Oconee County Schools on Friday announced its 2024-25 Teachers of the Year, representing each of the 12 schools in the district.

The Teachers of the Year were recognized on their respective campuses on Friday. The OCS Teacher of the Year Banquet, presented by the Oconee County High Schools Alumni Association, will take place on Sept. 26 at the Civic Center.

“I am proud of these 12 extraordinary educators who have been chosen by their peers as the OCS Teachers of the Year,” Superintendent Jason Branch said. “Their passion for teaching, innovation in the classroom, and dedication to our students’ success have made a tremendous impact on their schools and our community.”

Colham Ferry Elementary
Lyndsay Goeckeritz, Fourth Grade

Dove Creek Elementary
Heather Bui, Kindergarten

Dove Creek Middle
Shannon Dupree, Special Education

High Shoals Elementary
Erin McElroy, Media Specialist

Malcom Bridge Elementary
Stacy Peters, Fourth Grade

Malcom Bridge Middle
Jessica Johnston, Art

North Oconee High
Ashley Douglas, Math

Oconee County Elementary School
Kristen Anderson, Third Grade

Oconee County High School
Melanie Carpentier, English

Oconee County Middle
Amy Carter, Science

Oconee County Primary
Emily Dail, Second Grade

Rocky Branch Elementary
Keri Ericson, Special Education