Recent Stories

Flight of Fancy Brings Teacher Back to ‘Wild Things’ in Class March 15, 2022 In her guest blog, Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Bethany Vonck looks for a little escape but is ready to "let the wild rumpus start" at school. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Lesson from ‘The Giver’: Fight to Keep Books in Hand March 8, 2022 MTOY Leah Porter says we should be like Jonas in "The Giver" and advocate to provide access to books that help us explore our beautiful world. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Teaching History in the 21st Century Classroom February 11, 2022 Michigan Region 7 Teacher of the Year James Johsnon talks about the importance of students thinking critically about diverse perspectives. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

The Need to Support Teachers and Staff Grows More Urgent February 8, 2022 Michigan Teacher of the Year Leah Porter looks at the constantly fluctuating life of a teacher these days and offers a sliver of light and some ideas to give teachers the support they need. ...   Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Tina Miller Talks Winning Elementary Principal of the Year January 31, 2022 Wisconsin Elementary Principal of the Year Tina Miller shares how winning the award has affected her career and introduced her to a network of inspiring educators. ... Topic: Wisconsin Principal of the Year

Retrospect and Resolutions for 2022 January 14, 2022 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Janet Swarthout looks back and 2021 and proposes some teacher resolutions for 2022. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Gratitude in the Midst of Our Challenges January 14, 2022 Illinois Teacher of the Year Justin Johnson thanks his fellow teachers for caring and working to fulfill the needs of all students during a challenging year. ... Topic: Outreach

Planting the Seeds of Leadership Helps Students in Life January 11, 2022 Michigan Teacher of the Year Leah Porter says teachers have the opportunity every day to plant the seeds of possibility with students. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

A Chance to Say Thanks December 14, 2021 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Cheldora Haynes takes a moment to say thank you to those in our school community. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Bringing Humanity to Our Relationships with Families December 7, 2021 For Michigan Teacher of the Year Leah Porter, a small moment of kindness set the foundation in how she builds relationships and fosters partnerships with families. ...   Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year