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Students from each of the Top Five Finalists share heartfelt congratulations and inspiring stories about the teachers who’ve made a lasting impact on their lives. Their words of appreciation shine a light on the powerful connections built in the classroom. Read more about each finalist and see all of the outstanding 2025-2026 Teachers of the Year here: https://www.ccboe.net/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=4451061&type=d&pREC_ID=2703384

Hear from each of the top five finalists in the running for the 2026 Columbia County School District Teacher of the Year award, as they dive into their passion for educating students and how it inspires them each day.

Hear from each of the top five finalists in the running for the 2026 Columbia County School District Teacher of the Year award, as they dive into their passion for educating students and how it inspires them each day.

Hear from each of the top five finalists in the running for the 2026 Columbia County School District Teacher of the Year award, as they dive into their passion for educating students and how it inspires them each day.

Hear from each of the top five finalists in the running for the 2026 Columbia County School District Teacher of the Year award, as they dive into their passion for educating students and how it inspires them each day.

Hear from each of the top five finalists in the running for the 2026 Columbia County School District Teacher of the Year award, talk about their passion for educating students and how it inspires them each day.

🎉 Congratulations to the Top Five Finalists for Columbia County School District Teacher of the Year! 🎉

These outstanding educators exemplify what it means to inspire, lead, and uplift our students and school communities.

Top Five Finalists - Columbia County School District Teacher of the Year
Ms. Jona Gaskin - Westmont Elementary School
Ms. Tiffany Tanner - Parkway Elementary School
Ms. Kirsten Matthis - Evans High School
Ms. Nancy Morris - Columbia Middle School
Ms. Lauren O'Neil - Cedar Ridge Elementary School

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