Tabetha Sikes Hebden was born and raised in Metter, Ga. She attended school in Metter where she graduated in 1999. After graduation she continued her education at East Georgia College (EGC). Mrs. Hebden graduated from EGC in 2002 with an Associates of Arts degree in education. She then attended Georgia Southern University (GSU). In 2005, Mrs. Hebden graduated from GSU with a Bachelors of Science degree in special education.

After graduating from GSU, Mrs. Hebden was hired by the Candler County BOE. She began at Metter High School teaching special education where she enjoys the challenge of teaching students at all ability levels.

In 2008, Mrs. Hebden earned a Masters degree in special education from Georgia Southern University.

Mrs. Hebden is married to Mr. Scott Hebden, who was a 1989 graduate of Kempsville High School in Virginia. They have two sons: Zachary and Dakota.