Congratulations to English Teacher Jenny Hay who was recognized as the FCPS 2021 Outstanding Secondary Teacher at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at Jiffy Lube Live on June 9th.

Her famous cookie dough cupcakes aren’t the only thing legendary about Jenny Hay, a devoted teacher and Navy veteran. Whether welcoming students into her cozy classroom with flexible seating, collaborating on a PBL or cross-curricular lesson, or delivering a professional development session, Jenny is a leader who is passionate about teamwork and building authentic relationships in the community. Connection, with some southern sweetness, is her signature strength. “It is these personal connections,” shared a colleague, “that inspire students to learn and achieve in Ms. Hay’s class.” What’s most remarkable is her ability to think beyond the four walls of the classroom. She empowers her students to believe in themselves as impactful game changers who can make a difference in this world.

• Visit Ms. Hay's page on the FCPS website

Congratulations to our following staff members who were also recognized at this year's FCPS Honors Ceremony!

Outstanding Secondary New Teacher School-Level Recipient

• Carrie Wilkie, Learning Disabilities Teacher

Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee School-Level Recipient

• Karen Byer-Storch, Instructional Assistant

Outstanding School-Based Professional Employee School-Level Recipient

• Emily Geary, After School Specialist

Outstanding School-Based Leader School and Pyramid-Level Recipient

• Shawn Spear, Assistant Principal

Outstanding Principal Nominee

• Cindy Conley

Thank you to Mary Ann Monk for all of her hard work with the nomination process by serving as this year's awards liaison.