Awards Day Celebrates Excellence at The W’s School of Education
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Columbus, Mississippi – The School of Education at The W (Mississippi University for Women) celebrated excellence and achievement at its Awards Day event.
“Awards Day is an opportunity to honor the exceptional accomplishments of our School of Education community, showcasing our commitment to fostering excellence, leadership, and lifelong learning in education,” said Dr. Marty Hatton, Dean of the School of Education.
The ceremony, held on April 17th, celebrated the outstanding contributions of students throughout their undergraduate education experiences. Significantly, The W’s education programs distinguish themselves through their Residency courses, providing students with unparalleled classroom experience compared to other programs in the state. These courses are integrated alongside academic classes, facilitating a cohesive block schedule that empowers students to apply newly acquired pedagogical skills in practical, hands-on learning environments in area classrooms.
“Congratulations to all of our students for their outstanding achievements. The W is known for turning out top-notch educators in our region who are ready to serve our communities. We are proud of each of you for your dedication to being the best teacher possible,” said Dr. Bob Fuller, Chair of the School of Education.
Awards were given to the most outstanding students in early childhood, the four elementary education blocks, and the elementary and secondary internships. Nominations are based on an exceptional all-around student model. Faculty members and residency mentor teachers submitted nominations and narratives for candidates within their respective semester academic blocks. Student nominations were based on: personal characteristics (energy level, enthusiasm, cooperation, scholarship, character, initiative, overall general attitude), professional characteristics (professional attitude & poise, enthusiasm for teaching, self-confidence, evidence of growth & improvement), skills in methodology (classroom management, methods & techniques, lesson planning, knowledge of subject matter, skills in student evaluation, discipline toward students). All currently teaching faculty voted for the overall outstanding students.
Immediately following the awards program, students could visit and interview with regional schools for career and job placements.
“The W consistently produces highly skilled teacher candidates who excel in their profession, setting a standard of excellence that surpasses other programs. We are thankful for our students, faculty, and staff who set the bar high to create leaders in the field of education,” said Hatton.
The exceptional students in their program for Spring 2024:
Early Childhood Education
Alesia Shambry – Outstanding Overall Student
Elizabeth Franks
Block 1
Clara Baggett – Outstanding Overall Student
Mallory Dabbs
Sierra Poire
Block 2
Kayla Branham
Audrey Foreman
Emily Goss – Outstanding Overall Student
Reagan Greenhaw
Madison Lee
Laila Luckett
Diamond Rayford
Allison Sprouse
Melanie Vice
Block 3
Haylie Crimm
Madison Evans
Macie Manasco
Harrison Powell – Outstanding Overall Student
Cally Thompson
Internship
Kaitlyn Bass
Carol Ferrell
Miranda Flippo – Outstanding Overall Student
Natalie Frazier
Harley Holsonback
Aliyah Howell
Laura McBrayer
Abigail O’Rand
Secondary Internship
Autumn Bigham – Outstanding Overall Student
Olivia Eubanks
The exceptional students in their program for Fall 2023:
Early Childhood
Jayde Richardson – Outstanding Overall Student
Block 1
Audrey Foreman
Emily Goss
Reagan Greenhaw
Sydney Linton
Laila Luckett
Chloe Minich
Diamond Rayford
Allison Sprouse – Outstanding Overall Student
Block 2
Morgan Aldridge
Haylie Crimm – Outstanding Overall Student
Madison Baucom
Madison Evans
Macie Manasco
Andrea Potterf
Harrison Powell
Block 3
Aliyah Howell
Macey Crawford – Outstanding Overall Student
Abbie Graves
Internship
Katlyn Bowles
Ka’Tanja Hall – Outstanding Overall Student
Sidney Linton
Meaghan Vines
Secondary
Shakia Butler – Outstanding Overall Student
For media inquiries, please contact:
Anna Wood or Penny Mansell
Center for Education Support Mississippi University for Women
662-241-6386
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