Brookland-Cayce High School EDUCATOR HALL OF FAME
MS. BARBARA JORDAN PRICE Inducted 2009
Barbara Jordan Price was born on September 28, 1932, in Wrightsville, Georgia. She was the oldest of six children born to Thomas Edward and Lila Parker Jordan. Barbara was an exceptional student, and her list of accomplishments included valedictorian of her graduating class, senior class president, and cheerleader. In her early years, not only did Barbara guide and lead her younger siblings, but she also loved school and admired greatly the teachers who impacted her life. These experiences inspired Barbara to attend Georgia State College for Women, where she majored in English and Spanish, with plans to become a high school Spanish teacher. Barbara graduated from college in 1952, but not before meeting and marrying Charles Price. The couple would have three children (Angie, Donna, and Tressa), while Barbara's teaching career blossomed. This career began in Georgia where she taught seventh graders for 5 1/2 years. Eventually, Charles accepted a job with SCE&G, and the family moved to Cayce, South Carolina. Barbara first started in the Brookland-Cayce School District (now Lexington School District Two) as a substitute teacher. In 1968, Barbara was hired full time. She taught basic, medium, and college prep English, as well as journalism and creative writing. She also served as advisor for the BCHS newspaper and taught an AP English class. When the legendary Marguerite McCaskill retired, Barbara became Head of the English Department. In 1983, she was named Teacher of the Year. Throughout her career, Barbara inspired students and colleagues alike with her considerable skills and steady leadership. She possessed a good sense of humor, an unfailing sense of fairness, and a commanding yet gentle presence. Most importantly, she displayed a unique knack for working with students of all learning levels. Barbara embodied the spirit of teaching, as well as the spirit of professional camaraderie. Barbara retired in 1992 but has remained active within the BCHS community. She has become involved with the English as a Second Language program, taught Sunday School, and tutored elementary school students. Barbara was also a Board Member for the BCHS Foundation and currently serves on its Advisory Committee. In 2002, she was awarded the prestigious Hero and Heroine Award from Lexington School District Two. BCHS has been an integral part of Barbara Price's life since she first arrived in 1968. She continues to serve B-C and her community to this day.

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