On April 11th, 2024, the American Pillars Education Foundation and the Boy Scouts of America Chickasaw Council hosted "An Evening of Excellence." This special event was dedicated to honoring the outstanding teachers from the six municipal school districts in our area: Arlington Community Schools, Bartlett City Schools, Collierville Schools, Germantown Municipal School District, Lakeland School System, and Millington Municipal Schools.
The celebration was not just about recognizing these incredible educators for their dedication and hard work; it was also a gathering that highlighted the unity and support within our educational community. Each district presented its own unique stories of teacher achievement and innovation in education, which not only inspired those present but also reinforced the critical role teachers play in shaping our future generations.
We extend a heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors who made this evening possible: Bank of Bartlett, A2H, Higginbotham, Renaissance Group, 4F Design, Knowledge Tree, First Horizon, and Amro Music. Their support underscores the strong community commitment to education and acknowledges the lasting impact of teachers on all of us.
Honored Educators
We proudly recognize the following teachers for their exceptional dedication and contributions to education:
Arlington Community Schools
Laurin Willoughby - Arlington Elementary School
Jennifer Harvey - Arlington Middle School
Cameron White - Arlington High School
Bartlett City Schools
Deidra Harrell - Oak Elementary School
Alana Smith - Appling Middle School
Kinsey Vigus - Bartlett 9th Grade Academy
Collierville Schools
Susanna Bortz - Crosswind Elementary School
Sarah Hammett - West Collierville Middle School
Michelle Martin - Collierville High School
Germantown Municipal School District
Anna Brignole - Farmington Elementary School
Elizabeth Hume - Houston Middle School
Jerica Ross - Houston High School
Lakeland School System
Jill Lee - Lakeland Elementary School
Brent Hopper - Lakeland Preparatory School
Jenny Kiesel - Lakeland Preparatory School
Millington Municipal Schools
Rachel Crown - Millington Primary
Meron Ticer - Millington Intermediate
Cherie Timberlake - Millington Central Middle High (7-8)
Amy Ingram - Millington Central Middle High (9-12)
Each of these educators have shown a profound commitment to excellence, significantly impacting their students and the broader community. Their achievements and dedication remind us of the crucial role teachers play in our lives and the lives of our children. They are truly our local heroes, and this evening was a fitting acknowledgment of their hard work and passion.
