Riann was a beloved art educator from Nixa High School that passed away from cancer on April 1, 2020. This page is dedicated to her memory.

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"Riann always put her family first and her smile was contagious. She was proud to be a UCM alumni where she ran Cross Country. Her students always felt good in her presence. Riann has always been here for me and I was always able to refer to her if I had questions about things we did in the past."  -Ryan Widel, Nixa High School

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"Riann had a great heart for students. She worked hard to help her kids reach the very best they could be, whether that be in art, or their everyday lives. Her dedication is something rarely found and her smile brought with it so much light and positivity. She will be so greatly missed, but through art, she will always be remembered."     -Olivia Willoughby, Nixa Junior High

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"Riann had a sarcastic sense of humor that resonated with teenagers. I always loved just talking 'art' with her. She was always looking for new ways to push her students beyond what they thought was their best."  -Teressa Duncan, Willard High School

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"I have known Riann since I was in 2nd grade. She and her parents were like family to us. I even got to student teach with her before I started teaching art full time. She will be missed."  -Lee VonAllmen, Republic High School

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"Riann touched so many lives in her short lifetime. She would love that this show is dedicated to her memory."   -Kyndal Frazier, Nixa Junior High

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"The Nixa School District and the Nixa Education Foundation have set up a memorial art scholarship in Riann's name. We are accepting donations now. NEF will be able to accept cash or check (payable to the Nixa Education Foundation). Donations can be mailed (or dropped off at Faught Administration Center. We are proud to offer this opportunity for future art students following in her footsteps."

 

Nixa Education Foundation

Attn: HR Department

301 S Main St

Nixa, MO 65714

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