Spotlight

Crystal Long,  2nd grade teacher, WDES

"My greatest motivation as an educator is the success of my students. I strive to encourage, motivate, and challenge them to reach their greatest potential, hoping they leave my classroom empowered with confidence, determination, and knowledge."

- Crystal Long

Kennie Vickrey, Teacher, WDES

"Inspiring, motivating and making a difference in a child's life is what motivates me professionally. I enjoy seeing students' academic growth from the beginning of the school year to the end. "

- Kennie Vickrey

Assistant Principal Dr. Casey Lewis in front of the sign at West Decatur Elementary School

"My “Why” is promoting a positive climate where students can thrive. As a school administrator, I ask daily, “How can I make tomorrow better? How can I inspire future leaders?” I strive to ignite imagination, see no limits, and prepare them to be career ready."

- Dr. Casey Lewis

Meadow Sluder, WDES

"I chose to become an educator so that I can help students reach their full potential and teach them the skills they need to accomplish their goals."

- Meadow Sluder

Tiffany Jessop, WDES

"I want every student to show significant growth. Data will show me the needs."

- Tiffany Jessop

Mary Grace Camp, WDES

"I believe that music has the power to transform lives, especially in the elementary classroom."

- Mary Grace Camp

Kirsten Champion, 3rd grade teacher, West Decatur Elementary School

"I became a teacher to empower students to be better learners, people, leaders, and friends. Whenever I am having a bad day, the only place I want to be is around my students, their positivity and outlook on life is inspiring and it helps me to keep going."

- Kirsten Champion