Celebrating Excellence: BISD Announces 2026–27 Teachers of the Year

Beaumont ISD has announced its 2026–27 Teachers of the Year, recognizing 26 exceptional educators whose passion, dedication and commitment to students bring the magic of teaching to life across the district.

“These teachers represent the very best of Beaumont ISD,” said BISD Superintendent Dr. Shannon Allen. “Through their knowledge, compassion and inspiration, they transform classrooms into places where students feel supported, challenged and empowered to succeed.”

The 2026–27 Teachers of the Year honorees are:

• Michelle McInnis, Amelia Elementary School
   
• Monroe Pierre, Beaumont United High School
   
• A’Riona Rawlins, Bingman Head Start
   
• Shaylyn Young, Blanchette Elementary School
   
• Amanda Magdaleno, Caldwood Elementary School
   
• Keisha Kirkwood, Career & Technical Education Center
   
• Donald Redmon, Charlton-Pollard Elementary School
   
• Casey Bonsall, Curtis Elementary School
   
• Sharon Carrington, Dishman Elementary School
   
• Pamela Chavis, Fehl-Price Elementary School
   
• Baylee Davis, Fletcher Elementary School
   
• Claydra Woodside, Guess Elementary School
   
• Elizabeth Buxton, Homer-Drive Elementary School
   
• Ursula Thomas, Jones-Clark Elementary School
   
• Jodi Broussard, King Collegiate Academy
   
• April Rose, Marshall Middle School
   
• Tashia Brannon, Martin Elementary School
   
• Mandy Bernard, Odom Academy Middle School
   
• Lauren Simmons, Pathways Alternative Learning Center
   
• Helen Tegbe, Paul Brown Learning Center
   
• Genia Miles, Pietzsch-MacArthur (PreK–5)
   
• Lorita Chambers, Pietzsch-MacArthur (6–8)
   
• Dephane Wilson, Regina-Howell Elementary School
   
• Matthew Bean, Smith Middle School
   
• Jessica Chambers, Vincent Middle School
   
• Jason Yarbrough, West Brook High School
   

The educators will be honored during the Annual Beaumont ISD Celebration of Excellence Gala on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the Beaumont Civic Center. The formal event begins at 6 p.m. and will culminate with the announcement of the 2026–27 BISD Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year.

Tickets for the gala will go on sale Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, and will be available online only. Sponsorships are available now at www.bmtisd.com/sponsorships. 

The two district winners will represent Beaumont ISD at the regional level, with the opportunity to advance to the State of Texas Teacher of the Year competition. The program is facilitated by the Texas Association of School Administrators, which recognizes Texas Teacher of the Year as the highest honor the state can bestow upon an educator.