The Best Teachers

Teachers open up young minds,
showing them the wonders of the intellect
and the miracle
of being able to think for themselves.
A teacher exercises
the mental muscles of students,
stretching and strengthening,
so they can make challenging decisions,
find their way in the world,
and become independent.
The best teachers care enough
To gently push and prod students
to do their best
and fulfill their potential.
You are one of those.
Thank you.

By Joanna Fuchs

Kindergarten Teachers

Gail Gregory, Kindergarten Teacher

Laytona Akers, Kindergarten Aide

Susan Graham, Kindergarten Teacher

Ruby East, Kindergarten Aide

First Grade Teachers

Jan Woodward, First Grade Teacher

JoAnn Gaspersich, First Grade Teacher

Second Grade Teachers

Peggy Whittaker, Second Grade Teacher

Deanna Morris, Third Grade Teacher

Third Grade Teachers

Sharon Belcher, Third Grade

Mr Farra

Long Term Sub 3rd Grade

Betty Addington,  Third Grade Teacher

Fourth Grade Teachers

Reba Jesse, Fourth Grade Teacher

Virginia Hill, Fourth Grade Teacher

Specialists

Darla Mullins, Inclusion

Wendy Hicks, Inclusion

To My Teacher

A substitute for working moms,
she comforts, pampers, soothes and calms.
With all the love she has to share,
She's great to have when mom's not there.

She loves to rock a fussy child,
corrects the one who gets too wild.
She hears her share of tearful pleas,
and comforts those with skinned up knees.

With little children she plays a peek,
for bigger ones it's hide-and-seek.
She is an expert at each game,
but somehow loses just the same

She helps them learn the alphabet,
and gives them hugs when they're upset.
She is a true and trusted friend,
who helps them learn and play pretend.

Although she's paid, it's plain to see,
She serves them with a love that's free

Kim Williams - School Nurse

June Skaggs, Title I

Linda Saxton, Gifted

Jenna Williams, Reading Interventionist

Media

Dee Dee Radspinner, Media Teacher

Music

Angela Hutchins, Music Teacher

Physical Education

Sandy Morefield, PE Teacher

Bible

Pat Martin, Bible

Band

Kim Murphy, Band

J. Bryan Staten, Principal                                                                                                                                                                            Doris Akers,  Secretary