Support Person of the Year
Ms. Shayla Pryer
Shayla Pryer is a proud Florida native who relocated to Georgia in 2018 and has been dedicated to serving students and families within Atlanta Public Schools since 2021. In 2023, she was promoted to the role of Master Teacher Leader at Jean Childs Young Middle School, where her commitment to student achievement, instructional excellence, and schoolwide support has allowed her to serve in a variety of leadership capacities.
Throughout her time at Jean Childs Young Middle School, Shayla has supported the school community through roles including Title I Family Engagement, MTSS/504, and Campus-Based Lead Mentor, providing guidance and support to students, families, teachers, and staff. She is passionate about education because she believes the heart of the work will always be the children. Their growth, success, and future continue to inspire her dedication to serving her school community.
Shayla is deeply honored and grateful to be recognized as Jean Childs Young Middle School’s Support Person of the Year. She considers this recognition a reflection of her commitment to serving others, supporting students and educators, and contributing to a school culture where every child has the opportunity to thrive. For Shayla, education is more than a profession it is an opportunity to positively impact the lives of children every day.