The Maine Department of Education and Educate Maine announced this week that nominations are now open for the 2024 County Teachers of the Year and 2025 State Teacher of the Year. 

“Maine is home to amazing teachers who educate, inspire, innovate, nurture, and go above and beyond each and every day for their students, schools, and communities. The Maine Teacher of the Year program recognizes the extraordinary contributions of educators across our state and gives them a megaphone to share the great things happening in Maine public schools. Please nominate an outstanding teacher in your life today,” said Maine Education Commissioner Pender Makin.

Nominations can be made through a form on the Maine Teacher of the Year Website now through 5:00 pm on January 31, 2024. Nominations will be accepted from students, parents, caregivers, community members, school administrators, colleagues, college faculty members, and associations/organizations (self-nominations, and nominations from family members are not accepted). Learn more.

The Teacher of the Year journey starts with your nomination! Nominate someone from your town, county, or region today at http://www.mainetoy.org/nominate