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It’s an honor to announce HMC-1’s 2022 annual award winners!
Claudette Scott Teacher of the Year
Carlie Murphy - Third Grade Teacher, Truman Elementary
From the minute you enter Mrs. Carlie Murphy’s classroom, you feel the energy. She has themed her room around “superheroes” and calls her students the Marvels. This energy carries through in her lessons as students are encouraged to use their superpowers for good. Mrs. Murphy has the ability to reach every child at their level while pushing them to reach their full potential. Mrs. Murphy is a master teacher transforming the lives of students. She works diligently to form relationships with each student, taking the time to understand each one of their unique strengths, interests, and areas of growth by spending time with each student and their parents.Millie Harness Support Person of the Year
Cyrus Rodgers - School Resource Officer at Ruskin High School
Officer Cyrus Rodgers is one hundred percent committed to Ruskin and the Hickman Mills Community. He seemingly works nonstop, and personally knows almost all 1,200 students at Ruskin by name. He can be found walking the halls engaging students in conversations, directing them to make good decisions, and helping with problems both inside and outside of school. He goes above and beyond his duties because to him it’s not work, it’s his calling and his passion. There is no problem too big or small for Officer Rogers, whether it’s helping a family with food and resources or resolving conflicts. Outside of school hours, he can be found cheering for students or connecting with the community. He is always there to help.
