Tutor, teacher helper, mentor – Pat Corlett has made it her mission to help young learners in any way she can. As a former teacher and administrator, she uses her past experiences to enhance learning for students at River Ridge Elementary.

She volunteers to help fifth-graders by tutoring them in math, assisting with language arts and prepping science materials. Pat mentors students, works with them on writing and puts together a class newspaper of published essays. 

Teachers and staff at River Ridge can count on her to listen and share her vast educational knowledge. Because of her unwavering commitment in going the extra mile in service to students, Leander ISD recognizes this remarkable individual as Volunteer of the Week.