In a heartwarming acknowledgment of her unwavering dedication and exceptional contributions to education, Gautier Middle School's beloved band director Louise Smith, has been named the 2024 Mississippi Teacher of the Year by the Mississippi Department of Education....
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Detroit Educator Candice Jackson Crowned 2024 Michigan Teacher of the Year
Candice Jackson, a devoted educator with over two decades of experience, has been bestowed with the prestigious title of 2024 Michigan Teacher of the Year (MTOY). Her remarkable achievement not only reflects her dedication to her profession but also shines a spotlight...
2024 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year De’Shawn Washington Becomes First Black Male to Win Award
In the heart of Lexington, Massachusetts, at Maria Hastings Elementary School, De'Shawn Washington stands as a beacon of excellence in education. Recently crowned the 2024 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year, Washington's journey from the corporate world to the...
Tennessee ESL Educator Missy Testerman is the 2024 National Teacher of the Year
By Michael Manyibe Missy Testerman, an English-as-a-second-language (ESL) program director at Rogersville City School in Tennessee, has Missy been named the 2024 National Teacher of the Year by the Council of Chief State School Officers. Testerman's commitment to...
Beth Barkley Named 2024 D.C. Teacher of the Year for “Amplifying Immigrant Students’ Voices”
By Michael Manyibe Beth Barkley, a devoted educator at the Cardozo Education Campus, has been bestowed with the esteemed title of the 2024 District of Columbia (D.C.) Teacher of the Year. Specializing in teaching 9th and 10th grade English to newcomers in the...
Middletown High’s Engineering Educator Cory Hafer is 2024 Delaware Teacher of the Year
Cory Hafer, an engineering and science educator at Middletown High School within the Appoquinimink School District, has been bestowed with the prestigious title of 2024 Delaware Teacher of the Year. Hafer has been recognized for his exceptional contributions to...
New London Educator Kiana Foster-Mauro Honored as the 2024 Connecticut Teacher of the Year
Kiana Foster-Mauro, a fourth-grade teacher at Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School in New London, has been honored as the 2024 Connecticut Teacher of the Year. This prestigious accolade recognizes her outstanding contributions to education and her commitment to empowering...
Family and Consumer Science Educator Jessica May Named 2024 Colorado Teacher of the Year
Jessica May, a dedicated educator with decades of experience in the Thompson School District, has been awarded the prestigious title of the 2024 Colorado Teacher of the Year. The announcement came as a delightful surprise during a ceremony at Turner Middle School,...
Casey Cuny’s Inspiring Journey from a Cancer Survivor to the 2024 California State Teacher of the Year
Casey Cuny's journey from battling cancer as a teenager to becoming the 2024 California State Teacher of the Year is truly inspiring. His commitment to education, despite facing significant challenges early in life, underscores his resilience and determination. Casey...
De Queen’s Communications Director Beau McCastlain Named 2024 Arkansas Teacher of the Year
Beau McCastlain, the television production teacher at De Queen High School and communications director for the De Queen School District, has been named the 2024 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, marking a significant milestone in his educational journey. McCastlain's...