Honor Roll Features
Donna Anderson Mellons '75
After a nearly 30-year career as a physical education teacher, Donna Mellons '75 retired from Wrights Mill Road Elementary School in Auburn, Ala. in 2004. The school that she dedicated her entire career to has most definitely felt the benefits of her love and passion for education. In addition to her teaching, she spent countless afternoons making sure students got on the right bus safely, as well as coordinating May Days, Spirit Days and Field Nights. She encouraged, challenged and helped students meet and exceed their potential. Always willing to pitch in and lend a hand, Mellons embodies the spirit all educators share.
She is described by her colleague, friend and fellow College of Education alumna Susan Housel '73 as a "woman of generosity and grace." Mellons was honored through the Honor Roll by her Wrights Mill Road Elementary colleagues and Alpha Delta Kappa friends whose combined contributions allowed them to commemorate her retirement in this meaningful way. This honor certainly embodies Mellons' tireless dedication to the improvement and well-being of the students, teachers and staff of Wrights Mill Road Elementary School.
Mellons is a two-time graduate of Auburn University's College of Education, earning both her bachelor and master's degrees from the college.
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