Group photo of all nominees with Dr. Lockhart

What a night to remember at the CATS Award Reception!

Congratulations to our Top 3 finalists: Tereatha Copeland, Yeasha Williams, and District Winner Carrie Kelley! 🏆 The CATS Award—Continuous Acts of Kindness Through Teamwork and Service—celebrates those who go above and beyond with heart and dedication.

Each nominee received hundreds in local prizes—from gifts to gift cards—thanks to the incredible generosity of our community sponsors. In addition, nominees were recognized with bonuses from Valdosta City Schools in appreciation of their outstanding service. 💛#The3VWay

A special thank you to the VHS Floral Design Classes for creating the beautiful centerpieces and arrangements, which nominees were able to take home as a memory of the evening. 🌸

Surrounded by proud family, friends, and coworkers, the energy in the room was full of pride and support.

Let’s give one final round of applause to our outstanding 2024–2025 CATS Nominees:

🏆VCS District Winner: Carrie Kelley - S.L. Mason Elementary

  • Yeasha Williams - Central Office

  • Darius Barkley - Horizon Academy

  • Leslie Hough - J.L. Lomax Elementary

  • Ramona Barkley - J.L. Newbern Middle

  • Star Bradley - Pinevale Elementary

  • Erica Moody - Sallas Mahone Elementary

  • Dale Roe - Transportation

  • Karen Martin - Valdosta Early College Academy

  • Imogene Hezekiah - Valdosta High School

  • Tereatha Copeland - Valdosta Middle School

  • Stacy Allen - W.G. Nunn Elementary