Momentum is building in Kanawha County Schools as secondary teachers are recognized for their role in student growth and confidence. The district recently highlighted the efforts of educators whose strategies and lessons have contributed to positive results on mid-year benchmarks.
A list of teachers from middle and high schools across the county was released, acknowledging those who have made a significant impact. Among those named are Andrew Jackson, Joshua Lovejoy, Robyn Hagerman, Bryce Foster, Danielle Farrar, Douglas Prather, Emily Greene, Julia Wilkinson, Rebecca Simpson, Andy Anderson, Dwight Rice, Rachel Hall, Vicky Hess, Amie Moss, Jeff Jordan, Michelle Cottrill, Ashley Oldaker, Michael Brohard, Walt Hillenbrand, Missy Chapman, Meredith Byrd and Angela Trusler Searls. High school teachers recognized include Johnee Greathouse and Kathy Ihnat at Capital; Brigette Madden and Caitlin Kelly at George Washington; Kelly Plutro and Katie Null at Herbert Hoover; Michael Hughes and Kirby Asbury at Nitro; Christy Blankenship and Andrew Schwartz at Riverside; Jackie Klingshirn and Christina Knight at St. Albans; Ashli Davis and Tony Bailey at Sissonville; Mellissa Mosley and Daniel Meyer at South Charleston High School.
Kanawha County Schools promotes student achievement in various areas such as art, music and forensic investigations while encouraging connections with the community. More information can be found on the official website.
The district provides public education from preschool through grade 12 across Kanawha County in West Virginia. It focuses on innovative learning experiences that include career training programs and honors courses to support diverse educational needs (source). Leadership development is encouraged through programs like JROTC as well as creative arts initiatives (source).
Kanawha County Schools also features systems such as house point programs to promote pride and leadership among students (source). The district works with community partners on projects including nature trail maintenance and collaborations with professional educators (source).
According to its official website, Kanawha County Schools maintains a supportive environment aimed at skill-building for lifelong learning while fostering student involvement in extracurricular activities.
