Joyce Ann Lewis (formerly Herbin) is a retired educator with 38 years of experience in the field of education. She has taught grades k, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, high school Biology and Earth Science. She served as a Magnet School Curriculum Planner, Staff Development Specialist, and Instructional Facilitator for the Danville Public Schools. Her accolades include being named Teacher of the Year for the Danville Public School, International Technology Education Teacher of the Year, Virginia Elementary Technology Teacher of the Year, Honoree of the Day, Woman of the Day, and Citizen of the Week. She spearheaded committees with writing curriculum materials and assessments in English and Social Sciences for her school division. She has a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia. Her unique talent and passion for helping children and supporting teachers still “burn” in her heart.