Golden Apple teacher Heather Little fosters a love for learning in her kindergarten students at Little Flower School in Great Mills
Cheers filled the gym at Little Flower School in Great Mills, Maryland on April 22 as kindergarten teacher Heather Little walked through the doors and was met with a burst of gold confetti and waving pom-poms.
Students and fellow teachers lined the space as confetti canisters popped, in a surprise ceremony where it was announced that Little had been named as a 2026 Golden Apple Award-winning teacher. Representatives from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington’s Catholic Schools Office announced the honor, which includes a $5,000 award recognizing excellence in Catholic education. It is presented annually to educators who demonstrate professional excellence, leadership, a commitment to Catholic values, and dedication to their students.