{"id":2363,"date":"2024-03-19T20:45:35","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T20:45:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpdev01.mdek12.org\/communications\/?p=2363"},"modified":"2024-08-08T14:18:20","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T14:18:20","slug":"mde-announces-state-finalists-for-2024-administrator-of-the-year-teacher-of-the-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpdev01.mdek12.org\/communications\/2024\/03\/19\/mde-announces-state-finalists-for-2024-administrator-of-the-year-teacher-of-the-year\/","title":{"rendered":"MDE announces state finalists for 2024 Administrator of the Year, Teacher of the Year"},"content":{"rendered":"
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NEWS RELEASE<\/strong><\/p>\n

For Immediate Release: \u00a0March 19, 2024<\/p>\n

\"2024<\/p>\n

MDE announces state finalists for 2024 Administrator of the Year, Teacher of the Year<\/strong><\/p>\n

JACKSON, Miss. \u2013 The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) announced today the finalists for the 2024 Mississippi Administrator of the Year and the 2024 Mississippi Teacher of the Year.<\/p>\n

The Mississippi Administrator of the Year program honors an administrator who demonstrates superior ability to inspire teachers, employs exemplary leadership practices and participates as an active member of the community. The recipient will receive a $5,000 stipend and will share expertise through various presentations, professional development, and activities for the improvement of education in the state.<\/p>\n

The Mississippi Teacher of the Year program recognizes exemplary teachers in the state. The award recipient will be asked to share expertise through various presentations, professional development, and activities for the improvement of education. The recipient also will receive a $5,000 stipend and will represent Mississippi in the National Teacher of the Year competition.<\/p>\n

The recipients will be announced during a program set for 11 a.m. April 26, 2024, at the Jackson Convention Complex in Jackson.<\/p>\n

2024 Mississippi Administrator of the Year Finalists<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n

Congressional District 1: Leigh Stanford, Principal
\nAmory High School, Amory School District<\/strong>
\nPersonal Philosophy Snapshot: Mrs. Stanford \u201cIs devoted to nurturing a positive, inclusive school culture that empowers both students and teachers to succeed emphasizing high expectations, collaboration, and meaningful relationships to create community at the school level and beyond.”<\/p>\n

Congressional District 2:\u00a0 Dr. Sara Harper, Principal
\nMcWillie Elementary School, Jackson Public School District<\/strong>
\nPersonal Philosophy Snapshot:\u00a0 Dr. Harper believes \u201cThe most important thing is to provide a safe, nurturing learning environment filled with meaningful opportunities for each student to meet their unique potential. We know that each child has talents and gifts, and it is our responsibility to find ways to make those gifts emerge. We want each child to understand their strengths and to be prepared to share their gifts with the world. We have seen the fruits of our work in the amazing progress of our students as they step into the next chapter of their lives as self-assured, successful students and problem-solvers.\u201d<\/p>\n

Congressional District 3: Anita Wansley, Principal
\nNortheast Elementary School, Lauderdale County School District<\/strong>
\nPersonal Philosophy Snapshot:\u00a0 Mrs. Wansley believes \u201cThat people are central to education and that we meet the challenges we face with creativity, collaboration, compassion, and a vision for the potential of all children to learn and grow.\u201d<\/p>\n

Congressional District 4: Annabeth Bates, Principal
\nOak Grove Elementary, Lamar County School District<\/strong>
\nPersonal Philosophy Snapshot: Mrs. Bates believes \u201cEducating students is not simply a transfer of information. Rather, it is a process that should be developed through a collection experiences.\u201d<\/p>\n

2024 Mississippi Teacher of the Year Finalists<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n

Congressional District 1: Melanie Counts, Teacher
\nCaledonia High School, Lowndes County School District
\n10th grade English Language Arts<\/strong>
\nPersonal Philosophy Snapshot: Mrs. Counts believes \u201cAll students can learn with the proper support. As teachers, it is our responsibility to build relationships, establish high expectations, and plan purposefully to engage and impact all students. Being willing to invest extra time into providing meaningful feedback for students is a crucial part of the learning process. Our commitment to our students tells future generations that they are too valuable to give up on.\u201d<\/p>\n

Congressional District 2: Tamla Hughes, Teacher
\nNatchez High School, Natchez-Adams School District
\n10th \u2013 12th grades English<\/strong>
\nPersonal Philosophy Snapshot: Mrs. Hughes believes \u201cAs a teacher, I may not be able to change the world; but if I can reach one child, perhaps that child can.\u201d<\/p>\n

Congressional District 3: Shauna Waters, Teacher
\nWest Lauderdale High School, Lauderdale County School District
\n10th and 12th grades English<\/strong>
\nPersonal Philosophy Snapshot: Ms. Waters believes \u201cStudents should practice communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking and reach boldly for opportunities, show compassion, and grow self-confidence. She believes developing these skills gives them many options to be active, contributing participants in their community during and after high school.\u201d<\/p>\n

Congressional District 4: Amelia Landers, Teacher
\nOak Grove Elementary School, Lamar County School District
\nKindergarten \u2013 All subjects<\/strong>
\nPersonal Philosophy Snapshot: Ms. Landers believes \u201cLearning is attainable for all students and is best achieved when educators provide opportunities for students to encounter the world around them. When students feel safe, loved, and represented in their learning environments, they find ownership of their learning, creating a positive classroom community among teachers, students, and families.\u201d<\/p>\n

Find all MDE news releases at mdek12.org\/news<\/u><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Media Contact:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jean Cook, APR
\nChief of Communication
\n601-359-3515
\njcook@mdek12.org<\/a><\/p>\n

Shanderia Minor
\nPublic Information Officer
\n601-359-3515
\nsminor@mdek12.org<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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