Monday evening, the Rapides Parish School Board recognized its “Of the Year” winners:

Early Head Start Teacher of the Year: Helena Metoyer, The Pines

Head Start Teacher of the Year: Courtney Brinkman, W.O. Hall

Elementary New Teacher of the Year: Kristina Mack, Lessie Moore

Elementary Teacher of the Year: David Miller, Peabody Montessori

Middle/Junior New Teacher of the Year: Kimiko Wittkopp, Tioga Junior

Middle/Junior Teacher of the Year: Robbie Rollins, Plainview

High School New Teacher of the Year: Gracelyn Jones, Tioga High

High School Teacher of the Year: Brittany Lopez, ASH

Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year: Stacey Gaskins, J.I. Barron

Junior High School Assistant Principal of the Year: Janet Transou, PJH

High School Assistant Principal of the Year: Lanie Jackson, ASH

Elementary Principal of the Year: Pam Walker, Lessie Moore

Junior High Principal of the Year: Dr. Amber Eskew, FHJH

High School Principal of the Year: Alex Goodling, Northwood

Their dedication, passion, and hard work make a lasting difference in the schools and in the lives of their students.