Birmingham City Schools proudly announces that Aubrey Bennett, a distinguished educator at George Washington Carver High School, has been selected as a finalist for the 2025-2026 Alabama Teacher of the Year award. This recognition places Bennett among the top educators statewide, highlighting his exceptional dedication to student achievement and community engagement.
With 17 years of experience in education, Bennett has spent the past 11 years at Carver High School, where he teaches 12th-grade U.S. Government, Economics, and Advanced Placement African-American History. Beyond the classroom, Bennett serves as sponsor of the Student Government Association and acts as the school's Attendance Liaison.
His efforts have led to a significant decrease in chronic absenteeism through the implementation of monthly events designed to boost student engagement. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Bennett was named Birmingham City Schools' Secondary Teacher of the Year for the 2024-2025 academic year.
“We are thrilled to have Mr. Bennett in Birmingham City Schools. He is a dedicated and compassionate educator who always puts his students first,” said Mark Sullivan, Superintendent.
The Alabama Teacher of the Year program, administered by the Alabama Department of Education, celebrates educators who demonstrate excellence in teaching and make significant impacts on their students and communities. As a state finalist, Mr. Bennett is now in contention for the title of Alabama Teacher of the Year, with the winner advancing as the state's candidate for National Teacher of the Year. The state winner will be announced on May 7 during a ceremony in Montgomery.
