'Has Gone Way Above Her Duties': North Andover Hero Laura Stevens

NORTH ANDOVER, MA— When times are tough, heroes emerge. We all know someone who's making a difference right now as we live through unprecedented and changing times.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. Together with Ring, we're working to let all your neighbors know about these outstanding people and their stories.

This submission comes from an anonymous Patch reader who nominated Laura Stevens of North Andover Middle School.

Name: Laura Stevens

State: MA

Home town: North Andover

Hero's job: Education.

Relationship to nominee: Kid's school

Reason for recognition: I would just like to nominate Laura Stevens from North Andover middle school. My daughter suffers from anxiety and she has gone out of her way to make sure my daughter is safe and comfortable. She has gone way above her duties as a teacher!

One thing to know: Laura is the kindest and most caring person we know!

Thank you for all you do, Laura!

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