Woodstock Elementary School recently recognized first-grade teacher Tiffany Bearden as its Employee of the Month for January. She was nominated by a parent, who expressed her appreciation for the education provided to her daughter by Ms. Bearden. My daughter had Mrs. Bearden as her first-grade teacher and til this day she still raves about her, the parent said in the nomination letter. Not because she gave chocolate and lollipops, but because she inspired her and left a lasting impact. She continues to speak about her and consistently revisits the learning strategies that Mrs. Bearden has taught her. I can honestly say that Mrs. Bearden has left an irreplaceable life-changing impact on my daughter, and I am so grateful. She is really a gem. Ms. Bearden was presented with a gift of appreciation by the school PTA.