Celebrating 20 Years of Educator Impact
As we celebrate two decades of educator impact, we’re proud to spotlight another inspiring voice in our “20 Years, 20 Stories” series. Meet Courtney Holmes, a second-grade teacher and 2025 graduate of Teachers of Tomorrow. Courtney’s journey to teaching began later in life and blossomed from a love of working with children.
Meet Courtney Holmes
Teaches: 2nd Grade – All Subjects
State: Texas
Program Completed: 2025
A Late Start, A Lasting Impact
Courtney’s path to the classroom began when she became a mother and was offered a role as a preschool teacher. That opportunity uncovered her passion.
“Once I got into a classroom, I discovered my love for teaching and helping children realize their potential and identify their special gifts.”
She credits Teachers of Tomorrow for helping her reach her goal later in life:
“It helped me by preparing me for the standards and expectations of the state.”
Moments That Matter
Courtney recalls one sweet memory that solidified her sense of purpose:
“Completing my first year as a kindergarten teacher and successfully putting on the graduation ceremony. It was such a sweet event and the parents were so gracious. I cried!”
Driven by Compassion
Courtney is fueled by a desire to be a source of positivity and care for her students.
“I want to be the best teacher I can be for them. I want to be a voice of encouragement and positivity.”
Her goal is to be remembered as the teacher who truly loved and cared for her students.
Her advice?
“Finding a good classroom management system is so important. Having the kids help set expectations and referring back to that contract really helps. We are a family. We are a team.”
Thank You, Courtney
Thank you, Courtney, for showing that it’s never too late to follow your calling—and that love, care, and structure make a world of difference in every classroom.
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