The winning teacher's inspiring story will appear in Reader's Digest, celebrating their remarkable influence on education and showcasing a legacy of dedication, creativity, and impact that will inspire millions of readers across the nation for years to come.
Bill Nye is bringing the energy by celebrating America's Favorite Teacher with a school assembly designed to spark curiosity, fuel imagination, and inspire every student in the room.
America's Favorite Teacher will enjoy a well-deserved trip to Hawaii, relaxing on pristine beaches and exploring lush landscapes. This rewarding escape will let them unwind, recharge, and celebrate the incredible impact they’ve made on the future.
The Planetary Society is the world's largest nonprofit space organization, inspiring future explorers through education and innovation. Their mission to empower people to discover new worlds mirrors the curiosity and wonder great teachers spark in students every day.
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The National Science Teaching Association (NSTA) is a community of 35,000 science educators advancing best practices, student learning, and professional growth through high-quality resources, continuous learning, and national networking with mentors, peers, and leading researchers.
Lerner Publishing Group is one of the nation’s largest independently owned children’s publishers with more than 7,000 books in print. Lerner creates the highest-quality nonfiction and fiction content for children and young adults in a variety of subjects and formats, including board books, picture books, graphic novels, middle grade and young adult novels, and series nonfiction titles.
Humble, passionate, and dedicated, Mr. Koch shifted from extreme sports to teaching, where he empowers students with confidence and curiosity. As a fourth and fifth-grade teacher in Newark, he inspires his students to embrace challenges and grow daily.
Hammermill has been a trusted name in premium paper products for over a century. Known for their commitment to quality and sustainability, Hammermill provides the tools needed to bring ideas to life with precision and clarity. From everyday printing to creative projects, their paper delivers unmatched reliability.
For more than 75 years, Paper Mate has led in performance-driven pens, pencils, and correction products, offering a wide range of writing tools designed to help people create meaningful connections through writing.
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