Staff Members of the Year

Meet our TOTY SPOTY and POTY

Picture of Tiffany Young

Picture of Ms. Young, her husband and 2 sons at the beach

Picture of (left to right) Ms. Christian, Ms. Young, and Ms. Brown


Teacher of the Year:
Tiffany Young

Grade Level or Position:
Second Grade Teacher 
 
How long have you worked at Heard-Mixon?
I have worked at Heard Mixon for 15 years and in Newton County for a total of 20 years.  This school year begins my 21st year of teaching. 


What do you like best about working at Heard Mixon?

The best thing about working at Heard Mixon is the fact that we are a family who works well together, takes care of each other, and supports one another.  It is the school where my children grew up and were taught by the most wonderful teachers.  It is the place where I get to see my students learn, laugh, and grow as they become more responsible and ready for the next grade level.  It is an honor to be a part of the Heard Mixon family. 

What are your hobbies?
The thing that I enjoy most outside of the classroom is spending time with my family and friends.  I love cheering for my Georgia Bulldogs, taking hikes/walks, visiting new places, photography, reading good books, watching John Brody play soccer, and spending time in the mountains of western North Carolina. 

Is there anything else that you would like us to know about you?

Ms. Christian



Paraprofessional of the Year:
Chenera Christian


Grade Level or Position:
Paraprofessional


How long have you worked at Heard-Mixon?
This will be my third year working at HMES.


What do you like best about working at Heard-Mixon?
What I like most about working at HMES is getting to be a part of each student's educational journey.  I get to witness their growth both academically and personally.  I also like the positive school culture we have. 

What are your hobbies?
My hobbies are reading, listening to music, exploring cultures, traveling, exercising, and spending time with my loved ones. 
 
Is there anything else that you would like us to know about you?
 "Every child deserves a champion-an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be." Rita Pierson

picture of Alice Brown     picture of Alice Brown and her family

Support Person of the Year:

Alice Brown

Grade Level or Position:
Instructional Coach


How long have you worked at Heard-Mixon?
18 years


What do you like best about working at Heard Mixon?
I love the family atmosphere. I love how we care for each other and the students. 


What are your hobbies?
Spending time with my kids and crafting. 


Is there anything else you would like us to know about you?
Teaching has been the most rewarding profession I could have ever dreamed of.