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Teacher's Tough Start Leads to Award Glory
3 Jun
Summary
- Tia Green's first year teaching was difficult but rewarding.
- She earned the Eileen Bailey Memorial Award for her dedication.
- Green inspired students to pursue science careers.
Tia Green, a dedicated educator at Tupelo Middle School, has been honored with the Eileen Bailey Memorial Award. This award recognizes her exceptional commitment to teaching and her students, embodying the spirit of the late history teacher Eileen Bailey. Green's journey into teaching was unconventional, beginning with an emergency license and an alternate route to certification.
Her first year teaching science and math to middle schoolers in Verona was a significant learning experience. Despite challenges, Green found innovative ways to connect with her students, incorporating activities like teaching sewing and actively participating in their extracurricular events. This dedication eventually led to a more fulfilling second and third year, solidifying her passion for education.
After teaching for three years in Verona and six in Shannon, Green has spent the last 13 years at Tupelo Middle School. She also actively contributes to extracurricular science activities, including coaching the Science Bowl Team and managing science fairs. Green's impact is evident as former students often express gratitude, citing her as an inspiration for pursuing science careers.
