Ashley Johnson - 2026 Educator of the Year

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Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. In this episode of Inside the Star , Superintendent Tim Zieroff sits down with Whiteford Elementary intervention specialist Ashley Johnson, Sylvania Schools' 2026 Educator of the Year. A Sylvania Schools alumnus herself, Johnson shares her journey in education and discusses her passion for helping every student feel included and confident. She also gives an inside look at the daily role of an intervention specialist, reflecting on the small victories, the value of compassion and patience, and the profound impact of supporting students throughout their elementary years.