Dr. James Brooks

Millers Creek, NC | Years Taught: 1985 – Present

Jim has been described as a challenging teacher, but also fun and fair. Dr. Brooks believes learning should be about exploration and adventure, and so always looks for ways to encourage his students to become the teacher. He challenges his students to be the very best they can be, and leads his peers in trying new ways to teach.

Additional Recognition

  • 2010 • National Council of Teachers of English–High School Teacher of Excellence
  • 2009 • Outstanding North Carolina English Teacher
  • 2009 • National Board Certification
  • 2008 • NCTE Award for Media Literacy
  • 2007 • NEA Award for Teaching Excellence
  • 2005 • Wilkes Chamber of Commerce Education Hero Award
  • 2002 • All-USA TODAY Teachers Team
  • 1998 • National Board Certification
  • 1995 • West Wilkes High School Teacher of the Year
  • 1995 • Wilkes County Teacher of the Year
  • 1995 • Northwest North Carolina Teacher of the Year
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