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Extraordinary Educators: Class of 2027

Extraordinary Educators

Join us in celebrating these Extraordinary Educators! Check out the information below to learn about these amazing educators and what they're doing to impact student learning.

What makes an Extraordinary Educator?
Curriculum Associates Extraordinary Educators in the teacher program:

  • Have taught for at least two years
  • Have experience using i-Ready® and/or Ready® in their classrooms
  • Illustrate growth and achievement via formal assessment(s)
  • Demonstrate classroom innovation and engagement practices for students
  • Are evangelists for high standards and student achievement
  • Are champions of strong outcomes for all students

Curriculum Associates Extraordinary Educators in the Extraordinary Educators Leadership Collaborative:

  • Are principals or vice principals in their first through fifth years in the role
  • Have experience using i-Ready and/or Ready
  • Illustrate growth and achievement via formal assessment(s)
  • Demonstrate schoolwide innovation and engagement practices for students
  • Are evangelists for high standards and student achievement
  • Are champions of strong outcomes for all students

Leadership Collaborative Class of 2027

Dawn Batts, Principal, Chestnut Grove Elementary, AL

Describe your school culture in three words.
Student-Centered, Innovative, Supportive

 

Brooke Dunham, Principal, Inverness Elementary School, AL

Describe your school culture in three words.
For the Kids

 

Annie Diaz, Principal, Julian Harris Elementary, AL

Describe your school culture in three words.
Building Bridges Together

 

Julie Alderete, Principal, La Mesa, CA

Describe your school culture in three words.
Focused, Responsive, Consistent

 

Jamie Lockwood, Principal, Ponderosa Elementary, CO

Describe your school culture in three words.
Student Focused, Collaborative, Caring

 

Adam Kohn, Principal, Turner Middle School, CO

Describe your school culture in three words.
Belonging, Ownership, Perseverance

 

Jaimie Fisco, Principal, KT Murphy Elementary School, CT

Describe your school culture in three words.
Responsive, Inclusive, Collaborative

 

Lisa Newman, Principal, Lafayette Elementary School, FL

Describe your school culture in three words.
Supportive, Student Centered, Persevering

 

Crystal Beach, Principal, Towns County Elementary School, GA

Describe your school culture in three words.
Collaborative, Compassionate, Empowering

 

Thomas Houlihan, Principal, Queen of Angels School, IL

Describe your school culture in three words.
Mission Driven, Inclusive, High Achieving.

 

Taneka L. Lett, Principal, Hawkins Elementary School, MS

Describe your school culture in three words.
Dedicated, Collaborative, Student Centered

 

Lisa Wilson, Elementary Principal, Tombaugh Elementary, NM

Describe your school culture in three words.
Collaborative, Inclusive, Growth Focused

We believe strong relationships are the foundation for student and staff success. Our staff works together to support one another and continuously improve instructional practices. We celebrate diversity, foster belonging, and maintain high expectations for all learners. Every member of our school community is encouraged to grow and contribute.

 

Brittany Mairena, Principal of Curriculum and Instruction, Dayton City School, TN

Describe your school culture in three words.
Student Centered, Collaborative, Supportive

 

Heather Fitzgibbons, Principal, Orange Center School, VT

Describe your school culture in three words.
Curious, Growth Minded, Caring

 

Karrie Lowe, Principal, Ashford-Rumble Elementary School, WV

Describe your school culture in three words.
Nurturing, Family Oriented, High Achieving