Floyd County Schools Announces 2026 Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year

Floyd County Schools (FCS) is proud to announce its 2026 district-level honorees, recognizing two outstanding individuals who exemplify dedication, service, and excellence in education.

Anna Boydston, Healthcare Science teacher at the Floyd County College and Career Academy (CCA), has been named the Floyd County Schools Teacher of the Year. Boydston will go on to represent Floyd County Schools in the Georgia Teacher of the Year state competition.

In just four years at the CCA, Boydston has made an extraordinary impact on her students and colleagues. As Healthcare Department Chair and a member of the school’s leadership team, she has helped guide 120 students to earn their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant licenses, launching them into healthcare careers and transforming lives through career-focused education.

“In her time at the Floyd County College and Career Academy, Anna Boydston has proven that she isn’t just teaching a curriculum—she’s building a legacy,” said Dr. John Rhodarmer, CCA principal. “Her dedication to her students’ professional success is nothing short of elite.”

Beyond the classroom, Boydston is known for fostering a positive culture among staff and students. She created the popular “Woot Woot Wagon,” which brings encouragement and energy to the halls of the CCA and supports staff morale. Colleagues describe her as a leader, an advocate for career and technical education, and a champion for student success.

Floyd County Schools also proudly recognizes Kristie Lewis, bookkeeper at Alto Park Elementary School (Alto), as the Second District Support Staff of the Year.

Lewis plays a critical role in the daily operations of Alto Park, ensuring that countless behind-the-scenes details are handled with precision and care. Her work ranges from scheduling buses and organizing school logistics to managing fundraisers and helping coordinate school-wide events.

“Mrs. Lewis is dedicated to serving Floyd County and the students, families, and staff of Alto Park,” said Patrick Hopper, Alto’s principal. “She works tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that our school runs smoothly each and every day.”

Lewis is also often the welcoming face of the school office, greeting families, students, and visitors with warmth and professionalism. Her willingness to step in wherever needed and her ability to support staff, parents, and students alike make her an invaluable member of the Alto Park community.

“I can honestly say that our school would not function without Mrs. Lewis,” Mr. Hopper added. “Her hard work and dedication quietly but powerfully support the most important work happening inside the classrooms every single day.”

Floyd County Schools congratulates both Boydston and Lewis for their exceptional commitment to students, staff, and the community. Their leadership and dedication represent the very best of Floyd County Schools.

Each school named its individual Teacher (TOTY) and Support Staff of the Year (SSOTY) at the end of the last school year. For the TOTY process, each teacher was then interviewed by a panel of retired educators who then voted anonymously to select three finalists. The finalists were observed and evaluated in their classrooms by another set of judges to finalize the winner. For the SSOTY process, the staff members submitted a letter of recommendation and participated in a round of interviews.

Three finalists were named, then the overall winner. All FCS teachers and staff members of the year were announced and celebrated during the FCS Teacher of the Year last night.

Anna Boydston, Hannah Nabors, and Heather Boaz were named the three finalists for the Teacher of the Year process, while Kristie Lewis, Abby Cummings, and Amy Boyd were named the finalists for the Support Staff.

Primary and Elementary School Teachers and Support Staff of the Year were Emily Rich and Lisa Cox (Armuchee Primary), Hannah Nabors and Robin Wright (Armuchee Elementary), Hope Cowan and Kristie Lewis (Alto Park), Laura Cowart and Abby Cummings (Garden Lakes), Tabitha Angle and Stephanie Hart (Johnson Elementary), Erin Moore and Kathy McBurnett (Model Elementary), Sissy Nance and Christy Chandler (Pepperell Primary), and Sean Burnette and Blanca Morrugares  (Pepperell Elementary).

Middle School Teachers and Support Staff of the Year were Heather Boaz and Terence Broxterman (Armuchee Middle), Laura Wolfe and Lisa Lance (Coosa Middle), Rebecca Henderson, Amy Boyd, and Lindsey Fox (Model Middle), and Michael Legg and Quincee Maples (Pepperell Middle).

High School Teachers and Support Staff of the Year were Melanie Floyd and Shannon Coonley (Armuchee High), Joey Mathis and Dondra Kelley (Coosa High), Ellen Dunn (Model High), Sydney Fuller and Elaine Treglown (Pepperell High), and Anna Boydston (CCA).

Teachers and Support Staff of the Year in Floyd County Schools exemplify the characteristics of teaching excellence. Their dedication, knowledge and passion for teaching enable our students to succeed! FCS commends the positive impact teachers have on students, staff, and Floyd County families each and every day!