Nanette Russell returns to Fredonia-Moccasin School

FREDONIA — Fredonia-Moccasin School is excited to welcome Nanette Russell back to our school family as our new Preschool and Kindergarten teacher!

Miss Nan is already a familiar face in the community, and we’re excited to welcome her back! Photo courtesy of the Fredonia-Moccasin School District.

Many in our community know her as “Miss Nan,” the familiar and friendly face at the Fredonia City Pool, where she has served as pool manager for many years. Now, she is returning to the classroom to continue doing what she loves most - helping young children learn, grow and thrive.

Nanette joins us following the retirement of our beloved Preschool and Kindergarten teacher, Jeanne Crookston. While Jeanne leaves behind an incredible legacy of love and dedication, we are confident Nanette will continue that tradition by creating a classroom where every child feels welcomed, cared for and encouraged to reach their full potential. Their friendship of more than 25 years makes this transition especially meaningful for our school community.

A proud Fredonia native, Nanette graduated from Fredonia High School and has continued her education through LDS Business College, Coconino Community College, Mohave Community College and is currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree in education through Western Governors University.

Nanette began her career in early childhood education in 2006 with the Head Start program, where she spent 14 years helping young learners build the strong academic and social foundations they need for success. During that time, she earned her Child Development Associate (CDA) credential. In 2020, she joined Fredonia- Moccasin School as a paraprofessional and later served as our preschool teacher for four years.

Family is at the heart of Nanette’s life. She is the proud mother of three daughters and a devoted grandmother to seven wonderful grandchildren. Her love for children extends beyond her own family and is reflected in the compassion, warmth and genuine care she brings to every student she teaches.

When she isn’t teaching, Nanette enjoys drawing, crafting, watching Arizona’s beautiful sunsets, exploring the hills, rock hounding and spending time outdoors.

Parents can feel confident knowing their children will be welcomed into a classroom built on kindness, consistency, respect and genuine care. Nanette is committed to creating an environment where every child feels valued and eagerly anticipates school each day.

Welcome home, Miss Nan! We are so excited for the wonderful year ahead.