Elizabeth Holcomb
2024-25 Teacher of the Year: Middle Road Elementary
Question-Answer Session
Elizabeth HolcombHow Long Have You Been Part of the PGCPS Family?
I have been a fifth grade teacher with the PGCPS family for seven years.
I have been a fifth grade teacher with the PGCPS family for seven years.
Please Share Your Thoughts on Being Named Teacher of the Year & What This Recognition Means to You.
It is quite an honor to be named the 2025 teacher of the year among my wonderful colleagues at Middle Road Elementary School. As teachers, we do not always receive the accolades we deserve, but we choose this honorable profession because it is a true calling. It takes a strong self-worth and belief in the importance of bettering the lives of children in order to be successful in such a challenging field. My fellow teachers and I push forward for the innumerable achievements that drive us to be the rockstars we know we are, and God, whose only viewpoint matters, knows our hearts, feels our effort, and sees all of our successes!
It is quite an honor to be named the 2025 teacher of the year among my wonderful colleagues at Middle Road Elementary School. As teachers, we do not always receive the accolades we deserve, but we choose this honorable profession because it is a true calling. It takes a strong self-worth and belief in the importance of bettering the lives of children in order to be successful in such a challenging field. My fellow teachers and I push forward for the innumerable achievements that drive us to be the rockstars we know we are, and God, whose only viewpoint matters, knows our hearts, feels our effort, and sees all of our successes!
What Inspired You to Enter the World of Teaching and Education?
My inspiration to enter the teaching profession came when I worked at a local community center. I assisted with various programs and activities for the youth. I wanted to have a career in which I could positively impact others, especially children, by finding fun and fulfilling ways to teach and guide them.
My inspiration to enter the teaching profession came when I worked at a local community center. I assisted with various programs and activities for the youth. I wanted to have a career in which I could positively impact others, especially children, by finding fun and fulfilling ways to teach and guide them.
Do You Have A Special Memory or Moment from This School Year You Would Like to Share?
A special memory from the 2024-2025 school year would be when I have played quarterback in non-competitive touch football with students at recess. Several students have made catches and plays that rival NFL highlight reels! This has provided the opportunity for them to positively interact with their peers, while also learning that teachers can provide more for them than just curriculum.
A special memory from the 2024-2025 school year would be when I have played quarterback in non-competitive touch football with students at recess. Several students have made catches and plays that rival NFL highlight reels! This has provided the opportunity for them to positively interact with their peers, while also learning that teachers can provide more for them than just curriculum.
Finally, What Do You Consider the Most Important Lesson You Help Students Learn?
One of the most important lessons that I instill in my students is to be their best no matter who is watching. They must value themselves, take pride in what they do, and value themselves over anyone else. Their advancement and education are the most important reasons they come to school. It is something they do for themselves.
One of the most important lessons that I instill in my students is to be their best no matter who is watching. They must value themselves, take pride in what they do, and value themselves over anyone else. Their advancement and education are the most important reasons they come to school. It is something they do for themselves.