D has shared with her students and countless others for so many years!