{"id":1487,"date":"2025-01-07T13:21:07","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T19:21:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/?p=1487"},"modified":"2025-01-07T16:34:41","modified_gmt":"2025-01-07T22:34:41","slug":"fall-awards-day-celebrates-excellence","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.muw.edu\/education\/support\/fall-awards-day-celebrates-excellence\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall Awards Day Celebrates Excellence"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Fall Awards Day Celebrates Excellence at The W\u2019s School of Education<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Columbus, Mississippi<\/em> \u2013 The School of Education at The W (Mississippi University for Women) hosted its Fall Awards Day on November 13, celebrating the achievements of its education students and highlighting the university\u2019s role in preparing teachers for the East Mississippi and West Alabama region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAwards Day is all about celebrating our students’ hard work and dedication. We\u2019re proud to honor their accomplishments and commitment to becoming outstanding educators,\u201d said Dr. Marty Hatton, Dean of the School of Education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event recognized standout students in the three elementary education blocks, the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program, and early childhood, elementary, and secondary internships. Students were nominated by faculty and mentor teachers based on their character, professional growth, and teaching skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWhat makes The W special is that most of our education students\u201496% in the last 3 years\u2014stay right here in East Mississippi and West Alabama,\u201d said Dr. Bob Fuller, Chair of the School of Education. \u201cWe\u2019re a regional university, and our graduates are going back into their communities to make a difference for the next generation. That\u2019s something worth celebrating.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A highlight of The W\u2019s education programs is the Residency courses, which give students real-world classroom experience alongside their academic studies. This unique setup helps students apply what they\u2019re learning and prepares them to confidently step into teaching roles after graduation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Following the awards ceremony, students had the opportunity to meet with local schools to explore job opportunities in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe W continues to produce incredible educators ready to step into classrooms and lead. Our graduates are highly skilled and passionate about teaching, and we\u2019re proud of their impact on our schools and communities,\u201d Dr. Hatton added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fall Awards Day is one of the many ways The W celebrates its students and their journey toward becoming the teachers the region needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The exceptional students in their program for Fall 2024:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early Childhood Education<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alesia Shambry, West Point, MS\u2013 Outstanding Overall Student<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elizabeth Franks, Sturgis, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Block 1<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maggie Montesi, Indianola, MS – Outstanding Overall Student<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elizabeth (Liz) Arrexi, Feltwell, England<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jessica Shirley, Gordo, AL<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lexie Angle, Columbus, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mary Smith, Wesson, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Block 2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jayde Richardson, New Albany, MS – Outstanding Overall Student<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mallory Lauderdale, Tupelo, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sierra Poire, Starkville, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Audrey Mitchell, Columbus, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Block 3<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Audrey Foreman, Columbus, MS – Outstanding Overall Student<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allison Sprouse, Millport, AL<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chloe Minich, Nettleton, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diamond Rayford, Kosciusko, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Emily Goss, Batesville, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Haley Kelley, Diamondhead, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kayla Branham, Amory, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Laila Luckett, Gulfport, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reagan Greenhaw, Columbus, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skye Berquist, Columbus, MS – Outstanding Overall Student<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early Childhood Internship<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alesia Shambry, West Point, MS- Outstanding Overall Student<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elizabeth Franks, Sturgis, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Elementary Internship<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Haylie Crimm, Millport, AL – Outstanding Overall Student<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brieanna Williams, Nettleton, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cally Thompson, Smithville, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Macie Manasco, Mathiston, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Addie Coxey Bunch, Pontotoc, MS<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondary Internship<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breely Smith, Hamilton, MS  – Outstanding Overall Student (English)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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