Michigan Teacher of the Year

The Teachers’ Fight for Trans Youth May 11, 2021 Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono shows the good teachers can do when they support their transgender students. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Thank You, Dear Colleagues, for Persevering – and Caring April 20, 2021 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Sarah Soper writes an open letter to all the teachers who continue to give their all to their students and each other. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

MTOY: Standardized Testing in Pandemic Is Not a True Picture April 14, 2021 Michgan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono looks at the shortcomings of standardized testing during the COVID-19 pandemic. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

The COVID-19 Pandemic and a Case for Tragic Optimism March 25, 2021 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Liz Honeysett talks about "tragic optimism," taking tragic events and transforming them into an opportunity to better oneself and the world. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

March Is National Reading Month! March 8, 2021 Celebrate Reading Month with an extended book party in your classroom. Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono shares some tips to get started. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Meaningful Math Moments Will Help Students Learn February 16, 2021 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Chelsee Schram shares ideas and resources to help educators break the cycle of struggling with math. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

February Is the Time to #LoveTeaching February 9, 2021 For #LoveTeaching Week Feb. 14-21, Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono says his love for teaching is an expression of his love for the whole world. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Building Empathy Through Diversity in Literature January 19, 2021 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Erin Carlson shares her efforts to give her rural students books that help them experience diverse cultures and ethnicities. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Teaching in the Aftermath of a Major News Event January 11, 2021 Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono offers some ideas for teachers on how to help students and address "the day after" a major event. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year

Tips for Building LGBTQ+ Inclusive Schools December 7, 2020 Michigan Teacher of the Year Owen Bondono says every educator has a role to play in providing these students with a welcoming space to learn and grow. ... Topic: Michigan Teacher of the Year