Carolyn, a media specialist at Allen D. Nease High School in St. Johns County, has been recognized with the 2026 FEA Teaching Excellence Award for her commitment to supporting students’ diverse needs. With 31 years of experience in Florida public schools, including 19 years as a school librarian and 12 years as a classroom teacher, Carolyn has demonstrated consistent dedication to education.
She has managed library resources effectively and received recognition from the Florida Power Library Schools program. Carolyn also collaborates closely with teachers, administrators, and technology staff to ensure that students have access to necessary resources.
Kate Dowdie, President of the St. Johns Education Association, stated: “It is our unique privilege to be able to honor an educator like Carolyn. Carolyn is a professional who is committed and determined to her students. Each day she shows up for them and for her community. We are so proud that she was selected for the honor of FEA’s teaching excellence award.”
By receiving this award, Carolyn will go on to represent Florida at the NEA Foundation’s Excellence in Education Gala in 2026.
