Muscogee Educational Excellence Foundation

Thanks to WRBL News 3 for great coverage of the Teacher of the Year (TOTY) Gala - and congratulations again to Grier our MCSD Teacher of the Year! All of our TOTY Honorees are exceptional teachers and we are most grateful for the passion and commitment they bring to the teaching profession.

Chris Grier named 2026 MCSD Teacher of the Year COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Muscogee Educational Excellence Foundation (MEEF) has selected the 2026 Muscogee County School District Teacher of the Year (MCSD). Physical Education teacher at Clubview…

🏆 Congratulations to Chris Grier of Clubview Elementary, named the 2026 Muscogee County School District Teacher of the Year!

As a physical education teacher, Chris transforms the gym into a classroom where students build confidence, resilience, teamwork, and a belief in themselves. Through his leadership, energy, and collaboration with teachers across the school, he is helping shape not only healthy students—but future-ready learners.

He partners with classroom teachers to support academic goals, helping students apply skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and perseverance in ways that connect directly back to their learning. Whether it’s reinforcing structure, focus, or collaboration, his impact reaches far beyond the gym.

Congratulations, Chris, and thank you for helping shape the future of MCSD students!

We’re excited to honor Mrs. Missy Morgan, Teacher of the Year at Britt David Magnet Academy. Her commitment to students shines through in the way she teaches, leads, and encourages others. Morgan is Teachers: Shaping the Future.

Help us celebrate Miss Emily Graydon, Teacher of the Year at Fox Elementary. She creates a learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired to grow. Honoring you as part of Teachers: Shaping the Future.

Today we’re proud to recognize Ms. Khalilah Wallace, Teacher of the Year at Waddell Elementary. Her work in the classroom is making a real difference for students and families across our community. Wallace is the definition of Teachers: Shaping the Future.

Ms. Alana Guevara is our Teacher of the Year at Downtown Elementary Magnet Academy, and we couldn’t be more proud. She shows up for students with consistency, care, and a belief that every learner can succeed. You embody our theme, Teachers: Shaping the Future.

Join us as we honor Mrs. Monika Bishop-McElwee, Teacher of the Year at Richards Middle. She helps students discover strengths they didn’t know they had and supports them every step of the way. Thank you for shaping the future.

Celebrating Mrs. Kanovva Jackson, Teacher of the Year at Brewer Early Innovation Academy. Her impact reaches far beyond a single classroom—building confidence, curiosity, and character in students. Jackson is Teachers: Shaping the Future.

Congratulations to Ms. Carolyn Bingham, TOP THREE Teacher of the Year at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary! From the first bell to the final lesson, she brings passion, purpose, and excellence to students every day. Thank you for shaping the future.