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16 finalists named for Diane Kent-Parker First-Year Teacher Award
January 14, 2025
Each year our district honors a group of outstanding teachers from elementary, secondary and special education with the Diane Kent-Parker First-Year Teacher Award. These teachers are recognized for navigating the challenges of a new job with grace, skill and confidence. They serve as models for their colleagues and inspiration for their students.
The following are the 16 finalists for this special recognition. The four winners will be surprised by Superintendent Taylor in February and honored at our Teacher of the Year Banquet in May.
- Leaha Renee Burgess, Martin Magnet Middle
- Cierra Broome, Reedy Creek Magnet Middle
- Rachel Callahan, Forestville Road Elementary
- Abigail Cook, A.B. Combs Magnet Elementary
- Cailin DeLeo, Athens Drive Magnet High
- Olivia Denbo, Fuller Magnet Elementary
- Megan Hammontree, Green Level High
- Shanice Hines-Miller, Mills Park Elementary
- Haley Mitchell, North Garner Middle
- Allison Nidiffer, Millbrook Magnet High
- Tangela Ormond, Fox Road Magnet Elementary
- Marion Porter, Durant Road Middle
- Molly Todd, West Millbrook Magnet Middle
- Chris Tuggle, Herbert Akins Road Middle
- Rachel Vondervor, Broughton Magnet High
- Alisha Wilder, Wakefield High