Christy Todd, the 2024 Georgia Teacher of the Year, has been announced as one of four finalists for the 2024 National Teacher of the Year. Todd, a music technology teacher at Rising Starr Middle School in Fayette County Public Schools, expressed her gratitude and humility upon receiving this prestigious recognition.
“I am honored and humbled by this opportunity to represent Georgia as a 2024 National Teacher of the Year finalist, and want to thank my family, colleagues, students, mentors and community who have been by my side every step of the way”, Todd said. “This work is not mine alone, and I’m overjoyed to shine a light on the dedicated educators who are shaping students’ futures every day here in Georgia.”
State School Superintendent Richard Woods lauded Todd’s achievements and contribution to education. “I could not be prouder of our Georgia Teacher of the Year, Christy Todd, and I can’t think of anyone more deserving of this phenomenal honor,” Woods stated. “Christy expands students’ horizons and prepares them for potential careers in Georgia’s growing creative industries by combining technology with the fine arts. Her creativity, commitment, and skill are gifts to her students in Fayette County, and her outstanding advocacy for students and teachers have been gifts to the state of Georgia this year.”
Woods emphasized Todd’s unique approach to education, which fosters creativity and connection across all subject areas. “She is the ideal candidate to represent the profession as the 2024 National Teacher of the Year, and I have no doubt she will represent our state with distinction.”
Todd reiterated her belief in the creative potential of every child and her commitment to nurturing it. “I believe every child has a creative superpower and as teachers, we can build connections to unlock their creativity, deepening learning across all subject areas”, Todd affirmed. “That’s the message I’ll continue to share as a national finalist.”
As Christy Todd continues her journey as a finalist for the National Teacher of the Year award, her dedication to her students, her innovative teaching methods and her advocacy for education will undoubtedly leave a lasting impact on both her local community and the broader educational landscape.
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