The Newton County School District Teacher of the Month sponsored by State Farm Insurance is Kathy Peoples. She is a seventh grade teacher at Newton County Middle and High School. Above: She is pictured with her class after receiving the award.
On why Peoples was selected for the award, NCMHS principall Cody Killen said, “She’s always teaching, she never wastes a moment. She’s a big part of our team-teaching and communications and has really taken a lead there. She really is a difference maker and we truly appreciate all that she does.”
Peoples receives her plaque recognizing her achievement. Pictured are, from left, Assistant Principal Dawn Hollingsworth, State Farm Agent Josh Sanders, Peoples, NCMHS Principal Cody Killen, Assistant Principal Tabitha Chaney and Newton County School Superintendent J.O. Amis.