Belvoir Christian Academy's Rebecca Nelson keeps 3rd graders learning & focused
It's hard to learn when you're having too much fun... But at Belvoir Christian Academy one teacher keeps the balance with just the right amount of discipline.
Michelle Stiles of Daisy Elementary makes her class feel like family
Getting to know each of your students and how they learn, can often be a challenge... But one lucky teacher at Daisy Elementary has a formed a relationship with each student and says that makes her classroom a family.
Red Bank Elementary's Becca McKnight helps each student understand & have fun
Some teachers won't give up until every student understands. Red Bank Elementary has just such a teacher and her students love her for it...
Hickory Valley Christian's Meg Scott helps kids love the classics
Children often say the lessons they learn in school, especially the literature they read, is old and out of touch. But at Hickory Valley Christian School one teacher is using the classics... To teach life lessons.
Diana Fleshman's kindergarteners sing & move their way to learning
Kindergarten can be a pretty tough year... But one North Hamilton County Elementary teacher has as much fun as the students & it seems to work out pretty well.
Elaine Hutcheson is this week's Golden Apple Award winner.
The Ooltewah Middle School science teacher's hands-on approach allows her students to get up close and personal with the sometimes difficult subject.
Bradley Central High School Show Choir Performs at BI-LO/WDEF News 12 Golden Apple Awards Banquet
Bradley Central High School show choir dazzled banquet attendees at the 2010 BI-LO/WDEF News 12 Golden Apple Award ceremony.
WDEF News 12 & Bi-Lo recognize 2009-2010 Golden Apple Teacher of the Year
This year WDEF News 12 & Bi-Lo have had the pleasure of going out in our local schools and recognizing the best educators out there.
Howard's Ashley Wilbur helps students succeed through challenges
English teacher Ashley Wilbur uses her classroom to connect with her kids and push them through the tough times.
Berean Academy teacher Geney Watson keeps kids learning
Enthusiasm is contagious and when your excitement is about learning you're a perfect fit in the classroom. At Berean Academy there's a 3rd grade teacher who sends her excitement home.
Woodlawn Elementary's Melody Hilty breaks through autism
Connecting with kids isn't always easy... When those kids have trouble connecting with the world it's even more difficult. But for one special Murray County Teacher there are no barriers.
Brian Kyle makes all students feel important
Students can sense when a teacher really cares. One teacher in McMinn County makes sure all his students feel important. He's this week's Golden Apple Winner.
Gordon Lee High's Mandy Sturdivant encourages kids to succeed
Everyone has that one teacher who really made an impact... But at Chickamauga City Schools there's one teacher who's making an impact in a lot of lives.
Steve Bennett uses current events to teach for the future
When you're teaching middle school students sometimes you have to think outside the box. At Gordon Lee Middle School one high energy Social Studies teacher makes sure his lessons get through.
Marion County's Eleanor Campbell wins Golden Apple Award
Sometimes kids just need someone they can count on... At Whitwell High School students say there's one teachers who's on your side.
Golden Apple Award Winner Dianne Richardson
The Walker County Gilbert Elementary Teacher says her kids feel more like family.
Hixson Middle School's Erica Schmidt inspires future teachers
There are lots of good teachers out there... But not all of them inspire future teachers. This week's Golden Apple nomination came from a student teacher who wants to be just like her mentor.
Lookout Valley's Susan O'Mary makes life lessons fun
Grammar School isn't all fun and games... But at Lookout Valley Elementary one special teacher makes sure her kids have a good time, while they learn life lessons.
Westview Elementary's Jayne Dyar gets parents involved to help kids succeed
Good teachers keep their students motivated... But truly great teachers get the parents involved. At Westview Elementary School one special teacher says she owes her students' success to her wonderful classroom parents.
Daisy Elementary's Lowry Thielges helps every CDC student advance
The best way to succeed in school and in life is to have a good foundation. One Hamilton County Pre-K Teacher makes sure even the kids who are behind come out ahead.
Marion County's Jonathan Parker's personal experiences help kids learn German language & culture
Some of the very best lessons come from life experience... One Marion County teacher uses his language skills to help students to see beyond their four walls.
Grace Baptist Academy's Karen Smith keeps lessons challenging & fun
When your teacher expects a lot, hopefully she makes the lesson fun. At Grace Baptist Academy one special teacher makes sure everyone likes school and learns more than they realize.
Bess T. Shepherd's Beth Botta helps build a love of learning
The best educations start with firm foundations. One Hamilton County kindergarten teacher makes sure her kids start out on top.
Rossville Middle School's Suzan Bradford reaches her students with song
Middle School isn't always easy... But the kids at Rossville Middle School say thanks to one special teacher they have a safe haven filled with music where they can leave their problems behind.