GCTE Teacher of the Year
The GCTE Teacher of the Year award recognizes an ELA teacher for their contributions to literacy and learning. All teachers at the elementary, middle, secondary, and college levels are eligible for this honor, with winners announced at the annual conference in February. Awardees receive a $250 honorarium.
Applicants are encouraged to share their exceptional teaching practices in Scribbles 'N Bits. The application deadline is November 7, 2025.
Past Teachers of the Year
- 2025 – Dr. Heather Barton, Etowah HS
- 2024 – Melane West, Hubert Middle School
- 2021 – Amber Dumbuya, Kendrick HS
- 2020 – Dr. Joseph R. Jones, Gordon State College
- 2019 – Gena Brown, Pike County HS
- 2018 – Terri Mylander, Baggett ES & Dr. Kyle Jones, Lanier HS
- 2017 – Dr. Amber M. Simmons, Brookwood HS
- 2016 – Dr. Erinn Bentley, Columbus State University
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