Alexandria Figueroa, Richland High School freshman, was recently honored for her winning entry in the “My Favorite Teacher Contest” sponsored by Barnes and Noble Booksellers. Figueroa wrote a letter to a teacher who influenced her life. She had to state in her letter why she admired and appreciated her favorite teacher, Hillary Friday, North Ridge Middle School math/algebra teacher. Figueroa and Friday both received certificates of recognition and a gift from the Barnes and Noble, Hurst store. Figueroa’s entry will be submitted in the bookseller’s regional contest.

Pictured below from left to right are: Sarah Mize, Barnes and Noble Community Business Development Manager, Hurst; Alexandria Figueroa, Richland High School; and Hillary Friday, North Ridge Middle School.