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Anderson One welcomes new teachers and honors mentor Carol Brooks
Summary
The board recognized signing-day seniors and introduced a slate of new teachers, including graduates of the Grow Your Own program, and paid tribute to Carol Brooks for her multi-year work mentoring induction teachers; Brooks addressed the audience during the ceremony.
The Anderson School District One board used the opening of its meeting to recognize students who signed commitments to study education, introduce newly hired teachers, and present a formal tribute to Carol Brooks for her work mentoring new educators.
Administrators announced a teacher‑signing event and recognized several student groups and individual students who earned state and national honors. New hires introduced themselves to the board, identifying their placements (for example, Caroline Morris: incoming English teacher at PA High School; Jordan Miller: physical education at Ren High/Middle; Rebecca Diane Cook: art teacher at Ren Middle School). The district also highlighted a Grow Your Own program through Clemson University that funds master’s training for non‑education graduates who take district teaching positions; Gavin Brian was introduced as the program’s first graduate placed in the district.
The board presented a prolonged, personal recognition of Carol Brooks (Miss Brooks) for her long-term support of induction teachers. Members credited Brooks with mentoring new staff, building community connections and supporting teacher retention; Brooks accepted thanks and told the audience she loves the job.
No formal votes were required for recognitions. Personnel recommendations later in the meeting included some of the hires introduced that evening, and the board approved the personnel slate during the personnel agenda item.
