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Meet the HCS High School Teacher of the Year, Tanisha Davis

In this episode of HCS Talks, Superintendent Dr. Raymond Haynes welcomes Tanisha Davis, Hampton City Schools’ 2026–27 High School Teacher of the Year. The Kecoughtan High School English teacher talks about returning to the division where her career began and guiding students toward adulthood. From everyday conversations to lessons in self-expression, Davis explains how she helps students build confidence, communicate effectively, and learn from setbacks. She also shares how a former student’s letter reaffirmed her purpose and offers advice for new teachers finding their way in the classroom.

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