Apalachee High School’s media specialist, Todd Cates, has been announced as Barrow County School System’s 2024 Library Media Specialist of the Year. “Todd is a leader at the school and among his library media specialist peers. In his application, Todd stated, ‘My mission as the media specialist is to provide support to my teachers and students in their endeavors as learners.’ His efforts do not go unnoticed.” said Jennie Persinger, BCSS director of data, assessment and accountability.