Christie Brown, a teacher at Spiritridge Elementary School in Bellevue, was named teacher of the week by STAR 101.5 radio in a surprise visit on Sept. 26.

She received a personalized plaque from Issaquah Trophy & Awards, a $100 check and $100 VISA gift card from Sound Credit Union and a makeover gift card courtesy of Blanc N’ Schwartz Salon in Kent.

Her students received a goody bag full of prizes from Sound Credit Union, Dairy Farmers of Washington, KOMO 4, and STAR 101.5.