Fifteen WCPSS teachers have been named as semifinalists for the Diane Kent-Parker First Year Teacher Award. The first-year teachers recognized by their peers for their professionalism and dedication to children include:
Niki Britt, Reedy Creek Elementary
Meghan Brownell, Dillard Drive Middle
Joanna Cook, Yates Mill Elementary
Amber Craig, Apex Elementary
Ann Marie Edquist, Heritage Middle
Lindsey Evans, Apex Middle
Shea Grisham, Combs Elementary
Karen Hall, Aversboro Elementary
Ashley Kerr, Powell Elementary
William King, Millbrook High
Julie McGee, Fuquay-Varina High
Megan McHenry, Wildwood Forest Elementary
Luke Miles, Durant Road Middle
Emily Murdock, Sanford Creek Elementary
Preston Williams Jr., Middle Creek High
The selection committee members will interview the semifinalists and then name eight finalists. The Diane Kent-Parker First Year Teacher Award recipients will be honored at the WCPSS Teacher of the Year banquet on May 13.