Sarah Wallace

Sarah Wallace, an esteemed educator with over 14 years of experience spanning preschool to fifth grade, serves as a 5th-grade social studies teacher at Robert B. Turner Elementary in Lawrenceburg, Kentucky. Deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment, Wallace instills in her students a profound sense of pride and values with their identity as Anderson County residents, proud Kentuckians, and American citizens. Wallace's educational journey commenced with a bachelor's degree in Family Sciences from the University of Kentucky. Subsequently, she fortified her commitment by acquiring an elementary education certification through an adult learning program at Asbury University, complemented by a master's degree in teacher leadership from the same institution. Wallace is currently pursuing a doctorate in educational leadership at the University of the Cumberlands. As an educational leader, she is motivated to share her expertise, inspiring and empowering students and colleagues to attain their full potential. At the heart of Wallace's teaching philosophy lies a commitment to student-centered instruction, differentiated learning, and seamless technology integration to instill a lifelong passion for learning. Intentional in her approach, she creates a dynamic and inclusive classroom where students share her enthusiasm for learning. Recognized as a finalist for the 2025 Kentucky Elementary Teacher of the Year, a top 3 elementary teacher in the state, and a teacher ambassador for the GoTeachKY initiative for the Kentucky Department of Education, Wallace is not just an educator; she is a wife, a mother of two sons, a devoted Christian, and aspires to leave an enduring legacy in what she deems the greatest calling on the planeteducation.