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Spotlight on Ms. Philips: Inspiring Students Through Literature and Service

by Ashley Morgan

On the first day of school, I noticed that Morrow High School welcomed several new teachers. I had the opportunity to interview one of them, Ms. Philips, to learn more about her journey and goals for our school.

I asked Ms. Philips, “What made you go into the field of education?” She responded:

"I went into the field of education to assist in an area that was lacking qualified teachers. My initial goal was to teach African American History, but my journey began in Elementary Education. Over the years, I have moved my way up to teaching at the high school level. This path has allowed me to work with students at every stage of learning, and I feel grateful for the opportunity to guide and support them as they grow. My passion for history and cultural education continues to shape my teaching, and I look forward to sharing that passion with our students here at Morrow High School."

Next, I asked, “What do you hope to contribute to Morrow High School?” She shared:

"I would like to bring a Holiday Giving Tree to assist families in need and involve the school in the yearly United Way Shoebox Project. I would also love to start the Sole Steppers walking club here at Morrow High School."

From my first impression, I believe Ms. Philips will be a wonderful addition to our school. Her dedication, passion, and creative ideas show that Clayton County Public Schools are lucky to have teachers like her.

Spotlight!

A Conversation with Morrow High’s New Teacher

by Patrick Tyson

This school year, Morrow High School welcomes a new face to its teaching staff. In a recent interview, our newest teacher, Ms. Bray shared what inspired her to enter the profession and what she hopes to bring to the classroom.

Teaching runs in her family. With a mother who taught for 32 years and several other relatives in education, she was introduced to the profession early on and grew to admire it. Inspired by their dedication, she decided to pursue teaching as a career of her own.

Her primary focus is literature, but her interests extend beyond English. “I have a passion for literature,” she explained, “but I also love history, film, and photography. I would love to teach those subjects too.”

Coming to Morrow High is something she describes as “an incredibly exciting prospect.” She views high school as a pivotal stage in students’ lives, where teachers play a vital role in shaping both knowledge and character. Her goal is to create “a dynamic and engaging environment” where students can grow not only academically, but personally as well.

With a deep love for the humanities and a commitment to student success, our new teacher brings enthusiasm, creativity, and fresh energy to the Morrow High community.