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B.A. in English; Berry College M.Ed. in Library Media; Jacksonville State Ed.S. in Media & Instructional Technology; University of West Georgia Gifted Endorsement Advanced Placement Endorsement Cobb STEM Innovation Academy Certified Georgia STEM Endorsement 2024 CCS District Teacher of the Year 2024 Don Cargill STEM Scholar Award 2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year Finalist

Ms. Leigha Burnham

Welcome to the SMS Library Media Center! I'm beginning my 4th year as your school librarian and I couldn't be more excited! My passion is supporting teaching and learning through a vibrant, student-centered library media program.

I am the proud mom of 3 sons: Jace, a Gunner's Mate with the U.S. Navy Reserve; Cason, a concierge for the Winshape Retreat at Berry College, and Tate, a sophomore at The University of West Georgia. In my free time, I enjoy getting lost in McKay's, thrifting vintage, and spending time with my family.

I am honored to continue representing Chattooga County Schools as a Top Ten Finalist for the 2025 Georgia Teacher of the Year Program, as I serve on the State Superintendent's Teacher Advisory Council.