Red Oak Elementary educator Janae’ Cohen named Henry Teacher of the Year

Henry County Schools has named Janae’ Cohen, an educator at Red Oak Elementary, the south metro district’s Teacher of the Year.

Cohen, who has been a teacher for nine years and has been with Henry County Schools for four, received cash and prizes, including funds for professional development conferences, totaling more than $8,000.

“Every day, I try to do my very best to give my kids the absolute best,” Cohen said in a statement. “In addition to it being an honor, it is a blessing to represent the students, teachers, and all Henry County Schools personnel. I am proud and humbled to have the opportunity to receive the district's top honor.”