Wow! We had an overwhelming response to the 2024 Teacher Pay It Forward campaign.
Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit nominations and share inspiring stories about all the deserving teachers in our community. It's clear that Emanuel, Candler, Toombs, and Bulloch county students have a bright future.
Congratulations to the thirteen teachers that were selected to receive $1500 in extra classroom supplies each. You are all exceptional and we are honored to play a role in helping you make an even greater impact this year.
See you next year!
Samantha Boswell
"Mrs. Boswell inspires her students with her creativity and enthusiasm. Even beyond her regular teaching hours, she dedicates countless hours to planning, fundraising, and ensuring that her students have the necessary equipment and opportunities. Mrs. Boswell's selflessness extends to her willingness to go above and beyond for her students."
Dianne Lawson
“Dianne Lawson is an exceptional teacher. When you walk into her classroom it's covered in artwork from her students showing them how proud of them she is. She listens to her students and helps them grow and build their confidence to express themselves in their own unique ways. When she isn't in the classroom, she's organizing school plays, orchestrating with the choir, cheering on the kids at the sports games, and much much more.”
Reagan Benton
“She has an incredible ability to connect with students and inspire them. Her enthusiasm for teaching has made a significant difference in her students' learning experience. She uses innovative and engaging methods that make complex topics understandable and enjoyable. She provides exceptional support and encouragement, helping students build confidence and reach their full potential. Her passion for teaching and dedication to her students is evident in everything she does.”
Adiela Serralde
“Not only is she an excellent educator, but she is also an excellent mentor & cares so deeply about her students… not just their education, but their hearts, confidence, and their well-being. She is an absolute nurturer and cares so much for her students!”
Ashlee Lanier
“Ms. Ashlee Lanier goes above and beyond in providing her students with a fun and safe learning environment. I have witnessed her spend countless hours searching for ways to bring fun into every learning activity and even researching techniques that will aid each student in their studies. She has shown me that teaching is not just a job it’s a lifestyle!”
Brenda Dealr
“Ms. Deal gives 200% to her school and students. She supervises students in work programs and is sponsor of the FBLA program in addition to teaching business courses. She has been named State Advisor of the Year for FBLA along with her chapter being named Chapter of the Year several times. She is truly dedicated to her job.”
Melissa Beasleyl
“Melissa Beasley is the lead special education teacher at ECI as well as teaching students in her classroom 9th -12th. She teaches the children that most have given up on. She goes the extra mile and makes sure her students have a future in continuing education.”
Janay Caver
“Ms. Caver is always researching new and eventful ways to captivate her children’s learning experiences. She’s motivated, thinks outside the box, and genuinely cares and wants the children's learning experiences to be attainable and meaningful. She goes over and beyond to make learning fun and interesting.”
Dr. Greg Bailey
“Students love Dr. Bailey's classes as he views them all as capable learners who will work hard and excel in a nurturing environment. He is in constant contact with parents and always does what is best for the student. He always treats them as he would want his children and grandchildren to be taught. Every year and every new group of students is a new beginning and challenge for Dr. Bailey.”
Diana Johnson
“This teacher is the best because she always strives to put her students above herself, and she truly enjoys being able to teach children math that may have never enjoyed it before. She always teaches with patience, as well as motivation and logic.”
Bailey Jeffers
“Bailey teaches the students in our adaptive special education class. He goes above and beyond to really understand each student, their unique personalities, as well as their exceptional needs. Being a middle school kid is rough, but when you add a disability on top of that these kids tend to struggle even more. Bailey has pushed to include our students with their typical peers when possible, knowing that they also desire to be accepted and understood like everyone else.”
Tanya Coursey
“When I tell you she gives her everything to every child she teaches, I mean it. This woman dedicates every day to help each child grow and in their own way, teaching at their pace but also making sure they are loved and cared for. She puts in a strong effort in and out of the classroom to make help make these beginning years of school for not only the children but the parents. She looks forward to every child and class and cries when they leave. She is the most deserving teacher and woman of this.”
Megan Bush
“Megan Bush goes above and beyond for her school kids she loves them all dearly they are very special to her. She teaches special education and she loves her job”
