Board recognizes teachers for top test scores and growth
Summary
The Kershaw County board honored dozens of elementary, middle and high school teachers for top state test performance and for highest growth metrics; teachers from Dobie's Mills, Lugoff Elgin and North Central schools were named among honorees.
Board members opened the Feb. 3 meeting by recognizing teachers whose classes scored highest on state standardized tests and teachers who achieved the highest student growth last year.
Officials named individual teachers across elementary, middle and high schools — including Rebecca Thrall, Holly Bartlett, April Mangum and Dr. Melody Johnson at the elementary level, and several middle‑ and high‑school teachers such as Kelly Johnson and Joseph Dvorchnia — and invited applause from the board and audience.
Presenters said the recognition also highlights teachers who accelerated academic progress as measured by growth metrics. The board and staff framed the honors as part of ongoing efforts to celebrate achievement while addressing remaining challenges in underperforming schools.
No formal action was taken as part of the recognitions.
