The Alamance-Burlington School System is proud to announce that Windy Lampson, visual arts teacher at Southeast Alamance High School, has been named the 2025 District Teacher of the Year. The announcement was made during the annual Excellence in Education Teacher of the Year celebration, hosted by the Alamance Chamber on Tuesday, May 6 at First Presbyterian Church in Burlington.
Now in her 18th year as an educator and 16th with the Alamance-Burlington School System, Lampson is in her second year teaching at Southeast Alamance High School. She inspires students daily through her instruction in visual arts, ranging from Beginning to Advanced Placement courses, as well as in various levels of Pottery. A National Board Certified Teacher and previous Teacher of the Year finalist, Lampson is recognized by peers and students for her creativity, leadership, and commitment to student growth through the arts.
The Excellence in Education event, held in conjunction with National Teacher Appreciation Day, honored 42 outstanding educators from across Alamance County. Nominees represented all 38 Alamance-Burlington schools, Alamance Community College, and local independent schools. The event began with a reception followed by a celebration of each honoree and the announcement of the district’s top teacher, who will now advance to compete for the North Carolina Teacher of the Year title at the regional level.
Superintendent Dr. Aaron Fleming applauded Lampson's dedication, stating, "Windy Lampson is a remarkable educator who brings learning to life through the arts. Her impact extends beyond the classroom, she helps students find their voice, build confidence, and see the world through a creative lens. We’re proud to honor her as our 2025 Teacher of the Year and know she will represent our district with excellence at the regional level."
Reagan C. Gural, President of the Alamance Chamber, added, "Each year, this event reminds us of the incredible talent and heart our educators bring to their work. Windy Lampson exemplifies what it means to be a teacher-leader, someone who uplifts students, colleagues, and our entire community through her commitment to education and the arts."
The Alamance Chamber’s Teacher of the Year program is made possible through generous support from community partners, including the Alamance Community Foundation, American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Elon University, Glen Raven, Inc., Impact Alamance, Labcorp, and Samet Corporation.
The Alamance-Burlington School System is proud to celebrate the continued excellence of its educators. In recent years, the district has produced five regional Teachers of the Year and two North Carolina Teachers of the Year, further highlighting the strength and dedication of its teaching staff.
