Johnson is named Taylor County’s ‘Teacher of the Year’

Posted on January 30, 2026

Taylor County School District’s “Teacher of the Year” Amanda Johnson was recognized by the school board at its Tuesday, Jan. 27, meeting. Shown are: (left to right) board members Jeannie Mathis and Brenda Carlton, Taylor County Middle School Assistant Principal Monica Whiddon and Principal Kasey Roberts; Superintendent of Schools Reggie Wentworth; Johnson; and board members Bonnie Sue Agner, Deidra Dunnell and Danny Lundy.

Taylor County’s “Teacher of the Year” Amanda Johnson believes in showing up for her students, consistently and wholeheartedly.

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