Position: Fifth Grade Math and Science Teacher
School: Mabscott Elementary School
School District: Raleigh County Schools
City, State: Mabscott, WV
Crystal Yost was nominated by her spouse, Brandon Yost.
Mrs. Yost has impacted her community in many ways. She is a leader at her school, and the students and staff value her opinion and conviction in the classroom. She has made many videos that have gone viral helping to inspire others and recognize problems in the area. Her students are actively involved in the process, which helps them build skills they can use in the future.
Mrs. Yost is always taking the leadership role in everything she does and inspires others to stand out and make a difference. She goes above and beyond what is asked of her, and that is why she motivates and encourages others to be better than they are and do more than they do. Her students have excelled in and out of the classroom. When they leave her, they are more prepared for what is to come.
"There is no one I feel who would be better for this award/recognition than Crystal Yost," said Mr. Yost. "She is a valued member in her community, a loving wife, a wonderful mother and a devoted friend. She has changed many lives already and will continue to change more in the years to come."