Teacher of the Year

Ms. Dwyanna Howard

With over 22 years of dedicated service in education, Mrs. Dywanna Bates Howard brings a passion for teaching and a belief that all children can learn to in every classroom she enters. A proud graduate of Alcorn State University, she began her educational journey rooted in a love for learning and a commitment to making a difference in students' lives.

Throughout her career, she has taught in various settings, each experience further shaping her approach to instruction and student engagement. In addition to her work in education, she also served in the Army Reserves, embodying values of discipline, leadership, and service—qualities she brings into her teaching daily.

Beyond the classroom, she is a devoted wife to her husband, Trakendrick, and a loving mother to three wonderful children: Kendaria, Braylon, and Miracle. Her family is her greatest joy and constant motivation. In her spare time, she enjoys shopping, traveling, and exploring new experiences that broaden her perspective and enrich her teaching practice.

As Teacher of the Year, she continues to inspire both students and colleagues with her unwavering dedication, warm spirit, and the firm belief that every child, with the right support and encouragement, can succeed.