Welcome to Faculty and Academic Staff Recognitions!

Hollywood Hills High School teachers regularly receive awards for their accomplishments and contributions to our school and to a variety of educational fields.  Moreover, our teachers have received recognitions by peers from some of the most prestigious educational organizations from around the country and the world. 

The primary purpose of this web page is to honor and recognize our exceptional teachers.  Our Teacher of the Year Program and this web page serve as tools to recognize these locally and nationally recognized educator-leaders as they encourage, mentor, and assist in shaping the future of their students, school, community, and peers everywhere.  We also continue to be appreciative of the ongoing support of the Broward County School District, the City of Hollywood (FL), our local and state business community, and the generous local, state and national sponsors and foundations who make these prestigious recognitions possible.  

We’ve all had a great teacher. They show a real interest in who we are, listen to our thoughts, inspire us to learn and encourage us to achieve our best, no matter what our goals are.  The influence of a good teacher lasts a lifetime.  We want to raise the profile of the teaching profession, highlight the positive impact teachers and school leaders have in our society – with pupils, parents and the wider community, and show teachers how much they are valued. We highlight these exceptional educators here:

2020-2021 Teacher of the Year

Dr. Ogden

Dr. Sherron Ogden has been selected by her peers to represent Hollywood Hills High School as Teacher of the Year for the 2020-2021 school year! The entire Spartan Family enthusiastically nominated and voted for Dr. Ogden, as she embodies the qualities essential in a Master Educator. Dr. Ogden is the current Social Studies Department Chair and teaches Advanced Placement and Honors level History courses.  

Each day for Dr. Ogden is an opportunity to expand upon the knowledge of students, and she takes tremendous pride in her efforts spent preparing activities and lessons. Dr. Ogden believes in providing students relevant and specific feedback and has firm expectations for all students. “There is a process for everything,” Dr. Ogden says, and within her classroom, whether physical or digital, she prepares students for the future by establishing and holding students to a high standard.   

Just as Dr. Ogden gives 100% to her students, she also does so for her co-workers. Having served as Literacy Coach and Department Chair, Dr. Ogden has also volunteered to be part of the school’s e-Learning Leadership Team. Thanks to her efforts, the staff at Hollywood Hills was prepared for distance learning when schools reopened on August 19^th! Her dedication to the Spartan Family truly impacts students, staff and the larger community. Whether spearheading a Voter Registration Campaign or engaging in summer Advanced Placement training, Dr. Ogden is always striving for excellence and progress in all that she does.  

Dr. Ogden believes in the promise of education, and as the parent of Broward County public school students, remains fiercely committed to helping her students pave the road to success. “It’s not about where you come from or what you look like, and it’s not about where you start the race. It’s where you end up,” Dr. Ogden says. “Kids need to have structure and be given opportunities to exceed their own expectations.”  

It is an honor to congratulate Dr. Sherron Ogden as our next Teacher of the Year! This recognition is well-deserved, and well-earned! Thank you, Dr. Ogden, for the efforts you put forth each day to serve, guide and support our Spartans! YOU are amazing!  

Hollywood Teachers Archive National Board Certification 

Congratulations to the following Hollywood Hills High School teachers who have earned National Board Certification and have joined the ranks of the nation's most accomplished teachers.  National Board Certification is an advanced teaching credential achieved upon successful completion of a voluntary assessment program designed to recognize effective and accomplished teachers who meet the highest standards based on what teachers should know and be able to do.  National Board Certification is part of the growing education reform movement that is advancing student learning, improving teaching, and making schools better.  Teachers who achieve National Board Certification have met high standards through study, expert evaluation, self-assessment and peer review.  

• Kevin Goosen
• Iris Payan
• Nelly Duplessis

We congratulate our National Board Certified Teachers for their achievement and for taking their careers to the next level.  We also thank them for helping our students develop the necessary skills to thrive at Hollywood Hills High School...in the workplace, and in the 21st century global economy.