Greenville County Teacher of the Year 2018-2019

ON SALE NOW! First Runner-up

THURSDAY, AUGUST 30

Rick Schwartz

Introduction to Manufacturing Greer High School

Second Runner-up

W E D N E S D AY, SEPTEMBER 26

Matthew Boone

Seventh Grade English Language Arts Northwood Middle School

JUST ADDED!

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teacher of the Year

SHELLEY SMITH

JUST ADDED!

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16

Third Runner-up

Reem Alnatour

Contains mature language and content.

Social Studies, Travelers Rest High School

Third Grade Fork Shoals School

GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

GROUPS

TICKETS ARE

10!

$

PEACE PASSPORT 2018 -2019 FIELD TRIP SERIES Introduce your students to the Peace Center through our Passport Series.

Curated for students grades 3-12, our arts programs invite young learners to become global citizens in an active exploration of world music, dance,

MUSIC RANKY TANKY Oct. 8-10, 2018 WOMEN OF THE WORLD Oct. 31-Nov. 2, 2018

and theater.

SOUTHERN VOICES Jan. 9-10, 2019

Bring the Peace Center into the classroom with FREE teacher resource guides and student

SYBARITE5 Feb. 25, 2019

worksheets!

AVITAL MEETS AVITAL Apr. 12, 2019 VILLALOBOS BROTHERS Apr. 23-25, 2019

DANCE/ THEATER THE TEMPEST Oct. 16-17, 2018 BALLET FOLKLÓRICO DE MÉXICO Nov. 16, 2018 THE THREE HARRIETS Feb. 4-5, 2019 DAVID DRAKE Feb. 6-7, 2019

SCIENCE NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE TERRY VIRTS – VIEW FROM ABOVE Sept. 24, 2018 ERTH’S PREHISTORIC AQUARIUM Jan. 28, 2019 CURRENTS BY MAYUMANA Feb. 26, 2019

CALL OF THE WILD: ILLUSTRATED EDITION Feb. 11-12, 2019

BOOK YOUR SEATS NOW!

Greenville County Schools

Teacher of the Year 2018-2019

Shelley Smith

Social Studies • Travelers Rest High Travelers Rest High social studies teacher Shelley Smith carries a quote by John Quincy Adams with her everywhere she goes. It reads, “To furnish the means of acquiring knowledge is…the greatest benefit that can be conferred upon mankind.”

Although she has only served the teaching profession for six years, Smith has made sharing knowledge a priority.

“As a lifelong learner, I have worked hard to improve my craft by staying abreast of best-practice strategies. I believe educators have the responsibility to better ourselves and to share our knowledge with students, as they are the ones who benefit from our collaboration,” she explained.

“My teaching style is group-oriented with

Shelley Smith earned a degree in Secondary Social Studies from Clemson University.

the goal of not only teaching my students about social studies, but ultimately helping them in furnishing knowledge of their own,” she said.

Smith sees her students on the last leg of what she refers to as their ‘marathon.’

“They have trained all these years and are in front of their last obstacle,” she said. “The opportunities provided to them through Graduation Plus have paved the way to the finish line.”

With Graduation Plus, says Smith, students can consider a multitude of career fields before graduation. “By changing our approach to student success, more students look at education through a positive lens, making their way past graduation and ultimately to leading fulfilling lives,” she said.

Not only does Smith

build community in the classroom, she shares her love of teaching beyond the classroom walls as a United States All Star Federation legality official and a former assistant varsity girls’ basketball coach. “One of the greatest rewards of volunteerism is knowing that just a few hours of your time will have a lasting impact on someone’s life.

I am not just teaching them the skills of the sport, but the importance of teamwork, leadership, discipline, and perseverance that will be instilled in them for the rest of their lives.”

One of Smith’s greatest contributions to teaching is her commitment to mentor future and first year teachers. “I am currently working as a Master Teacher with Clemson University’s inaugural teacher residency program. I am actively working to revolutionize the student teaching experience with the hope of producing more qualified teachers, promoting higher teacher retention rates, and producing more confident, successful, and innovative teachers.”

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teachers of the Year

3

Congratulations to Greenville County’s Teachers of the Year!

Children are our most important resource, and your local Papa Johns appreciates the institutions that are focused on raising healthy, well rounded children. From partnering with LiveWell Greenville to offering children a healthy and delicious pizza to our numerous and successful fundraising opportunities, your local Papa Johns is here to support our schools and educators.

4

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teachers of the Year

Greenville County Schools 2018-19 Teachers of the Year

RUNNERS-UP

FIRST RUNNER-UP

SECOND RUNNER-UP

THIRD RUNNER-UP

Introduction to Manufacturing Greer High School

Seventh Grade English Language Arts Northwood Middle School

Third Grade Fork Shoals School

Rick Schwartz

“As a career education teacher, I incorporate the characteristics of a work environment into my classroom. I establish high expectations which emphasize and develop my students’ soft skills. If I am ever in doubt about my teaching style, I simply emulate the qualities of the best teachers I was fortunate enough to have – compassion, warmth, respect, and high expectations.”

Matthew Boone

“Every May, I purchase a yearbook and have my students sign it. Reading the comments always touches my heart and proves the power of impact. ‘Thank you for being a big reason I loved seventh grade,’ one wrote. Recently, a high school senior contacted me and said, ‘I still talk about you to my English teachers, about how you taught me to look at life through a glass half full and not half empty.’ Impact is success.”

Reem Alnatour

“My commitment to foster a sense of family within the classroom is demonstrated by the way students collaborate and help each other.

We have pen pals with a classroom in Alaska, perform poetry slams, and enjoy books read aloud by various guests through our Mystery Reader program. Meeting each student’s needs has been accomplished by offering flexible seating, incorporating differentiation through technology, and having lunch with individual students to set personal and academic goals.”

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teachers of the Year

5

Greenville County Schools

Teachers of the Year FINALISTS 2018-19

Kristen Chambers

Steffanie Martin

Second Grade Plain Elementary School

Seventh Grade Social Studies Lakeview Middle School

Second Grade Taylors Elementary School

Molly Mosley

Corey Ramey

Sarah Smoke

Third Grade Brushy Creek Elementary School 6

Katherine King

French Wade Hampton High School

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teachers of the Year

English as a Second Language Mitchell Road Elementary School

Greenville County Schools

EMERGING Teachers of the Year 2018-19

Greenville Federal Credit Union Honors Two Emerging Teachers of the Year The Emerging Teachers of the Year Program, sponsored by Greenville Federal Credit Union, recognizes a second or third year teacher at the elementary and secondary levels for outstanding performance. Each winner receives $500, a crystal award, and $500 for his/her school.

ELEMENTARY LEVEL

SECONDARY LEVEL

Third Grade Bryson Elementary

Culinary Arts Golden Strip Career Center

Jordyn Lyles

Elijah Edwards

Bryson Elementary teacher Jordyn Lyles is constantly seeking ways to improve her already outstanding instruction. As a second year teacher, she worked closely with the instructional coach to analyze her student work and implement strategies to improve instruction. Lyles instills a sense of joy and engagement in her students through the reading and writing process. Her students leave the classroom understanding writing is meaningful. She volunteers to lead professional development sessions, serves on the technology vertical team, and coaches Varsity Cheerleading at her alma mater, Mauldin High School.

Chef Edwards, who just completed his second year of teaching at Golden Strip Career Center, has a work ethic that is unstoppable. He prepares lessons and culinary labs while collaborating with his colleagues in the building, the district, and throughout the nation. Last year, his students placed fifth in the state culinary competition, resulting in over $8,600 in scholarships for his students. He gives students the opportunity to showcase their culinary skills at events such as Artisphere and SkillsUSA. Chef Edwards is dedicated to the success of his students, which is driven by his passion for teaching and the culinary industry.

School Teachers of the Year

How Are the Finalists Chosen?

The process of selecting the ten finalists began last fall when schools and centers selected their individual Teachers of the Year.

Applications were reviewed by a Screening Committee. Five judges then selected the Top Ten finalists and the District Teacher of the Year.

Each Top Ten candidate for Greenville County Teacher of the Year is judged on the nine areas included on the application form, a classroom visit, and an interview.

Teachers of the Year Recognized by Local Businesses The announcement naming Shelley Smith the 2018-19 Greenville County Teacher of the Year was made August 15 during a Teacher of the Year breakfast. Special awards and prizes were provided for the top Greenville County teacher and other honorees.

In the classroom, judges observe the teacher’s command of subject matter, classroom environment, communication skills, enthusiasm, creativity, and classroom management skills. During the interview, candidates are judged on his or her use of effective communication skills, organization of response, knowledge and command of subject matter, and substance and relevance of response.

The members of the Selection Committee were Wade Kolb, Wyche Law Firm and Rotary Club of Greenville; Dr. Betty McConaghy, retired school administrator;

Shiree Turner Fowler, former Greenville County Schools Teacher of the Year; Bill Tyler, Chick-fil-A; and Dr. Phillip Wilder, Clemson University, higher education.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors Bank of Travelers Rest, BMW, Chickfil-A, Cowart Awards, Expressions Unlimited, Greenville Federal Credit Union, Great Clips, Greenville Journal, Herff Jones Harold Waters & Associates, Joseph Carlton, LLC, Josten’s, Michelin North America Inc., Papa John’s Pizza, Peace Center, Rotary Club of Greenville, Sam’s Club, Sprint.

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teachers of the Year

7

GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOLS

2018-19 Teachers of the Year

8

Ann Rowland A.J. Whittenberg Elementary

Rick Hearner Alexander Elementary

Erin Smith Armstrong Elementary

Marilyn Gower Augusta Circle Elementary

Ashleigh Skelton Beck Middle Academy

Melissa Campbell Bell’s Crossing Elementary

Amber Ah Ching Berea Elementary

Gabriel Chen Rodriguez Berea High

Beverly Byrd Berea Middle

Linda Manley Bethel Elementary

Tracy Jackson Blue Ridge High

James Adkins Blue Ridge Middle

Mayiber Quintana Blythe Elementary Academy

Amy Garcia Brook Glenn Elementary

Kristina Mitros Bryson Elementary

Amber Behymer Bryson Middle

Hayley Flanagan Buena Vista Elementary

Lauren Whitaker Carolina High & Academy

Anne Frichtl Chandler Creek Elementary

Richard Jones Cherrydale Elementary

Baylee Robla Child Development Centers

Aliza Hunter Crestview Elementary

Tamara Walker Donaldson Career Center

Lauren Ornelas Dr. Phinnize J. Fisher Middle

Kara Garrison E. North St. Elementary Academy

Rebecca Mathis Eastside High

Colleen Varda Ellen Woodside Elementary

Holly Bell Enoree Career Center

Gloria Collins Fine Arts Center

Jennifer Bishop Fountain Inn Elementary

Amanda Jackson Gateway Elementary

Barbie Beadles Golden Strip Career Center

Kelly Wright Greenbrier Elementary

Virginia Wolfe Greenville Early College

Kathryn Godwin Greenville Sr. High Academy

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teachers of the Year

GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOLS

2018-19 Teachers of the Year

Caitlin McCaustland Greenville Middle Academy

Michelle Higdon Greer Middle

Lexi Lambert Grove Elementary

Shelly Kozic Heritage Elementary

Erica Acker Hillcrest High

Janine Hadley Hillcrest Middle

Ali Laird Hollis Elementary Academy

Michelle Philipp Hughes Middle Academy

Steve Musco J. Harley Bonds Career Center

Bethany Cummings JL Mann High Academy

Sara Glenn Lake Forest Elementary

Dana Swartzel League Middle Academy

Stacey Long Mauldin Elementary

Jonathan Sierputowski Mauldin High

Amy Pearson Mauldin Middle

Allison Bryan Monarch Elementary

Anna Henson Monaview Elementary

Jennifer Barnes Mountain View Elementary

Catherine Agnew Oakview Elementary

Deanna Padilla Paris Elementary

Lauren Brooker Pelham Road Elementary

Sara Ritchie Ralph Chandler Middle

David Hickman Riverside High

Gretchen Moore Riverside Middle

Lindsay Elsenheimer Robert E. Cashion Elementary

Kirby Frair Rudolph Gordon Elementary

Rebekah Reimers Sara Collins Elementary

Dara Greeley Sevier Middle

Zoe Hudson Simpsonville Elementary

Erin Painter Skyland Elementary

Julie Harris Slater-Marietta Elementary

Kenneth Gause Southside High

Kara Tallman Sterling School

Cherie Vaughn-Duncan Stone Elementary Academy

Amber Risell Sue Cleveland Elementary

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teachers of the Year

9

GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOLS

2018-19 Teachers of the Year Angelica Herrera Summit Drive Elementary

Katie Kerechanin Westcliffe Elementary

Jacqueline Martin Tanglewood Middle

Nichole Ross Thomas E. Kerns Elementary

Amanda Van Patton Tigerville Elementary

Chelsey Semrau Woodmont High

Anna Candler Woodmont Middle

Teri Wallace Cason Woodland Elementary

Jennifer Tillman Washington Center

Anna Keith Welcome Elementary

Brian Davis West Greenville School

The 2018-19 Teachers of the Year insert was written by the Communications Department of Greenville County Schools.

2018-19 Teachers of the Year was designed by Community Journals and is a supplement to the Greenville Journal.

2018 Board of Trustees Seated, left to right: Joy Grayson, Lisa H. Wells, Lynda Leventis-Wells, Glenda Morrison-Fair.

Standing, left to right: Roger D. Meek, Debi C. Bush, Dr. Crystal Ball O’Connor, Danna Rohleder, Derek Lewis, Michelle Goodwin-Calwile, Patrick L. Sudduth, Charles J. (Chuck) Saylors.

Chuck Saylors 2018 Board Chairman W. Burke Royster, Ph.D. Superintendent Greenville County Schools P. O. Box 2848 Greenville, SC 29602 864-355-3100 www. greenville.k12.sc.us 10

2018-19 Greenville County Schools Teachers of the Year

Send ‘em back-to-school Send ‘em in (hair)style.

Send ‘em back-to-school back-to-school in (hair)style.

With a great haircut.

Send ‘em ‘em inSend (hair)style.

With a great haircut. back-to-school back-to-school With a great haircut. (hair)style. inin (hair)style.

With a great haircut.

With a great haircut.

Over 4,300 Salons in the US/Canada, including 36 great Upstate area locations.

CONGRATULATIONS

BACK TO SCHOOL Any Haircut HAIRCUT

08 0 0

$

99

Not valid with any other offers. Limit one coupon per customer. Valid at Offer *Not valid with Expires: any other offers. Limit one per customer. At participating area locations.

$ Any 99Haircut Teachers the Year!

Any Haircut Any of Haircut Any Haircut $$ $ $ 99 99 Any Haircut $ 99 Any Haircut 99 99 2018-2019

Any Haircut

Barcode: F2222GC8

00 0 Not valid with any other offers. Limit one coupon per at Notcustomer. valid with Valid any other Offer offers.Expires: Limit one coupon per customer. Valid at Offer Expires:

Not valid with any other offers. Limit one coupon

Offer Expires 9/20/18.

Not valid with any other offers. Limit one coupon per customer. at Not valid with any otherValid Not valid with any other Offerone Expires: offers.Limit Limit coupon of fers. one coupon per customer. Valid at Valid at per customer.

Offer Expires: Of fer Expires:

greatclips.com | greatclipscareers.com | greatclipsfranchise.com

Not valid w offers. Lim

Save money on your next mortgage.

Ask us how you can avoid PMI with less money down.

Greenville

3375 Pelham Road Greenville, SC 29615

Greenville

1501 Wade Hampton Blvd.

Greenville, SC 29609

Greer

Many mortgage lenders require a large down payment to avoid Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI). We don’t.

Our adjustable rate mortgages do not require PMI unless you borrow more than 90% loan to value. That means you keep more of your money for moving, furnishing–whatever you need to make that house yours.

Talk to us about how you can save money with a competitive mortgage rate and lower down payment– whether you need an ARM or fixed rate, standard or jumbo.

107 W. Church St. Greer, SC 29650

Mauldin

142 Tanner Rd. Greenville, SC 29607

800.336.6309 greenvillefcu.com

Visit www.greenvillefcu.com to get started.

Our community-based charter allows anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in Greenville County to join.

Your savings federally insured to at least $250,000 and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government

NCUA

National Credit Union Administration, a U.S. Government Agency

Mortgage loans are subject to credit approval. Member NCUA. © 2018 Greenville Federal Credit Union. All rights reserved.