Cumberland County Schools Unveils 2027 Beginning Teacher of the Year Finalists

Cumberland County Schools (CCS) is pleased to announce its 2027 Beginning Teacher of the Year (BTOY) Finalists, recognizing exceptional early-career educators whose dedication and excellence are making a meaningful difference in the lives of students. The finalists are as follows:

Elementary School Level

Katelyn Griffin at E.E. Miller Elementary
Alexis Kirkland at Walker-Spivey Elementary
Patricia Wallace at Warrenwood Elementary

Secondary School Level

Bailey Fields at Spring Lake Middle
Charles Houston at New Century International Middle
Leena Adams at Reid Ross Classical High
Krystle Miller at Ramsey Street High

The excitement will continue this fall when CCS announces its 2027 Beginning Teacher of the Year.

CCS' 2027 Beginning Teacher of the Year Finalists

Katelyn Griffin E.E. Miller Elementary