Sharon Phox Wins Teacher of the Year
An educator for 20 years, she teaches at Polk Elementary
ALEXANDRIA, VA-In a surprise ceremony yesterday (March 12) at James K. Polk Elementary School, teacher Sharon Phox was honored with the Teacher of the Year Award. Superintendent of Public Instruction Lisa Coons presented the award from the Virginia Department of Education.
Phox, an educator for two decades, teaches third grade and English Language Learner classes at Polk. She was recognized in front of her students and colleagues as the best teacher in Region 4. Virginia has eight regions in all.
“Mrs. Phox serves as an English Language Learner teacher in a high need community and ensures every child has the supports to be successful,” said Coons. “Her unwavering belief in every student’s potential, ability to adapt instruction to meet diverse needs, and commitment to building strong relationships with students and families makes her an exceptional educator and leader in her school community.”
She and the seven others selected as Teacher of the Year will join a special advisory council. Its aim is to “elevate the voices and perspectives” of every teacher in the state, according to a press release.
Phox is now a finalist for the Mary V. Bicouvaris Virginia Teacher of the Year Award. The winner will be announced in May.
