For The Tribune
TRUSSVILLE — Hewitt-Trussville High School history teacher Josh Haynes was recently named the Kelly Ingram Post 668’s Teacher of the Year and the district teacher of the year.
Haynes was nominated for the Veterans of Foreign Wars Teacher of the Year.
Between the two awards won, Haynes earned a total of $125 and an award.
“I am so very proud to be honored by these brave veterans,” Haynes said.
Haynes will be recognized in Jasper on May 3 and in Birmingham on May 16. Senior vice commander Jack McNair will recognize Haynes at a ceremony in Trussville on a date to be determined.
Haynes earned his bachelor’s degree in history from Auburn University and his master’s in education from UAB. Haynes is also the Sophomore Board and Scholars Bowl sponsor.