The Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Award Recipients for February 2021

Each month, Hilbish Ford recognizes an outstanding teacher at both Kannapolis City Schools and Cabarrus County Schools, who are all nominated by their students and parents. Teachers are often nominated for a list of reasons, but all of them have one thing in common: they will go above and beyond to support the overall success of their students. 

We can't thank our teachers enough for all they do to support their students, but we're proud to present this award each month as our way to show you how much we appreciate everything you do. Thank you teachers!

Now, on to this month's Hilbish Teacher of the Month Awards...

Kannapolis City Schools - Madison Hipp

The Kannapolis City Schools Board of Directors was pleased to recognize the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month, Madison Hipp from Fred L. Wilson Elementary.

Madison Hipp is an extraordinary 2nd Grade Dual Language English Teacher at Fred L. Wilson Elementary.   And, according to the family that nominated Ms. Hipp, she is absolutely the best teacher!  They shared that “she is very well organized and so passionate about being the best she can be for her students.”  They went on to say, “For remote learning, she goes above and beyond and our son feels like he is still in the room learning with her.”

Her Fred L. Wilson family also feel Ms. Hipp is extremely deserving of this recognition.  They spoke to the wonderful way she has of taking care of people while also taking care of business.  They noted how her students feel loved, supported, and pushed!  And, not only do students seek her out, but her colleagues do, as well.  They see her as an excellent role model, epitomizing professional teaching standards, dedication, and a commitment to excellence.  As a dual language teacher, they find she has an uncanny ability to design thorough learning experiences for all of her dual language learners.  One Fred L. Wilson staff member shared that Ms. Hipp is a phenomenal educator!

Wow, we can’t say it any better than that!  We are extremely proud that Madison is part of our Kannapolis City Schools’ family, and we are delighted on behalf of Hilbish Ford General Manager, Tim Vaughn, to present her with the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Award. Congratulations!

Click here to nominate your teacher at KCS

Announcing the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Award Recipients for January 2021

Each month, Hilbish Ford recognizes an outstanding teacher at both Kannapolis City Schools and Cabarrus County Schools, who are all nominated by their students and parents. Teachers are often nominated for a list of reasons, but all of them have one thing in common: they will go above and beyond to support the overall success of their students. 

We can't thank our teachers enough for all they do to support their students, but we're proud to present this award each month as our way to show you how much we appreciate everything you do. Thank you teachers!

Now, on to this month's Hilbish Teacher of the Month Awards...

Kannapolis City Schools -Suzanne Lentz

Suzanne Lentz is a wonderful example of the amazing teachers we have in Kannapolis City Schools.  She has successfully taught fourth grade students at Forest Park Elementary for many years.  Her principal Martha Motley shared, “Mrs. Lentz is a proactive teacher who constantly seeks out ways to improve her practice.”  This year she stepped into the unknown when she agreed to be a fully remote teacher.  Mrs. Motley said, “In this setting, Mrs. Lentz continues to hold students to high expectations while providing a classroom environment that fosters high growth.  Mrs. Lentz’s students love learning with her because her class is highly engaging and provides a space that is caring and respectful.”

The parents who nominated Mrs. Lentz for Teacher of the Month shared that she “has been a rock solid foundation for our child this year as her remote learning teacher.”  They described her as a wonderful educator and an expert in her field.  They have found her to be compassionate, flexible, and approachable.  The parents expressed their appreciation the way she works to ensure all students are meeting expectations and have an opportunity for success.  They also described the warmth and love she is able to share through the computer screen and how much their child enjoys Mrs. Lentz’s class.

Suzanne Lentz makes all of us in Kannapolis City Schools very proud. We’re delighted that she is part of our KCS family, and we are pleased, on behalf of Tim Vaughn of Hilbish Ford, to honor her with the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Award. Congratulations!

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Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Awards | December 2020

Each month, Hilbish Ford recognizes an outstanding teacher at both Kannapolis City Schools and Cabarrus County Schools, who are all nominated by their students and parents. Teachers are often nominated for a list of reasons, but all of them have one thing in common: they will go above and beyond to support the overall success of their students. 

We can't thank our teachers enough for all they do to support their students, but we're proud to present this award each month as our way to show you how much we appreciate everything you do. Thank you teachers!

Now, on to this month's Hilbish Teacher of the Month Awards...

Kannapolis City Schools - Coming Soon!

Click here to nominate your teacher at KCS

Hilbish Teacher of the Month Awards - November 2020

Each month, Hilbish Ford recognizes an outstanding teacher at both Kannapolis City Schools and Cabarrus County Schools, who are all nominated by their students and parents. These teachers are often nominated for a list of reasons, but all of them have one thing in common: they will do anything to support the overall success of their students. We can't thank our teachers enough for all they do to support their students, but we're proud to present this award each month as our way to show you how much we appreciate everything you do. Thank you teachers!

Now, on to this month's Hilbish Teacher of the Month Awards...

Kannapolis City Schools - Kayla Harris

"The Kannapolis City Schools Board of Directors was pleased to recognize the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month, Kayla Harris from Jackson Park Elementary.

Kayla Harris is a dedicated and passionate first-grade teacher at Jackson Park Elementary. The families who nominated her spoke to the way she goes above and beyond to spend time with each student so that they get the most out of her instruction. Kayla understands that all children have different ways of learning and she helps all of them reach their full potential.

Her principal, Mr. Gibson shared, "Kayla is so deserving of this recognition. Serving as a first-grade teacher at Jackson Park, as well as on our school-wide MTSS team, she has a unique position to see, and serve, the entire school program. She is so good at analyzing student data, developing academic interventions and extensions, and of course, delivering engaging instruction in the classroom.” He continued by saying, “the work Kayla Harris does both in her classroom and at the school level makes all of us better. The relationship she develops with all of her students and colleagues not only builds all of us instructionally, but also enhances our school culture as a loving, student-centered, and wonderful place.”

We’re extremely proud that Kayla Harris has remained part of our KCS family, from her time as a student to becoming an outstanding teacher, and we’re delighted, on behalf of General Manager, Tim Vaughn, to present her with the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Award.  Congratulations, Kayla!"

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Cabarrus County Schools - Beth Giddings

"Congratulations to Beth Giddings for being our Hilbish Teacher of the Month recipient for November!

Mrs. Giddings is an outstanding kindergarten teacher at Royal Oaks School of the Arts. One of her parents shared, "Her organization and experience combined with her positive personality make her a wonderful teacher. She has taken virtual learning with the same passion as in-person learning, and strives to engage the students each and every day."

Thank you to Hilbish Ford for recognizing our outstanding teachers at CCS!"

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Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Awards - October 2020

KCS Recognizes Ms. Rachel Ridenhour, G.W. Carver Elementary

View original announcement from Kannapolis City Schools here.

"The Kannapolis City Schools Board of Education is pleased to recognize the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month, Rachel Ridenhour from G.W. Carver Elementary.

Rachel Ridenhour is an amazing second grade teacher at G. W. Carver Elementary.  She was nominated for this award by three different families.  They used words like wonderful, amazing, dedicated, passionate, enthusiastic, and creative.  They each spoke to the way Ms. Ridenhour cares for all of her students and strives to make learning fun.  One parent said, “She goes above and beyond to build relationships with her students and makes sure every student feels accepted in her classroom family.  She pushes students to think for themselves and teaches them that they can accomplish hard tasks.”

Her principal, Mr. Irving shared, "Rachel is that teacher who brings all that she can to benefit her students and her school each and every day!  After a strong first year at GWC as a first grade, she is shining as a full virtual second grade teacher this year.”  He continued by saying, “Rachel holds high expectations for her students while building relationships.  Every day her students know that she wants the very best for them all.”

We’re proud that Rachel Ridenhour is part of our KCS family.  We’re also delighted, on behalf of General Manager, Tim Vaughn, to present her with the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Award.  Congratulations!"

Click here to nominate the next Hilbish Teacher of the Month for Kannapolis City Schools. 

Hilbish Teacher of the Month Awards for September 2020

Congratulations to the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Award recipients for Cabarrus County and Kannapolis City Schools!

Cabarrus County Schools - Mrs. Suzanne Shearon

Cabarrus County Schools (CCS) presented the Hilbish Teacher of the Month Award to Mrs. Suzanne Shearon, who is a 3rd grade teacher at Charles E. Boger Elementary School. In fact, she has been teaching at Charles E. Boger Elementary since the school opened in 2007! Thank you so much for your hard work and commitment to your students, Mrs. Shearon!

CCS students and parents and nominate an outstanding teacher for this award by clicking here. 

 

Kannapolis City Schools - Mrs. Lynn Dwyer

From Kannapolis City Schools (KCS): Lynn Dwyer is very special to students at A.L. Brown High School where she serves as the Health Science teacher. Four different students nominated her for this award. They talked about her outstanding teaching but they also talked about what a wonderful, caring person she is. One student shared that, in the three years she has had Mrs. Dwyer as a teacher, she learned more than just the subject matter but also learned some life lessons. Another said of Mrs. Dwyer’s dedication to her students, “She always finds a way to make herself available to meet their needs.” That student also said Mrs. Dwyer isn’t only there for her students, but for her coworkers, as well. All of the students spoke to Mrs. Dwyer’s interest and investment in her students’ success. One seemed to sum it up for all of them when saying, “She isn’t just a teacher, she’s a friend!”

Her principal, Mr. DelliSanti shared, "Mrs. Dwyer is an incredibly dedicated teacher who has a love for her students that is absolutely inextinguishable, as is their love for her.  She is one of the best!"

KCS parents and students can nominate the next Teacher of the Month for their school by visiting this link.

Hilbish Teacher of the Month: Lisa Strahan - KCS, Feb. 2020

Congratulations to the Hilbish Teacher of the Month for Kannapolis City Schools, Ms. Lisa Strahan! 

"Lisa Strahan is an exceptional children’s teacher at Woodrow Wilson Elementary. She is an extraordinary teacher who brings love, kindness, and skill to the classroom and makes a positive difference for her students and her colleagues. The parent who nominated Ms. Strahan said that students are excited to come to her classroom because of the fun and interesting way that she meets each one of her student’s needs. The parent also praised Ms. Strahan’s loving personality and her vast knowledge and experience. The nomination said that Ms. Strahan is quick to help other staff members with advice and strategies they can use with struggling students in their classrooms, and that helps everyone in the school.

Lisa Strahan is the kind of teacher that every parent dreams of having for his or her child, and we’re proud that she is part of our KCS family. We’re also delighted that Hilbish Ford honored her excellence with the Hilbish Ford Outstanding Teacher Award for February. Congratulations!"

Read the original article by Kannapolis City Schools.

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