2025 Darrell Saucier Innovative Classroom Grant Recipients

(October 27, 2025) - HCSD is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s Darrell Saucier Innovative Classroom Grants, awarded to support creative and impactful classroom projects across our school district! Tonight, the following teachers were recognized during the Harrison County School Board meeting for their innovative classroom ideas and dedication to student success: 
 
•Ashley Enlow – “The Million Word Club” 
North Woolmarket Elementary & Middle School 
8th Grade ELA Teacher
 
•Michaela Ware – “Building Future Scientists: Introduction to Stem” 
Crossroads Elementary School 
Journey-Gifted Education Teacher
 
•Michelle Barrow – “Exploring Career Journeys” 
West Wortham Elementary & Middle School 
Journey-Gifted Education Teacher
 
•Jennifer Walker – “Learning Through Sensory Exploration & Dramatic Play” 
West Wortham Elementary & Middle School 
Kindergarten Teacher
 
•Janice Barnes – “The Creative Commons Makerspace: Fostering Innovation at Three Rivers Elementary” 
Three Rivers Elementary School 
Library Media Specialist 
 
•Logan Williams – “STEM, Life, and Social Emotional Skills in Action: Empowering Exceptional Learners” 
West Harrison Middle School Special Education Teacher
 
•Ondrea Magee – “The Spring Surprise” 
North Gulfport Elementary & Middle School 
8th Grade Science Teacher
 
•Johnette Garcia – “Landfills to Landmines!” 
West Wortham Elementary & Middle School 
5th Grade Science Teacher
 
•Heather King – “Play to Learn: Dramatic & Sensory Exploration for Kindergarten Success”  
North Woolmarket Elementary & Middle School 
Kindergarten Teacher
 
Established in June of 2019, the Darrell Saucier Innovative Classroom Grant was created to ensure that outstanding Harrison County School District teachers and teacher assistants have access to funding that fosters student engagement for years to come. This incredible opportunity was made possible through the generosity of Mr. Darrell Saucier, who passed away in 2019 and named the Harrison County School District as the beneficiary of his savings account. His remarkable gift of $642,884.84 remains the largest donation in the district’s 63-year history — a lasting legacy that continues to enrich student learning every year.
 
Congratulations to all of this year’s grant recipients, and heartfelt thanks to the Saucier family for honoring Mr. Saucier’s passion for education and lifelong learning!