Teacher Who Turns Dreams Into Reality | Macon News

Macon Georgia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 9, 2026 · 1m

Kristi Riley, a 21-year veteran teacher at Peach County High, just won the “My Teacher is Tops” award—blindsided but thrilled. She teaches business and tech, giving students Microsoft certifications before graduation, runs the school’s spirit shop with local partnerships, and mentors FBLA students to national gold medal wins. Nominated by one of her own, Fatima Lopez, Riley pushes students beyond comfort zones, helping them unlock leadership and achieve dreams regardless of background. Her impact stretches statewide and nationally, proving that great teachers don’t just teach—they transform…