Kandy G. Smith, Physical Education teacher at John Jones Elementary School, Rainbow City, AL since 1977, recently received Jacksonville State University�s Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPER) Department�s 2007-2008 Female Outstanding Alumna Award. She received her B.S. Degree in Physical Education from JSU in 1972.

For the past 35 years, Kandy has been an exceptional professional in the field of physical education. Her many accomplishments include: Top money Raiser in Etowah County as Coordinator of Jump Rope for Heart, 2007 Certified Star Sportsmanship Program Instructor, County Coordinator for Elementary Track Meets for Etowah County PE Teachers, Chairperson for John Jones Elementary Text Book and Fixed Assets programs, and Cheer Coach at Glencoe High School for 20 years where her squad won State runner-ups twice in the Nation/WCA Nationals.

In addition, Kandy has hosted numerous Practice teachers and Practicum students from JSU as well as conducted many Etowah County PE teacher workshops. She serves as a member of the Board of Directors Alabama Cheer Coaches Association and Alabama State Association for Health, PE, Recreation, and Dance.

Kandy states her objective after many years of teaching PE is: "My class is the best class everyday for each student!"