Bellefontaine City Schools is proud to announce its Thursday Tribe Member of the Week.

Adrienne Dearwester is this week’s recipient.

Title: Second Grade Teacher

Years of experience: 22 1/2 years

Why you love being a Chieftain: I love the camaraderie I share with some of the most dedicated humans I know. I get to be part of a group of people who work to empower young minds to be their best and empower each other in the process.

Classroom motto or quote to live by: I don't have a class motto, but we talk about being better today than yesterday.

What you love doing outside of school: I love to visit my family, walk the trails at Myeerah, read, and watch my children in their hobbies and sports.