In Friday's Oct. 5 edition, we announced the finalists for Newton County Teacher of the Year. As far as we are concerned, Julie Thompson, Kimberly Malcom and Whitney Jackson are already winners. We are certain when you think of what these outstanding educators have accomplished in instructing our children over the years, that they have dedicated their lives to developing learning skills, molding minds and enriching their scholarly endeavors, you can think back to that one teacher or teachers who made a lasting impression in your own life.