Congratulations to fifth grade teacher Courtney Wiley who was recognized as the FCPS 2022 Region 1 Outstanding Elementary New Teacher and one of the five finalists for the FCPS Outstanding Elementary New Teacher at this year's FCPS Honors event, held at George Mason University Center for the Arts on June 8th.

Courtney’s goal is to create a caring and inclusive classroom community for all learners using her motto, “Everyone is welcome here.” She works diligently to make sure all students’ needs are honored across subject areas by scaffolding and enriching her activities in order to meet children where they are. Courtney’s health and wellness background provides opportunities for students to flourish in their physical, social, and emotional health by embedding fitness into class assignments, building healthy relationships among students, and practicing classroom “Olympic Goal” setting. While Courtney places emphasis on structured routines and clear expectations, you will also find her room filled with movement and laughter, creating a safe and comfortable space for all.

• See Ms. Wiley's recognition on the FCPS website

Congratulations to our following staff members who were also recognized at this year's FCPS Honors Ceremony!

Outstanding School-Based Operational Employee School-Level Recipient

• Joel Marques, Custodian II

Outstanding School-Based Professional Employee School-Level Recipient

• Carly Guinn, Instructional Coach

Outstanding School-Based Leader School-Level Recipient

• David Ickowski, Assistant Principal

Outstanding Elementary Teacher School-Level Recipient

• Leslie Grumbach, Sixth Grade Teacher

Thank you to Carly Guinn for all of her hard work with the nomination process by serving as this year's awards liaison.