Laura Brooks

2019 Burroughs Wellcome Fund NC Northwest Region Teacher of the Year at Wilkes Central High School.

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

#Educators4Ahmaud #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE @Morristeach1

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

This Teacher Appreciation Week and Mother’s Day Weekend, let’s thank all the mothers and adults who are making sure children are continuing to learn and grow when we can’t physically be with our students. An special thanks to my own mom💕💕💕#nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

Our RTOY Team is proud to recognize Oliver Cruz from Lee County High School! He is a Questbridge Finalist & IB full diploma candidate who will be attending the University of Southern California. He is an extremely talented artist too. Congratulations! #nctoypoy

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

I had my first baby to the constant joy the triplets, Azariah, Zakiya, and Daylon Banks have brought me both in and out of math class, I know each of you has so much love to share with this world!

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

Seeing these beautiful faces makes me both smile and cry. The Class of 2020 has been an absolute joy to not only teach, but to get to know. They are amazing students who have done so much for WCHS and our community already. From Alexa Banegas visiting me in the hospital when...

[Wilkes Central HS @WilkesCentralHS]

Here is our first Senior Spotlight video! WCHS will be posting two videos a week honoring the class of 2020 with comments from teachers. You all are very missed! #WCHSseniors2020

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

Mrs.Hayes, my 3rd grade teacher who went out of her way to get to know me, connect with me, and cheer me on to my fullest potential. I can remember 1993 so well. Thank you Mrs. Hayes and all teachers. Your students won’t forget all you’re doing for them!#nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Wilkes County Schools @WilkesCoSchools]

Today marks our first full week of remote learning! Thank you to all our parents for working so hard to partner with our teachers and staff to ensure your child's learning continues to be successful!

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

#NCTOYPOY #EdfromtheEDGE

[PBS North Carolina @MyPBSNC]

Starting next week, UNC-TV will provide students in grades four through 12 with a robust schedule of educational programming. Check back tomorrow for full details and next steps!

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

@creddings_katie Love this and want to copy it!!!

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

“Teaching isn’t just the test scores and proficiency percentages. It’s about that strong bond formed between a teenager who is learning about life and an adult who is willing to guide them along the way.”-Colby Shell, @WilkesCentralHS Math 1 & 2 Teacher, #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

“The difficulties of politics, red tape and constant changes of this profession will never outweigh the feeling I have when I know that I have made a positive impact in the life of a student.” @JeckPeck2001WCU , WCHS AP Statistics Teacher #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

“The most rewarding and most demanding part of teaching are one in the same - it is my job to positively influence the lives of students on a daily basis.” -Kensley Allen, Wilkes Central High School Pre-Calculus Teacher #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

Thank you @Morristeach1 and @amays_bwfund for the opportunity to represent our students, classrooms, colleagues, and communities today with the candidates for N.C. Superintendent of Public Instruction #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

“First and foremost, keep working for the students because they are who we are called to serve.” @coachbrooks79 , Wilkes Central High School Chorus Director and Director of Legally Blonde the Musical, opening tonight at 7 #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

“Being an educator is by far one of the most fulfilling careers when driven by passion, ambition, and enrichment.” -@BandsOfElkin #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

Incredibly proud of @ms_maggiemurphy for completing district, regional, and state interviews in such an incredible way! She is a true advocate for the students and teachers of the Northwest Region! #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

From Math 1 to AP Calculus, malleable learning seating provided by the Stone Family’s Wilkes Wishing Well Grant is empowering my students to have mathematical mindsets! #nctoypoy #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

“I would like to say thank you to my students for being the best teachers I have ever had.” -Abby Rich, Math and Science Teacher at William Lenoir Middle School, Caldwell County #NCTOYPOY #EdfromtheEDGE

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

“I would tell my students to stay true to themselves, work hard, and don’t be afraid to fail as long as you gave 100%.” -@MegNeyens Physical Education Teacher doing funny news for her students at Mull Elementary in Burke County #EdfromtheEDGE #NCTOYPOY

[Laura Brooks @Larsbars14]

Schools get over $325,000 for ‘wishes’ | News | https://t.co/FeLTpnieyM WOW! We are so excited by our surprise visit and new malleable seating from the Stone Family! Thank you for your commitment to
⁦@WilkesCoSchools⁩ and ⁦@WilkesCentralHS⁩ https://t.co/ZzWhhyDvo1