STAFF REPORT
Glasgow News 1
Barren County Schools has honored its 2025–26 Teachers of the Year, a group of dedicated educators who have made a significant impact in their classrooms and beyond.
Superintendent Amy Irwin emphasized the pride in their leadership and the difference they make every day.
2025–26 Barren County Teachers of the Year:
• Jessica Peters – Literacy Teacher of the Year, Barren County Middle School
• Daniel Robertson – High School Teacher of the Year, Barren County High School
• Donna Jones – Diversity Teacher of the Year, Barren County High School
• Jaime Ayres – Teacher Mentor of the Year, Barren County High School
• Shanna Depp – Physical Education/Health Teacher of the Year, Temple Hill Elementary
• Susie Lucas – Middle School Teacher of the Year, Barren County Middle School
• Casey Collins – Special Education Teacher of the Year, Austin Tracy Elementary
• Shelby Boggs – Visual & Performing Arts Teacher of the Year, North Jackson Elementary
• Debra Hughes – Elementary Teacher of the Year, Red Cross Elementary
• Scott Johnson – Innovative Teacher of the Year, Red Cross Elementary
• Brandy Davis – Preschool Teacher of the Year, Red Cross Elementary
Each honoree is now eligible for regional consideration through Western Kentucky University.
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