Carolyn, a media specialist at Allen D. Nease High School in St. Johns County, has been recognized with the 2026 Florida Education Association (FEA) Teaching Excellence Award. She has worked in Florida public schools for 31 years, including 19 years as a school librarian and media specialist and 12 years as a classroom teacher.
Throughout her career, Carolyn has focused on supporting the diverse needs of students by managing library resources and collaborating with teachers, administrators, and technology staff. Her efforts have previously earned recognition from the Florida Power Library Schools program.
Kate Dowdie, President of the St. Johns Education Association, stated: “It is our unique privilege to be able to honor an educator like Carolyn. Carolyn is a professional who is committed and determined to her students. Each day she shows up for them and for her community. We are so proud that she was selected for the honor of FEA’s teaching excellence award.”
As part of receiving this award, Carolyn will represent Florida at the NEA Foundation’s Excellence in Education Gala in 2026.
