Andrea Burrell Bobbs, a dedicated second-grade teacher at Sun Valley Elementary School, has been named the Elementary Teacher of the Year for 2024-2025 for Birmingham City Schools.
Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan, executive leadership, and school administrators informed Mrs. Bobbs of the award during a surprise presentation today.
Mrs. Bobbs has devoted 20 years to enriching the lives of children within Birmingham City Schools. Inspired by her grandmother, Mrs. Bobbs is passionate about advocating for students with mental health challenges and building strong relationships that inspire active learning. She focuses on creating real-world learning experiences to support the whole child. Her innovative approach, including the design and implementation of Take-Home Fluency Packs, has led to significant academic achievements, with 70% of second-grade students meeting their benchmark goals by the end of the school year.
As a leader and lifelong learner, Mrs. Bobbs has taken on numerous leadership roles, including serving on the Sun Valley Leadership Team, as Second Grade Lead Teacher, Mentor Teacher, Spelling Bee Coordinator, Professional Development Facilitator, and Field Trip Coordinator. Her educational journey began with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Stillman College, followed by a Master of Science in Elementary Education from the University of Montevallo and an Ed.S. degree in Teacher Leadership from the University of West Alabama.
Birmingham City Schools congratulates Mrs. Andrea Burrell Bobbs on this well-deserved recognition and wishes her the best of luck in the state competition.
