Bertric Luetissur Manning, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, teacher and community leader. She has dedicated her life to helping others and served as a classroom teacher in Dallas Independent School District. She was recognized as “Teacher of the Year” many times. She was the DFW Coordinator for the "No Child Left Behind" 2002 Achievement Academy. She has reached a pinnacle of success in church and Christian living. One of her treasures is a plaque to a 'Grade "A" Teacher Award for making school so super cool. During her retirement she spent time developing programs to improve teaching techniques and enhance student achievement.