Dearborn Teacher Honored as Exceptional Educator of the Month

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Dearborn, MI — November 2025 — Giroux Pappas Trial Attorneys Announces that November’s Exceptional Educator is Michele Thomas of Dearborn Divine Child School. This month, we “give thanks” for the extraordinary educators who devote their lives to helping children thrive — and Michele Thomas truly embodies that spirit.

With more than 27 years of teaching experience, Michele has made a profound and lasting impact on students’ reading, fluency, and confidence since the beginning of her career at Divine Child. Now serving as the ELA Department Head and Curriculum Coordinator, she oversees English and reading instruction for grades K–8 and works directly with students who need additional help, individualized attention, or specialized strategies for success. Her dedication has supported students with special needs, dyslexia, and those reading below grade level, ensuring every child receives the tools and encouragement they need to grow.

Recognized by dozens of parents for her unwavering commitment and heartfelt guidance, Michele is admired not only for her expertise but also for her humility — she never seeks attention, despite the countless success stories she has helped create. Former students who return years later to thank her for shaping their achievements are a testament to her remarkable impact.

Giroux Pappas Trial Attorneys is honored to recognize Michele Thomas for her exceptional dedication to education and her influence on students, colleagues, and the Divine Child community.

Nominate an Exceptional Educator Today!

Do you know a teacher who goes above and beyond for their students? We’re always looking for the next amazing educator to honor! Submit your nomination for the Giroux Pappas Exceptional Educators program by completing this nominaton form Let’s give these incredible teachers the recognition they deserve!

For more information on the Exceptional Educator Award, visit https://www.greatmiattorneys.com/exceptional-educators/

Giroux Pappas created the Exceptional Educator Program and partners with WXYZ to gather nominations for educators in the area that go above and beyond for their students. Giroux Pappas launched the program in January 2022 to give back to the community it serves and has recognized and donated to a teacher each month since.

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Giroux Pappas Trial Attorneys, P.C. , Michigan personal injury, trial law firm specializing in providing aggressive representation for clients in Farmington Hills, Southfield, Ann Arbor, Detroit, Warren, Grand Rapids and throughout Michigan. They help those who have suffered a personal injury stemming from an auto, motorcycle, or trucking accident; medical malpractice, birth injury, civil rights, wrongful death or sexual assault fight for their legal rights. The Giroux Pappas Trial Attorneys have experience in over 120 trials and have recovered millions for their clients.