https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teacher-awards Teacher Awards en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:10:46 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/2026-teacher-of-the-year-preps-history-students-for-a-diverse-and-divisive-world/2026/04 Leon Smith of Pennsylvania engages high school students in new angles on seemingly well-trodden topics and events. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:10:46 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/2026-teacher-of-the-year-preps-history-students-for-a-diverse-and-divisive-world/2026/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-two-award-winning-educators-created-schoolwide-systems-for-academic-support/2026/02 Boosting student achievement should be a building-wide mission, they say. Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:11:49 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-two-award-winning-educators-created-schoolwide-systems-for-academic-support/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-the-nations-top-teachers-prevent-burnout/2026/02 Finalists for Teacher of the Year give tips on keeping your sanity and enthusiasm in the classroom. Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:16:04 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-the-nations-top-teachers-prevent-burnout/2026/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-nations-top-5-teachers-in-2026-focus-on-community-place-based-education/2026/01 This year's top teachers bring their communities into the classroom, and vice versa. Fri, 30 Jan 2026 20:28:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-nations-top-5-teachers-in-2026-focus-on-community-place-based-education/2026/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-how-the-national-teacher-of-the-year-puts-students-first/2025/05 The 2025 National Teacher of the Year shares what she believes makes a good teacher, and how she brings that to her classroom. Fri, 02 May 2025 19:56:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-how-the-national-teacher-of-the-year-puts-students-first/2025/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-new-teacher-of-the-year-shares-her-secrets-for-an-engaging-english-class/2025/04 Pennsylvania English teacher Ashlie Crosson helps students connect to global issues. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 21:19:17 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-new-teacher-of-the-year-shares-her-secrets-for-an-engaging-english-class/2025/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-national-teacher-of-the-year-finalists-spotlight-literacys-power/2025/02 The four 2025 Teacher of the Year finalists highlight literacy’s power to engage students and shape lifelong readers. Wed, 12 Feb 2025 22:35:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-national-teacher-of-the-year-finalists-spotlight-literacys-power/2025/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/inside-the-no-limits-mindset-of-the-new-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/10 Tracie Anderson Swilley, a high school principal in South Carolina, was awarded the title for the 2024-25 academic year. Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:49:13 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/inside-the-no-limits-mindset-of-the-new-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/meet-the-3-finalists-for-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/09 All three finalists spoke about the need to lift up their peers. Fri, 06 Sep 2024 20:27:33 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/meet-the-3-finalists-for-national-principal-of-the-year/2024/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-welcome-to-the-white-house-teachers-get-a-rare-honor/2024/05 First lady Jill Biden hosted state teachers of the year for an inaugural state dinner. Here's what it looked like. Fri, 03 May 2024 19:16:48 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-welcome-to-the-white-house-teachers-get-a-rare-honor/2024/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/inside-the-first-ever-white-house-state-dinner-for-teachers/2024/05 Teachers were feted by first lady Jill Biden and other national leaders, with a surprise appearance by a powerful dignitary. Fri, 03 May 2024 18:51:08 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/inside-the-first-ever-white-house-state-dinner-for-teachers/2024/05 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-the-national-teacher-of-the-years-advice-for-building-a-legacy-of-strong-teachers/2024/04 This year's National Teacher of the Year has a message for educators on finding joy and creating a legacy of strong teachers. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:33:56 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-the-national-teacher-of-the-years-advice-for-building-a-legacy-of-strong-teachers/2024/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/missy-testerman-makes-immigrant-students-feel-welcome-shes-the-national-teacher-of-the-year/2024/04 The K-8 teacher prioritizes inclusion and connection in her work teaching English as a second language. Wed, 03 Apr 2024 21:10:14 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/missy-testerman-makes-immigrant-students-feel-welcome-shes-the-national-teacher-of-the-year/2024/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-finalists-for-national-teacher-of-the-year-have-ideas-for-boosting-teacher-morale/2024/03 The four award-winning teachers also met with U.S. lawmakers to advocate for their education causes of choice. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 20:52:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-finalists-for-national-teacher-of-the-year-have-ideas-for-boosting-teacher-morale/2024/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-a-moment-of-recognition-rejuvenated-this-alabama-teacher/2024/03 Kenisha Gage, an elementary school teacher in Huntsville, Ala., shares the highs and lows of her career as an educator. Wed, 06 Mar 2024 21:00:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/how-a-moment-of-recognition-rejuvenated-this-alabama-teacher/2024/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/here-are-the-4-finalists-for-national-teacher-of-the-year/2024/01 The nation's top teaching award will be given to one of them in the spring. Wed, 24 Jan 2024 21:46:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/here-are-the-4-finalists-for-national-teacher-of-the-year/2024/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-this-teacher-won-a-grammy-and-saved-a-life/2023/10 A North Texas choir teacher explains how she became the 2023 Grammy Music Educator of the Year. Thu, 19 Oct 2023 20:30:27 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-this-teacher-won-a-grammy-and-saved-a-life/2023/10 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/i-was-not-done-how-politics-drove-this-teacher-of-the-year-out-of-the-classroom/2023/08 Karen Lauritzen was accused of being a pro-LGBTQ+ activist. The consequences derailed her career. Thu, 31 Aug 2023 20:50:38 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/i-was-not-done-how-politics-drove-this-teacher-of-the-year-out-of-the-classroom/2023/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/videos-tips-for-new-teachers-from-state-teachers-of-the-year State teachers of the year offer tips for new teachers on a range of topics. Fri, 25 Aug 2023 19:16:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/videos-tips-for-new-teachers-from-state-teachers-of-the-year https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-tips-from-acclaimed-teachers-building-a-network-of-supportive-peers/2023/08 State teachers of the year offer advice on finding mentors and building a support system within the school building. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 21:20:37 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-tips-from-acclaimed-teachers-building-a-network-of-supportive-peers/2023/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/an-award-winning-rookie-teacher-talks-about-her-first-year/2023/06 Stick to a routine and be consistent, advises Los Angeles teacher Lauryn Merriweather. Fri, 23 Jun 2023 20:58:32 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/an-award-winning-rookie-teacher-talks-about-her-first-year/2023/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teaching-shouldnt-be-a-life-threatening-profession-biden-says/2023/04 The president spoke to educators during a ceremony to honor the 2023 State Teachers of the Year. Mon, 24 Apr 2023 22:37:44 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/teaching-shouldnt-be-a-life-threatening-profession-biden-says/2023/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-how-the-national-teacher-of-the-year-brings-joy-to-her-classroom/2023/04 Rebecka Peterson, a high school math teacher in Tulsa, Okla., is the 2023 National Teacher of the Year. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 16:50:25 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-how-the-national-teacher-of-the-year-brings-joy-to-her-classroom/2023/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/rebecka-peterson-finds-the-good-in-every-school-day-shes-the-national-teacher-of-the-year/2023/04 Peterson teaches high school math in Tulsa, Okla. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 19:26:02 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/rebecka-peterson-finds-the-good-in-every-school-day-shes-the-national-teacher-of-the-year/2023/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-national-teacher-of-the-year-award-a-call-to-service-or-a-popularity-contest/2023/02 Educators and past finalists weigh in on the National Teacher of the Year award. Mon, 06 Feb 2023 22:35:10 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/the-national-teacher-of-the-year-award-a-call-to-service-or-a-popularity-contest/2023/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/meet-the-5-teachers-being-considered-for-national-teacher-of-the-year/2023/01 From P.E. to culturally responsive teaching, the finalists all find ways to connect to their students. Wed, 25 Jan 2023 22:24:19 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/meet-the-5-teachers-being-considered-for-national-teacher-of-the-year/2023/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/white-house-decorations-include-teacher-and-student-art-why-educators-say-thats-meaningful/2022/12 Students portrayed their families, their hobbies, and their dreams for the future in the ornaments they created for the White House. Mon, 12 Dec 2022 21:40:33 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/white-house-decorations-include-teacher-and-student-art-why-educators-say-thats-meaningful/2022/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/citing-anti-gay-discrimination-a-teacher-of-the-year-leaves-the-classroom/2022/06 Kentucky's 2022 Teacher of the Year Willie Carver Jr. said he had been unable to find support from his school administration. Tue, 28 Jun 2022 17:50:45 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/citing-anti-gay-discrimination-a-teacher-of-the-year-leaves-the-classroom/2022/06 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/nations-top-teachers-bask-in-white-house-spotlight/2022/04 The national and state teachers of the year were honored by the president and first lady in a White House ceremony. Wed, 27 Apr 2022 23:14:55 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/nations-top-teachers-bask-in-white-house-spotlight/2022/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-2022-national-teacher-of-the-year-so-honored-to-be-a-part-of-this-profession/2022/04 Kurt Russell, a history teacher from Oberlin, Ohio, shares his outlook on the profession and a message for his fellow educators. Fri, 22 Apr 2022 21:04:25 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-2022-national-teacher-of-the-year-so-honored-to-be-a-part-of-this-profession/2022/04