Janta Thomas-Brown is a dedicated and inspiring educator whose passion, kindness and commitment elevate everyone around her. She builds powerful relationships with students and colleagues and creates a nurturing environment rooted in patience, respect and high expectations. As a trusted mentor and multiyear team leader, she supports her team with grace, problem-solving and tireless effort. Her leadership extends far beyond her classroom through after-school programs, community support and constant encouragement of others. Janta consistently goes above and beyond for students, staff and Beulah.
2026 Teacher of the Year

Congratulations Janta Thomas-Brown
Previous Teacher of the Year Awardees:
2025 - Jeanne Howe
2024 - Mandy Willis
2023 – Alyssa Taylor
2022-2023 – Jeffery Johnson
2021-2022 – Diana Abell
2020-2021 – Jacqueline Frisinger
2019-2020 – Lauren Pilgrim
2018-2019 – Kara Rogers
2017-2018 – Candace Gregory
2016-2017 – Jill Baskerville
2015-2016 – Danielle Luce
2014-2015 – Nicole Niemaseck
2013-2014 – Christi Brubaker
2012-2013 – Cynthia Peppers
2011-2012 – Ann Schumm
2010-2011 – Vivian Basl
2009-2010 – Mary Ames
2008-2009 – Phyllis Maples
2007-2008 – Robin Oglesby
2006-2007 – Sarah Morin
2005-2006 – Ellen Black
2004-2005 – Tammy Smith Hobson
2003-2004 – Devra Powers
2002-2003 – Tia Stout
2001-2002 – Laura Tolbert
2000-2001 – Holly Jenkins
