Alpharetta Teacher Named 'Extraordinary Educator'

ALPHARETTA, GA — Lindsey King, a kindergarten teacher at New Prospect Elementary School in Alpharetta, has been named an Extraordinary Educator by Curriculum Associates, a leading education partner serving more than 10 million teachers and students in 50 states. She joins two other Georgia educators - Mariette Dargan, of Augusta and Crystal Strong, of Savannah - who also received this honor.

King is among 44 teachers from 26 states and Washington, D.C. chosen for this national honor that recognizes educators based on their classroom excellence, including their successes during the remote learning period dating back to last March. They were commended for their innovative practices for student engagement and students' growth via formal assessments.

“In the past year, I have had students begin the year scoring within the 10th
percentile on i-Ready Reading and ending the year among the 40th percentile," King said. "Students who are struggling to identify letters in August, have been able to move on to first grade reading B level texts.”

Throughout the year, the educators will have opportunities to share their unique experience and
expertise with a nationwide audience of educators by being interviewed on podcasts,
contributing blog posts and articles to national publications, participating in virtual events, and
more. It is an opportunity to have their successes and inventive ideas celebrated and
shared with peers in the profession.

“It goes without saying that this has been an unprecedented school year that has challenged
educators, students, and families alike,” said Rob Waldron, CEO of Curriculum Associates.
“However, this group of Extraordinary Educators—like so many other educators across the
country—has more than risen to the occasion. We are proud to recognize Lindsey for her hard
work, dedication, and innovative best practices that continue to positively impact the students
she serves.”

To learn more about Curriculum Associates and the 2021 Extraordinary Educators, visit online.