Marjorie Chapman, a cosmetology instructor at Boyd J. Michael, III Technical High School, has been selected as the 2025–2026 Washington County Teacher of the Year. The honor was announced during the annual awards ceremony held on April 16 at Fountain Head Country Club, hosted by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. As the top educator in the county, Chapman was recognized for her contributions to career and technical education.
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In recognition of her achievement, Chapman received $6,000 from Washington County Public Schools (WCPS) to enhance her classroom. Local sponsors also contributed to her award package—Hagerstown Honda and Kia presented her with the keys to a new Kia Sorento to use throughout her term, and Chick-fil-A of Hagerstown offered her free meals for a year. These rewards underscore the community’s support for local educators.
Chapman has served with WCPS for 12 years and holds National Board Certification. Her efforts to grow the Cosmetology program into the school’s first three-year offering have helped more students pursue professional licensing. She now joins other district winners from across Maryland in a professional development cohort, where she will be considered for the state-level Teacher of the Year title this fall.
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In addition to the top honor, five finalists were recognized during the event. Each received a $1,000 classroom support check and a Chick-fil-A gift basket. The finalists included Breanna Calkins of North Hagerstown High, Nicole Potter of Boyd J. Michael, III Technical High, Kimberly Rishell of Williamsport Elementary, and Jennifer Swam of Maugansville Elementary.
Article by multiple RFHC contributors, based upon information from Washington County Public Schools press release.
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