Ambassador
"This program will enhance my ability to create a more inclusive and globally aware curriculum for my students. I am eager to learn about how different regions approach education, and gain insights into addressing our common challenges."
Dr. Samantha M. Fields currently serves as the Lead Art Teacher for the Dougherty County School System, and shares her expertise with aspiring young artists at Dougherty Comprehensive High School. Her exceptional talents and dedication to her students have earned her accolades including being honored as a seven-time Kiwanis Club Teacher of Distinction, and the title of DCHS Star Teacher in 2019 and 2024. She has been named the 2024 Teacher of the Year at DCHS, and a top five finalist for the Dougherty County School System Teacher of the Year. For 12 years, Dr. Fields served as the Fine Arts Department Chair at Dougherty High School, guiding and inspiring fellow educators to foster creativity and innovation in their classrooms. Her passion for the arts and nurturing artistic expression extends beyond the school walls. She actively participates in various committees such as the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce Talent Education and Leadership Committee, and the Georgia Department of Education District Arts Coordinators Council. One of Dr. Fields’ ultimate aspirations is to create a profound impact on her community by ensuring that every adult and child in the area has accessible and enriching experiences in the fine arts arena.
