Whitney Heimann, the nurturing force for Karnes City Primary's kindergarteners, is a true advocate of inclusive and individualized learning. In her diverse classroom, she masterfully tailors her approach to cater to each unique student, making it her unwavering mission to help them learn and flourish.

This year, she's added an extra layer of care by implementing mental health check-ins, ensuring her students not only grasp academic concepts but also feel valued and supported. Whitney's classroom is a tapestry of diverse backgrounds, including special ed, speech-impaired, English language learners, and gifted students, each finding a path to their learning goals under her guidance. Through her dedication, she's witnessed remarkable progress in her autistic students, both academically and socially, a testament to the power of an extraordinary teacher who ensures every child knows they have a chance.