Microsoft Education has recognized 42 Cherokee County School District teachers and staff as instructional technology experts!
They have been named to the 2020-2021 class of Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE) Experts. The technology company selects educators, support staff and school leaders who show exceptional understanding of how technology can improve learning for this recognition, which includes access to new tools and an exclusive online network for sharing best practices.
“Thousands of educators from across the U.S. applied this year and these educators and schools leaders from CCSD were selected because they are self-driven, passionate about their work, have a true collaborative spirit, and strive to inspire students with creative thinking and implement technology thoughtfully in the classroom,” said Robyn Hrivnatz, Microsoft Education Industry Executive. “These educators are empowering the students of today to create the world of tomorrow.”
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian V. Hightower praised CCSD Chief Information Officer Bobby Blount, who was named to the list, and his team for diligently working to provide all CCSD employees with not only access to the latest instructional technology, but also outstanding training and support to successfully use this investment.
“Success like this doesn’t happen on its own. It happens because of the leadership of CIO Bobby Blount and his team, and the dedication of our teachers and support staff to understand new technology to improve teaching and learning,” Dr. Hightower said. “Our students, whether they are learning at school or online at home, all benefit from instructional technology and experts who know how to leverage these powerful tools. Congratulations, and thank you for all you do!”
CCSD’s 2020-21 MIE Experts:
Danelle Anderson, Mountain Road ES
Karina Bailey, Hickory Flat ES
Dawn Barrett, Bascomb ES
Kim Bennett, Creekland MS
Bobby Blount, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
Kristen Brooks, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
April Bryant, Oak Grove ES Fine Arts Academy
Dr. Shannon Carroll, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
Jana Cervone, Holly Springs ES STEM Academy
Heather Cochrain, Mountain Road ES
Lee Coker, Etowah HS
Wendy Cope, Woodstock MS
Kristin Covington, Mountain Road ES
Dr. Nicole Dahlberg, Hasty ES Fine Arts Academy
Melissa Fisher, Little River ES
Frank Graham, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
Morgan Green, Creekview HS
Lauren Hagood, Carmel ES
Dixie Harper, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
Samantha Harrington, Carmel ES
Merry Hofmeister, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
Jenny Kramer, Little River ES
Jennifer Lewis, Indian Knoll ES
Brenna Lloyd, Boston ES
Lisa Lougheed, Holly Springs ES STEM Academy
Janet Marotte, Knox ES STEM Academy
Laurie Maselli, Johnston Preschool Center
Jennifer Mendenhall, Clark Creek ES STEM Academy
Lee Patti, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
Jeff Pence, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
Lauren Pittman, Holly Springs ES STEM Academy
Afton Roberts, Knox ES STEM Academy
Meredith Rocker, Johnston ES
Guill Strougo, Etowah HS
Lori Stuart, CCSD Office of Technology & Information Services
Anastasia Teasley, Cherokee HS
Tenille Turner, Macedonia ES
Samantha Westerlind, Little River ES
Marissa Williams, Indian Knoll ES
Brianna Wiseman, Ball Ground ES STEM Academy
Rebecca Wos, Indian Knoll ES
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