Ann Mincks, a dedicated educator at Hoover High School in Des Moines, has been honored as the 2024 Iowa Teacher of the Year. With 16 years of experience, Mincks has significantly impacted her students, particularly those who are English language learners (ELL). This...
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East St. Louis English Educator Briana Morales is the 2024 Illinois Teacher of the Year
Briana Morales, an English teacher at Gordon Bush Alternative Center in East St. Louis School District 189, has been named the 2024 Illinois Teacher of the Year. This prestigious award was presented to Morales during a surprise visit by state Superintendent of...
Biology Educator Brian Collins Named the 2024 Wisconsin National Teacher of the Year Representative
Brian Collins, a distinguished science teacher at Unity High School in Balsam Lake, has been named the 2024 Wisconsin National Teacher of the Year representative by the Wisconsin Department of Instruction. This prestigious recognition highlights Collins' remarkable...
Career and Technical Education Instructor Blaire Penry is the 2024 Washington State Teacher of the Year
Blaire Penry, a devoted Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Electives teacher at Auburn Online School, has been honored as the 2024 Washington State Teacher of the Year. Penry's exemplary dedication to her students and innovative teaching methods have earned her...
Caitlin Clark: From Collegiate Star to WNBA Sensation
Caitlin Clark, born on January 22, 2002, is an American professional basketball player for the Indiana Fever of the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA). Known for her extraordinary skills and record-breaking performances, Clark's journey from a promising...
George J. Hawkins Honored as the 2024 South Dakota Teacher of the Year for “Embodying Excellence in Teaching”
Mackay Agriscience Instructor Trent Van Leuven is the 2024 Idaho Teacher of the Year
In a well-deserved recognition of his dedication and innovation in education, Trent Van Leuven has been named the 2024 Idaho Teacher of the Year. Van Leuven, an agriscience instructor and FFA advisor at Mackay Junior/Senior High School, stands out for his unwavering...
Prairie Trail Middle School’s History Educator Taylor Bussinger Named 2024 Kansas Teacher of the Year
Taylor Bussinger, an eighth-grade history teacher at Prairie Trail Middle School in Olathe Unified School District 233, has been awarded the esteemed title of the 2024 Kansas Teacher of the Year. His outstanding dedication to teaching, coupled with his passion for...
The 2024 Utah Teacher of the Year is Advanced Placement Psychology Educator, Carly Maloney
Carly Maloney, an educator whose passion for teaching transcends the boundaries of the classroom, has been crowned the 2024 Utah Teacher of the Year. Her journey from a determined child to an inspiring educator mirrors her unwavering commitment to student success and...
Cody High School’s John Corbin is the 2024 Wyoming Teacher of the Year
John Corbin, a beacon of innovation and inspiration at Cody High School, has been honored with the prestigious title of 2024 Wyoming Teacher of the Year. In a surprise assembly, Corbin's dedication to education and his exceptional contributions to the realm of social...










