Teacher of the Year
Madison, Madison County Record, News
MADISON – Alicia Waddail loves to celebrate small victories. “Seeing former students graduate and move on their preferred job or college always brings...
Madison, Madison County Record, News
by Gregg Parker 
July 28, 2025
MADISON – Since working at Columbia Elementary School, Alisha Mayfield committed to learning and growth – not just for herself but also for coworkers....
Madison, Madison County Record, News
by Gregg Parker 
July 2, 2025
MADISON – When Heidi Clemons hears a student say, “That was so fun, Senora Clemons!,” she knows all her planning for that lesson paid off. She is “Tea...
Madison County Record, News, Schools
by Gregg Parker 
July 2, 2025
MADISON – When Beth Massey started working for Madison City Schools in 2019, she immediately felt at home. Massey is “Teacher of the Year” at Madison ...
Madison, Madison County Record, News
by Gregg Parker 
June 25, 2025
MADISON – When Chelsea Young moved to Madison in 2016, Madison City Schools held “a reputation for academic excellence and for one of the best distric...
Madison, Madison County Record, News
by Gregg Parker 
June 11, 2025
MADISON - As an educator, Karen Price constantly strives ‘to do the right thing’ for students with honesty, kindness and sincerity. Liberty Middle Sch...
Madison, Madison County Record, News
by Gregg Parker 
June 4, 2025
MADISON – At Heritage Elementary School, Rob Carter can reflect on his day and feel, ‘I did the right thing,’ when he sees clear evidence that his stu...
Madison County Record, News, Schools
by Gregg Parker 
May 28, 2025
MADISON – After receiving her honor as “Teacher of the Year,” Alicia Smith was motivated to continue advocating for emotional and academic well-being ...
Bob Jones High School, Discovery Middle School, Liberty Middle School
by GreggParker 
August 14, 2024
MADISON – Liberty Middle School recognized Edwin Watson’s exemplary work and selected him as “Teacher of the Year.”
James Clemens High School, Madison, Madison County Record
by GreggParker 
June 26, 2024
MADISON – Michelle Hyams, Career Coach at James Clemens High School, believes in setting high expectations . . . but helping students reach that full ...
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