Alexander City Middle School teacher nominated for LifeChanger award

Alexander City Middle School P.E. teacher Thomas Leonard admires his office, which is decorated with newspaper pictures of former students who have left an impact on him.

Alexander City Middle School physical education teacher and cheerleading coach Thomas Leonard was recently nominated for a National LifeChanger of the Year award for 2019-20. 

The award is given to teachers “who are making a difference in the lives of students by exemplifying excellence, positive influence and leadership,” according to a press release. Seventeen nominated teachers will be chosen for the awards.