Montgomery Band Director Named Amazing Teacher of Month
The local educator, who serves Brewbaker Middle School, receives recognition for 13 years of service to area students.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Secondary Education
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Band director Tavaris Marlow, who teaches at Brewbaker Middle School, has been named the Montgomery Advertiser Amazing Teacher for October 2026. The award recognizes local educators for their dedication to students and their academic futures.
Why it matters
Recognizing local educators highlights the impact of long-term teaching commitments on middle school development. These honors provide a platform to celebrate the professional contributions teachers make to local family life and student growth.
Tavaris Marlow marks 13 years in the education field, currently supporting students in grades 6-8 at Brewbaker Middle School. The award, presented by Bryan Jewelry, is part of a program that highlights local teachers monthly.
The players
Tavaris Marlow
An experienced educator with a 13-year career who serves as a band director at Brewbaker Middle School and JAG High School.
Bryan Jewelry
A local business that sponsors the Amazing Teacher program to recognize educators in the community.
Jazmine Harris
The individual who nominated the award recipient for his dedication to his students.
The details
Tavaris Marlow balances his responsibilities as a band director at Brewbaker Middle School with his role as an assistant band director at JAG High School. He leads rehearsals and musical performances for students at various skill levels, ranging from beginning to advanced instruction. His background includes previous teaching experience at Georgia Washington Middle School, Walter T. McKee Middle School, and Huntingdon College.
Timeline
October 2026: Tavaris Marlow was named the Amazing Teacher of the month.
The Home Front
Local awards like the Amazing Teacher program are part of a broader trend of community-led recognition for educators in secondary education. These programs help bridge the gap between school-day successes and community appreciation for long-term teaching investments.
Families interested in highlighting local teachers can learn more about the nomination process for upcoming monthly awards. Check the official portal to see if your student's teacher qualifies for the next round of recognition.
The takeaway
Recognizing dedicated educators strengthens the bond between local schools and the families they serve. Keep an eye on local education award cycles to participate in acknowledging teachers who make a difference in your student's academic journey.
Further reading
For more news on local school happenings, visit Secondary Education.
More information
To nominate an educator or learn more about the program, visit the Amazing Teacher award nomination portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Montgomery Advertiser.
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