Diana Roney is a 7th grade Science teacher at Washburn Rural Middle School and our July 2019 Crystal Apple winner. Ms.Roney’s nominator had some amazing things to say about this dedicated educator:

“One of the best pieces of advice anyone gave me as a beginning teacher was to find the marigolds in my school. People plant marigolds in their gardens because they keep pests away. Di Roney is a marigold in my school. She is always available to give a hug, help, or just listen. Her students aren’t just her students, they are her kids. She spends her weekends attending their events so that they know she cares. She understands that teaching is relationships. She’ll travel the Earth to build them.​”

We love to find teachers who stick out because of their love and willingness to go the extra mile for their students. Don’t forget to nominate your favorite teacher here!

Tell us about your terrific teacher! Each month, the Majic Morning Show will choose one educator to honor on-air and online. The educator will receive a Prairie Band Casino Prize Pack, as of 2019, (Overnight Stay, $100 to the steakhouse, two buffet vouchers and $25 in Prairie Cash) plus a commemorative crystal apple award engraved with Majic & Prairie Band Casino Logo. Of the 12 monthly winners, one will be named Educator of the YEAR! The educator of the year will receive $1000 donation to their school, along with a Prairie Band Casino Prize Pack (with an overnight stay, $100 Prairie Cash, 2 Breakfast buffet vouchers, $100 to the steakhouse and 2 concert tickets).