By Emily Cates
Irmo Elementary School is proud to announce Hannah Pate as our Teacher of the Year and Angela Chambers as our Support Employee of the Year for 2025. Hannah Pate is our Art Teacher, and Angela Chambers is our 4K Excel Instructional Assistant. Each year, the staff of Irmo Elementary School votes to nominate the Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year. We are blessed to have the best in the IES Hive. We are the #HeartoftheHive and, always, #BetterTogether.
We interviewed a few students and colleagues who shared their love and appreciation for Mrs. Pate:
Vivi (1st grade) said, “Mrs. Pate is the best because she teaches us how to do art.”
Lilah & Ellis (3rd grade) said, “Mrs. Pate has really fun activities, and she is really, really nice. If
we need help, she helps us. She is really caring.”
Dallas (4th grade) said, “Mrs. Pate teaches us art. She helps us make things, and when we create something, it is always good because she gives us step-by-step directions.”
Ms. Donoghue said, “Mrs. Pate is inspiring to both students and colleagues.”
Mrs. Turner said, “Mrs. Pate is very passionate about art and loves children. She creates an environment where students can explore and take risks within their art creations. She instills a love for art in all students, regardless of their ability.”
We also interviewed a few students and colleagues who shared their love and appreciation for Mrs. Chambers:
June (4K) said, “She helps me learn new things.”
Sullivan (4K) said, “She is pretty and nice.”
Lincoln (4K) said, “She makes things with me.”
Ms. McVey said, “Mrs. Chambers is amazing! She really cares about her students. Mrs. Chambers always has a positive attitude, no matter what task she is given. I am grateful for her kindness and big heart.”
Mrs. Oliveira said, “Mrs. Chambers has such strength in building genuine relationships with students and teachers alike. She is amazing at knowing what I need and what our students need, and she is always looking for ways to support and serve others!”
