Fauquier County Public Schools (FCPS1) is proud recognize 18 outstanding educators selected as their school's 2026 Teachers of the Year. These educators were selected by their individual schools for going above and beyond in their classrooms, for their dedication to students, and for their impact on their community.

High schools

• Fauquier High School: Sandra Shipe, vocational health/medical science
• Kettle Run High School: Joe Golimowski, English
• Liberty High School: Alicia Schrank, special education

Middle schools

• Auburn Middle School: Sha'Von Sutton, special education
• Cedar Lee Middle School: Joan Bryant, reading specialist
• Marshall Middle School: Rebecca Ream, special education
• Taylor Middle School: Ron Watkins, health and physical education

Elementary schools

• Bradley Elementary: Robyn Hayzlett, early childhood special education
• Brumfield Elementary: Amanda Carter, kindergarten
• Coleman Elementary: Nichole Chamberlain, kindergarten
• Greenville Elementary: Wendy Schultz, first grade
• Miller Elementary: Kelly Innocenzi, fifth grade
• Pearson Elementary: Catherine Jenkins, special education
• Pierce Elementary: Meghan Ryan, second grade
• Ritchie Elementary: Michelle Breslin, third grade
• Smith Elementary: Kelly Roach, fifth grade
• Thompson Elementary: Shelley Kane, kindergarten
• Walter Elementary: Tione Rivera, English as a second language

“These teachers represent the very best of Fauquier County Public Schools,” said Deputy Superintendent Dr. Meaghan Brill. “We are proud to celebrate their accomplishments and the difference they make in students’ lives.”

These educators were chosen for teaching excellence, dedication to students, and their ability to inspire learning in and outside the classroom. FCPS1 will announce the divisionwide Teacher of the Year during April’s School Board meeting.