Padgett S. Gilbert is married to Lane Gilbert. Mrs. Gilbert attended Centre Elementary School, Centre Middle School, and was a 2001 honor graduate of Cherokee County High School. While in school, she was Senior Class Favorite, the 2000 Miss Cherokee County High, nominated for Who's Who Among American High School Students for four years, was a member of the Math Club and Math Team, Member of the Beta Club all four years, was in the top ten of her class for all four years, and was a Cheerleader for all four years. She received an academic scholarship to Gadsden State Community College. She later transferred to Jacksonville State University where she was a member of the Math Club and the Kappa Delta Epsilon Honor Society. Mrs. Gilbert earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics Education 6-12. Currently Mrs. Gilbert is a member of the NEA, AEA, NCTM, and the MAA. At Cedar Bluff School, Mrs. Gilbert is theVaristy Cheerleading Coach and sponsor of Academic Excellence and the Senior Beta Clubs.  Mrs. Gilbert teaches Algebra I, Algebra II, and Pre-Calculus.

Philosophy of Education:
I believe that every student can learn if they are given the opportunity to succeed. Education is what shapes the minds of the future generation. The teachers, parents, and community have to work together to give the students a good, firm foundation. WE need to prepare the students in every area possible.

Nicole Ivey is living in Cedar Bluff and has one child, Derreck. Mrs. Burgess graduated from Sparkman High School, Madison County School in 2000. She then attended the University of North Alabama on both academic and athletic scholarships. While attending school at UNA she played softball and obtained a BSED in math Secondary Education and a MA in Math Secondary Education. While in college she was on the President's Academic Honor Role, National Achievement Academic Honor Roll, and involved with with both MU Alpha Theta and the Secondary Education Association. She taught and coached (volleyball, basketball, and softball) at Pelham High School when she graduated and then continued her teaching and coaching career at Spain Park High School in Hoover, Alabama. While teaching at Spain Park she went to the University of Montevallo and obtained her MA in Education Administration. Currently at Cedar Bluff Mrs. Burgess is teaching Algebra, Geometry, and Computer Applications. She is also the JV Cheerleading sponsor and the softball coach.

Philosophy of Education:
All students or capable of learning if they are given an opportunity. Students do not all learn the same way, so educators must find ways to reach out to all students in order for them to succeed. Education is not just about teaching the academic objectives, but also about helping the students develop an attitude and behaviors that will help them to succeed in all areas of life. Not all children are the same mentally, emotionally, academically, and physically. Therefore, to be effective, educators must recognize these differences and help students to develop in all areas so they can set and achieve positive goals in their lives.

When not at Alabama football games (supporting the Crimson Tide is her and her husband David's favorite hobby), Belinda Tillery is involved in her teaching, because, as she said, "I care about the future of our young people." Mrs. Tillery attended elementary and high school at Crossville, graduating valedictorian in 1991. Mrs. Tillery attended Snead State Community College for two years, receiving an Associate Degree in 1993. Afterward, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Jacksonville State in 1995, as well as a MS in one year from the University of Alabama in 1998. While in college she received the honor as Most Outstanding Mathematics Education Student and also the Nominee for Most Outstanding Student.

Philosophy of Education:
"Education is a significant part of each person's life. Consequently, my role as a pedagogue is important in the lives of my students. As an educator, I am committed to students and their learning. I love learning and enjoy instilling this love of learning into the lives of my students. The school setting must be a comfortable atmosphere in which all students can learn to be successful. All students must master a standard set of objectives as well as develop their own special gifts, talents, and abilities. As a teacher, the success of my students also depends on my knowledge base and my ability to convey this information to my students. All student are educable, and they learn in different ways and at different paces. Consequently, my teaching strategies vary with each pupil. I continuously search for new and improved ways to convey my knowledge and skills to students. In addition, as an educational guide, I manage and monitor student learning. I teach my students about survival skills and encourage them to possess the lifelong love of learning. Students must meet specific learning objectives in order to be successful. Hence, I am sensitive to students' Individual Education Plans and am a strong advocate of "No Child Left Behind." As a pedagogical reflector, I think systematically about my teaching and learn from experience. I constantly ask myself questions. "What can I do to improve my teaching?" "What fun activities would increase learning?" I strive to model hard work and integrity. Furthermore, as an educational professional, I believe student success relies on my being a member of several learning communities. I welcome the knowledge, skills, and resources of others who are inside and outside the school setting. Student success is inevitable when faculty, staff, parents, pupils, and others in the community are working together to promote students' social, emotional, and physical lives. In sum, by playing a significant role in the education of my pupils, I can teach students how to plant seeds of success in their gardens. Through a positive educational experience, students can grow up to be productive citizens in our society."