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DPS announces 26-27 Teachers of the Year

DPS announces 26-27 Teachers of the Year

Each year, Danville Public Schools (DPS) teachers at each school select a colleague to recognize for outstanding work in the classroom and in the school community. This year’s Teachers of the Year have been selected and will be honored at a ceremony in November.

The division’s Teachers of the Year for 2026-2027 are as follows:

  • Kristle Jackson, Grove Park Preschool
  • Jasmine Bratton, Northside Preschool
  • Brenda Hairston, Arnett Hills Elementary
  • Wanda Austin, E.A. Gibson Elementary
  • Mary Green, Forest Hills Elementary
  • Judith McDonald, Park Avenue Elementary
  • Robin Jackson, Schoolfield Elementary
  • Robyn Brandon, Woodberry Hills Elementary
  • Carrie Agnor, Activ8 STEM Academy
  • Bruce Waller, O.T. Bonner Middle
  • Yolanda Hicks, Westwood Middle
  • Ashley Murphy, Galileo Magnet High
  • Jennifer Penn, George Washington High
  • Karen Grayton, R.I.S.E. Academy
  • Lucas Tressler, W.W. Moore Education Program

From these candidates, DPS will also submit a nomination for the 2027 Mary V. Bicouvaris Virginia Teacher of the Year award.

Danville Public Schools congratulates our teachers on this well-deserved honor. Their passion, creativity, and dedication make a lasting difference in the lives of students every day, and we are proud to celebrate their outstanding contributions to our schools and community.