Teacher returns to community that supported her

Published 10:39 am Tuesday, July 29, 2025

By Bridgette Dillard
Davie Community Foundation

For one Davie County educator, the path to a fulfilling career in education started with powerful investments in her future – scholarships.
Kaycee Dixon graduated from Davie County High School in 2010. Thanks to the support of the White-Martin Scholarship, James McGuire Scholarship, and Jim Bremer Scholarship, all administered by the Davie Community Foundation, she was able to pursue her dream of becoming a teacher. Kaycee attended the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where she earned a degree in Elementary Education.
After graduating from UNC-G, she returned to her Davie County roots and began her teaching career at Cooleemee Elementary School, where she spent eight years as a third-grade teacher. In 2021, she earned her National Board Certification and transitioned into her current role as a Reading Specialist, a position she has held for the past three years.
“The scholarships I received truly shaped my path,” she said. “The donors generosity allowed me to continue my education and achieve my goals. I’m so grateful to be a part of a community that always looks for ways to give back.”
Her professional journey has included mentoring new teachers, offering guidance on classroom management, instruction, and student engagement throughout the school year.
Beyond her work in education, Kaycee is passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles. She teaches group exercise classes at the Davie Family YMCA and the Jerry Long YMCA and tutors elementary students throughout Davie County.
When asked what advice she would give to high school and college students, she emphasized the importance of resilience and community.
“Believe in yourself, and don’t let fear of failure keep you from trying something new,” she said. “Surround yourself with people who want to see you succeed.”
She also shared a message to her younger self: “Life is a journey, so enjoy the ride. Celebrate the small moments just as much as the big achievements.”
Kaycee’s goal is “to continue to enjoy every moment in life.” She carries forward the generosity she’s received, giving back each day in the classroom and beyond.