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The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) today announced that four inspiring educators from across the country are finalists for the 2025 National Teacher of the Year. READ MORE.
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The 2025 State Teachers of the Year have a remarkable 927 years of combined experience inspiring students to excel in their classroom and beyond. Using unique and extraordinary teaching strategies, these educators are nurturing students‘ academic growth and wellbeing to the highest standards in their profession. READ MORE.
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On the surface, developing a TED-style talk looks like ideation and drafting, revising and practicing until it is ready to be shared on a stage. Those are the parts we can point to, the parts we can see. What isn’t as visible but is just as crucial is the internal work of finding your talk. READ MORE.
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2024 National Teacher of the Year Missy Testerman hopes in her year to empower teachers to find their voices in pursuit of being advocates for their students, the profession and themselves. READ MORE.
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In her end-of-year reflection, 2023 National Teacher of the Year, Rebecka Peterson, reminds us of the power of one good thing and shares the forever good things that underlined her year of service. READ MORE.
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As the nation marks Teacher Appreciation Week this May, the 2024 State Teachers of the Year share their thoughts and ideas about what makes their work special and how teachers can inspire their students to achieve success in school, careers and life READ MORE.
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As we approach the announcement of the 2024 National Teacher of the Year, we invite everyone over the next week to take a glimpse into the classrooms of Cat, Christy, Joe and Missy and witness how they empower and inspire their students. READ MORE.

By National Teacher of the Year Program
The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) is thrilled to announce that four inspiring educators from across the country are finalists for the 2024 National Teacher of the Year. READ MORE.

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Inspirational, motivated and innovative are just a few ways to describe the 2024 State Teachers of the Year. This remarkable group of educators represents the kind of dedication and effectiveness that defines the best in the profession. READ MORE.

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President Joe Biden and First Lady Dr. Jill Biden invited hundreds of educators, school staff, families and students to visit the White House for a special tour to celebrate the return to school. READ MORE.
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The Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO) announced that five exemplary educators from across the country are finalists for 2023 National Teacher of the Year READ MORE.
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The 2023 cohort of State Teachers of the Year, announced today by the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO), represents the kind of excellence and commitment that defines the best in the profession. READ MORE.