Red River Elementary announced Mrs. Crystal Steinert as the 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year. Known for her dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence, Mrs. Steinert continually goes above and beyond for her students. RRES considers itself fortunate to have such an inspiring educator on its team.

Steinert has been shaping young minds for 20 years. A native of St. Tammany Parish, she taught there for 12 years before moving to Red River Parish, where she has spent the past eight years making a lasting impact in the classroom. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Southeastern Louisiana University and a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction.

Outside of school, she is a devoted wife and mother of two children, both proud students in the Red River Parish School System. She shared that Red River has truly become her “new home,” and she is grateful to be part of such a supportive and close-knit community.