LifeChanger of the Year Nominee Profile

Danielle Floyd

Position: Special Education Teacher
School: Landrum High School
School District: Spartanburg District 1
City, State: Campobello, SC

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Danielle Floyd was nominated anonymously.

"It isn't easy to describe Danielle Floyd's impact on students and staff at Landrum High. This year, she was honored as our Teacher of the Year. She later went on to be named District Teacher of the Year for Spartanburg District 1. These recognitions alone are an impressive nod to Mrs. Floyd's impact as a special education teacher at Landrum High School," said the nominator.

"Mrs. Floyd makes a tangible difference at Landrum High School. Mrs. Floyd works closely with all aspects of our special education population. As a Careers teacher, she works with students working toward employability. Through this class, she teaches students skills toward workforce employability. Mrs. Floyd continues to reinforce these skills through a student-run school store. Mrs. Floyd helps monitor students in this store as they make and sell milkshakes, snacks, and small, school-related items. Mrs. Floyd also assists in the support of the student-led recycling program. Mrs. Floyd works with other members of the special education department to organize, plan, and arrange the necessary supply shopping field trips to provide practice opportunities for the students. As a co-teacher, Mrs. Floyd pushes into our English department to work with students in English classes from 9th to 12th grade. Mrs. Floyd works closely with our English department to provide students with the specialized instruction required to access the general education curriculum and graduate with a high school diploma. Finally, Mrs. Floyd works with special education students in an Academic Enrichment class. Within this course, Mrs. Floyd works diligently to meet the goals of each student to help them close their academic gap and continue their progress toward graduation," said the nominator.

"What is more difficult to put into words are the intangible things Mrs. Floyd brings to the school and its community. Mrs. Floyd is an advocate for both students and staff. She can also be seen speaking with peers and students to help solve and empower them on their journey. Mrs. Floyd can approach and address areas of concern with the administration and work with the team to help solve situations that arise. Mrs. Floyd has a strength in relationship building. She can often be found working with students individually to coach them through difficult situations such as struggling grades, peer conflict, and steps after graduation. The relationships that Mrs. Floyd has nurtured provide her with the opportunity to help students grow in ways beyond simply academics. Mrs. Floyd's holistic approach to students empowers them in ways that will never show on report cards or SAT scores but have a much larger and long-lasting impact," said the nominator.

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Comments (2)

Breonna Fleming Posted over a year ago

Mrs. Floyd is an exceptional individual, and I am proud to say that I was one of her first students. Her dedication and effort in everything she does is truly commendable. She went above and beyond the role of a teacher for me; she was a saving grace. Through sharing the story of her father, she showed me strength and inspired me to believe that I could create a successful life for myself and my family. By simply being herself and genuinely caring about me, she gave me hope in my own abilities. As a lost soul swimming in a fish bowl (a nod to Pink Floyd), her kind, encouraging, and thoughtful talks helped me find the strength within myself. Ever since then, I have looked up to her with admiration. Through our one-on-one conversations, she helped me spread my wings and never once made me feel small or incapable. Instead, she instilled in me the belief that the sky's the only limit, and with hard work and faith in myself, I could achieve any success I set my mind to. As a teacher, Mrs. Floyd not only helped me but also every troubled student who misbehaved, struggled academically, had a bad day, or simply needed uplifting. She always went out of her way to be their shoulder to cry on, someone to lean on, and someone to learn from. The students she taught came from diverse backgrounds. I witnessed your determination to understand that not everyone's home is a place of safety. It inspired you to become the safe sanctuary those young minds yearned for. Although you may feel limited within those walls, your dedication to helping them discover their own inner light is unwavering. By providing them with that newfound light, they will be better equipped to navigate the challenges they face at home each day. The impact that Danielle Floyd has is absolutely incredible! I have personally seen how she positively affects the lives of everyone she encounters, bringing them comfort and leaving them with a smile. Her students may have come to her in tears, but they left her classroom equipped with valuable life skills for their future beyond high school. She consistently steers them in the right direction and lights up the path they are about to embark on.

Brook ravan Posted over a year ago

Miss Floyd has been a god send in my life she has help me all 4 years in high school and is still I’m my lift today she is such a good person and does the best for her kids as she said in school she’s makes sure that everyone has what they need. And gos above and beyond for everyone I love her and want to congratulate her on this nomination I can’t think of anyone more deserving than she is