Hopkins County Schools employees who completed the district’s Rising Leaders Academy in 2025-2026 were recognized during a special dinner held September 14 at Central Office. 

Rising Leaders Academy is a leadership development class focused on educating and preparing future leaders to be a successful school administrator. HCS offers this program as an opportunity for certified employees considering a career in administration. 

Honorees include Dr. Katilyn Bearden (not pictured), Kathryn Cartwright, Dr. Angela Coulson, Dr. Mandy Evans, Terra Lynch, Sara Palmer, Autumn Robards, Maggie Smith, Tamesha Stone, and Stephen Wood. Congratulations to all!