Donna Helms has been employed in Chesterfield County for two years and teaching for a total of 32 years. She is currently the Librarian/Media Specialist for Long Middle School. Her School Administrator wrote, “Mrs. Helms is a very conscientious educator, she’s extremely knowledgeable and creative. She is always willing to assist in any way that she can. Mrs. Helms is a very effective educator, and well deserving of the National Board recognition”.
Brian Myers has been employed in Chesterfield County for 22 years and teaching for a total of 24 years. He is currently teaching History at Central High School. Mr. Myers School Administrator wrote, “Mr. Myers is a vital part of Central High School. He serves in many different roles here as teacher, department head, academic coach, beta club advisor, and assistant athletic director to name a few. His leadership and experience are a great value to Central High School. We are very fortunate to have Mr. Myers on our staff”.
Brandie Rivers has been employed in Chesterfield County for 22 years and currently teaches Kindergarten at Cheraw Primary School. Ms. Rivers’ School Administrator wrote, “Brandie Rivers is an advocate for students and is constantly seeking new and creative techniques to help pupils obtain the necessary skills to be successful in school and life. She incorporates many innovative practices into her classroom. She is highly motivated individual with an innate gift to build positive relationships with students and parents. Brandie is a life-long learner and is constantly analyzing data to improve student achievement. Brandie has an insatiable appetite for her own professional growth. She is dedicated to our students and the teaching profession”.
“Chesterfield County School District is tremendously blessed to have Mrs. Helms, Mr. Myers, and Ms. Rivers in our district. They are role models not only for our students, but also for our employees.” - Dr. Chan Anderson, Superintendent
National Board’s Maintenance of Certification measures how a National Board-Certified Teacher has demonstrated that they are an accomplished teacher, they have continued to grow in their professional practice and have positively impacted student learning. Maintenance of Certification requires National Board-Certified Teachers to document their professional accomplishments every five years to keep their Board certification current and valid.