The announcement was made by Dr. Clark Ogilvie, superintendent, at Monday night's board of education meeting. Walters' principal, Dianna Bishline, introduced her building teacher of the year and told why she deserved the honor.

Walters began her teaching career at Ator in 2000 and is involved in many activities at the school, including yearbook advisor, "Can Wars" and the third-grade World Fair.

She and her husband, Richard, have two daughters, Rylie and Rinzey.