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An Open Letter to Future Teachers January 17, 2023 In his guest blog, Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Dustin Sayers offers some words of encouragement to anyone looking at a career in education. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

If Work Seeps into Personal Time, It's OK to Set Boundaries January 10, 2023 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson shares a few things she has learned about stepping back smartly and avoiding burnout. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Foundation Updates for Winter 2023 January 3, 2023 Meemic Masterpieces is back with a new art and video contest to encourage kindness. Read all about it and catch up on the latest Foundation news, including our next golf outing. ... Topic: Notes from the Director, Grants

The Joy – Yes, Joy! – of Spreading Math Love December 20, 2022 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Karen Sleno shares three things she implemented to influence her students' mathematical outlook in a positive light. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Building Relationships and So Much More December 13, 2022 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson shares some of her ideas for establishing a classroom where students feel seen, heard and valued to create an environment where they can flourish. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Yes, YOU Are Making a Difference in the Life of a Student November 15, 2022 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Dawn Perez shares her story to show her students and fellow teachers how they can overcome their struggles. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Great Administrators Set the Tone for Successful Schools November 8, 2022 Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson talks about her principal, Paulette Wickham, and all the good a positive administrator can do. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

It Starts with the Basics ... STEM Lessons and Healthy Food October 18, 2022 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Bill Boerman shares how he successfully brought food, nutrition and business lessons to his STEM classroom. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Celebrating and Empowering our Educational Colleagues October 11, 2022 To focus on the positive, Michigan Teacher of the Year Nanette Hanson brings attention to two passionate art educators in Escanaba Public Schools. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Meet 2022 Illinois Teacher of the Year Kimberly Radostits September 26, 2022 We chat with 2022 Illinois Teacher of the Year Kimberly Radostits of Oregon High School about her career, goals and Anne Hathaway playing her in a teaching biopic. ... Topic: Outreach