Paraeducator Of The Year

Dawn Dickau

Hatton Elementary School
2023-2024

Dawn has been working in the District since 2015.

• She acquired a specialized skill to work 1:1 with a visually impaired student
• Has taken multiple training and professional development classes to be certified in Braille
• Prepares and translates all learning material and assignments to Braille
• Attends Silver Star Band practice and concerts after hours
• Has translated countless pieces of music into Braille for the student, who plays trumpet; and, incorporated numbers, rhythms, notes, and dynamics in the translation
• Dawn has gone above and beyond to prepare the student for middle school by meeting and collaborating with staff to ensure the environment and mindsets are equipped to receive such a unique student