: J.F. Drake Middle School has named Allison Etheredge their Teacher of the Year! Mrs. Etheredge has now also been named the Elementary Teacher of the Year for Auburn City Schools! Her application will now compete at the regional level with aspirations of making the Sweet 16 at the state level. We are so proud of Mrs. Etheredge as she represents Auburn in the ALSDE Teacher of the Year Program!"Allison Etheredge is known for her radiant positivity and unwavering dedication. Allison is a ray of sunshine in our school community! She has a remarkable ability to connect with her students, creating an environment where everyone feels valued and inspired. Her passion for teaching and commitment to fostering a love of learning shine through in everything she does.
Allison’s infectious joy and positive energy light up the classroom and she consistently goes above and beyond to foster a culture of collaboration and growth, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to both student success and the school community. Whether it's through her engaging lessons or her endless words of affirmation, she makes a lasting impact on every person she meets.
Allison is an invaluable member of our DMS family, and we are honored to celebrate this well-deserved recognition!" Sarah Armstrong - Principal
