Dorr kindergarten teacher Danielle LaJoye has been named a recipient of the Excellence in Education Award from the Michigan State Lottery. Shown with her is Lottery Commissioner Aric Nesbitt. LaJoye won $500 for her classroom, $500 for her school and her name will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win $10,000. She was recognized Monday at Michigan State University, where Spartan basketball coach Tom Izzo recognized the teachers. (Photo supplied)