Mélissa Giroux, a special education teacher at École secondaire Sieur de Coulonge (ESSC) was recently awarded a medal for her commitment to her students on Feb. 25. Giroux earned a bronze medal from Forces AVENIR in the committed personal future category. In a post on the ESSC Facebook page, the school commended Giroux for always encouraging her students, working with them without judgement and guiding them to success. Inset: Giroux was honoured with a bronze medal for her achievements. Facebook photos.