Prince Edward County Public Schools (PECPS) is proud to announce the 2025 Teachers of the Year, celebrating outstanding educators who have demonstrated excellence in teaching and a commitment to student success. This prestigious recognition honors the exceptional work and dedication of the following teachers:
Elementary School: Toni Baker – Adaptive Teacher
Middle School: Louis Gould – 7th Grade History Teacher
High School (Tied Winners): Eileen Ryan – English Teacher and
Pathravuong Vorn – Mathematics Teacher
Each of these teachers has gone above and beyond in their roles, making a significant impact on their students, colleagues, and the entire PECPS community.
Mrs. Vance, Principal of PECES, commented, "Mrs. Baker has demonstrated a commitment to ensuring all students have access to a quality learning experience. We are thankful to have her on our team."
Mrs. Clark-Reed, Principal of PECMS, added, "The middle school is proud to recognize Mr. Louis Gould, III as this year’s Teacher of the Year. Mr. G is an invaluable member of our school community, taking on numerous roles and responsibilities. He is deeply respected and admired by both his colleagues and students for his dedication, passion, and commitment. Beyond the classroom, Mr. Gould makes a lasting impact, consistently touching the lives of his students and fostering an environment of growth and support."
Mrs. McQuaige-Hicks expressed her pride in PECHS’ Teacher of the Year recipients, stating, "Mrs. Eileen Ryan and Mr. Pathravuong Vorn truly exhibit passion, commitment, and dedication daily when teaching our students. They are an inspiration to all of us, and we are so fortunate to have them in our Eagle family."
The entire Eagle family is incredibly proud of these educators and the enthusiasm they bring to the classroom! We are also thrilled to announce that Eileen Ryan has been selected as the Division-Wide Teacher of the Year! This additional honor promotes her to compete to become State Teacher of the Year for 2026.
These educators reflect the core values of PECPS, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. Nominated by their peers, this recognition is a testament to the value they add to the Eagle family. We thank everyone who took the time to vote for these educators!