Teacher of the Year Program

About the program

The National Teacher of the Year Program began in 1952 and continues as the oldest, most prestigious national honors program that focuses public attention on excellence in teaching.

The National Teacher of the Year Program, sponsored by ING in partnership with Scholastic, is a project of the Council of Chief State School Officers.

The National Teacher of the Year is chosen from among the State Teachers of the Year by a national selection committee representing the major national education organizations. Each April, the National Teacher of the Year is introduced to the American people by the President of the United States. The National Teacher of the Year is released from classroom duties during the year of recognition to travel nationally and internationally as a spokesperson for the teaching profession. All activities of the National Teacher, and projects involving the State Teachers of the Year, are coordinated through the National Teacher of the Year Program.

Winner Benefits

The winner of the New Mexico Teacher of the Year receives:

• A SmartBoard technology package worth over $10,000
• Opportunities to travel the country, including Washington D.C., SpaceCamp in Alabama, and Dallas
• Opportunities to speak statewide

Application

Note: The deadline for NM Teacher of the Year application submission is August 6, 2010.

NM Teacher of the Year Application