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A huge congratulations to all the dedicated educators who have been recognized for their hard work and impact on students' lives. Teaching is a calling, and your commitment to education makes a lasting difference. Well done! 👏🍎🎓 Congratulations to all the Teachers of the Year!

Newland Elementary School - Mike Jackson

  • Physical Education Teacher K-5

  • Educator for 4.5 years

Mike Jackson

Crossnore Elementary School - Kim Wiseman

  • 5th Grade Math and Science

  • Educator for 37.5  years

TOY

Banner Elk Elementary School - Jenny Townsend

  • Physical Education - Grades K-5

  • Educator for 20 years

TOY

Freedom Trail Elementary School - Caroline Turner

  • Pre-K Teacher

  • Educator for 19 years

TOY

Riverside Elementary School - Kelly Byrd

  • 2nd and 3rd grade Math

  • Educator for 19 years

TOY

Avery Middle School- Chad Rogers

  • 7th and 8th Grade Math Teacher

  • Educator for almost 30 years

Chad Rogers

Cranberry Middle School- Adele Byrd

  • Educator for over 17 years

  • 6th to 8th Grade

TOY

Avery County High School- April Cheuvront

  • (9th to 12th Grade) Chemistry, Earth/Environmental Science and AP Environmental Science

  • Educator for 22 years

TOY