James F. “Jim” Morgan, 2018 Honoree

As the founding Board Chair of Guilford Education Alliance (GEA), James F. “Jim” Morgan set the stage for increased support of quality public education, which in turn sets the stage for future economic growth in Guilford County. Jim believes that the future of our children and our state depends on preparing every child for success…

Mildred O. Poole, 2019 Honoree

If you are involved in Guilford County Schools (GCS) in any way, you probably know the name Mildred Poole. She has served in a leadership capacity in more than 11 local, state and national education-related organizations including the Guilford County PTA, the National PTA, Say Yes Guilford and Communities in Schools. But closest to her…

Jim Melvin Margaret Arbuckle Award Winner

E. S. “Jim” Melvin, 2013 Honoree

Jim Melvin grew up right here in Guilford County, attending Gillespie Elementary School on MLK Drive. Jim says playing street ball with the kids in his neighborhood prepared him for his high school football days. He graduated from Greensboro Senior High School—known now as Grimsley High School. In his role as President of the Joseph…

Christine Joyner Greene Margaret Arbuckle Award Winner

Christine Joyner Greene, 2015 Honoree

Christine “Chris” Greene has been a life-long educator, advocate and promoter of education in Guilford County, and her impact upon students, parents and the community at large has been immense. Education is her passion, and her name has been synonymous with excellence and commitment to quality education for Guilford County and our entire state of…