Hilbish Ford Teachers of the Month for October 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. We are 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 - Audrey Lewis

The Kannapolis City Schools Board of Education was pleased to recognize the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month, Audrey Lewis from Shady Brook Elementary.

Audrey Lewis is an amazing 4th grade teacher at Shady Brook Elementary.  One parent who nominated Miss Lewis shared that her daughter speaks often about how much she loves Miss Lewis and how Miss Lewis does fun things in the classroom.  Another parent expressed that Miss Lewis has provided a safe space for a fresh start for her child who had a tough 3rd grade year.  This parent noted that Miss Lewis accepts her child’s uniqueness and works with it to help him move forward and be successful.

Shady Brook Principal Ingrid Doehle says, “Audrey Lewis is a shining star at Shady Brook and was nominated by her peers as Beginning Teacher of the Year for the 2020-2021 school year.  She is in the beginning years of her career and she has made a tremendous impact on many student’s lives.”  Ms. Doehle went on the share, “Miss Lewis’ room is vibrant, full of energy, and a natural space for learning.  Her students relate to her young spirit and respect her presence, and she goes above and beyond to enrich her students’ lives.”

Audrey Lewis 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 that Hilbish Ford is honoring her with the Hilbish Ford Teacher of the Month Award. Congratulations! 

>> Nominate the next KCS teacher for this award.

Cabarrus County Schools - Gayle McGee

We want to give a huge shout out to our Hilbish Teacher of the Month for Cabarrus County Schools, Mrs. Gayle McGee! 

For those of you who don't know Mrs. McGee, she is an outstanding Economics and Personal Finance teacher at Cabarrus-Kannapolis Early College High School. One of the students who nominated her for the award stated, "if everyone was as diligent, kind-hearted, loving and fun to be around as Mrs. McGee, the world would be a better place." 

Congratulations Mrs. McGee and THANK YOU for everything you do to support your students!

>> Nominate the next CCS teacher for this award.