Counselor 'Teaches Compassion’: St. Pete Teacher Shout-Out

ST. PETE, FL — Great teachers matter. In St. Pete, we're fortunate to have teachers like Mrs. Kellye Rainwater.

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

This submission comes from Vandana Dillon, who nominated Mrs. Kellye Rainwater of St. Petersburg.

Teacher’s name

Mrs. Kellye Rainwater

How do you know the teacher?

She is a counselor at my daughter’s high school (my daughter just graduated).

What does this person teach?

She is a counselor. She teaches compassion.

Why do you believe the teacher should be recognized or honored?

Because she goes above and beyond to serve the students - even those who she is not assigned to like my daughter.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the teacher?

She shines so bright and is a beacon of hope for the school system.

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