Black Press and Staples, in partnership with Camosun College, are proud to recognize some of the great teachers found here in the Capital Region. We asked our readers to nominate teachers who have gone above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of the students they teach.

Shawna Weiss is a teacher at Crystal View elementary school. Here is what nominator Jessica Lloyd had to say about her:

She is the most amazing human you would ever meet. She is kind, caring and compassionate kindergarten teacher we have had her for a few years now and she has gone above and beyond for our son with autism. We briefly left the school for half the year and she still was a huge part of his life. So his return back to school was so flawless because he had her support and he knew she would be his safe person. She has gone above and beyond for her classroom every year. Highly recommended for this award!

Look for our Great Teachers special section running June 21 which will recognize the three teachers selected as this yearB次元官网网址檚 representatives as well as list all of the West Shore nominees.