The Teacher Achievement Awards recognize exemplary teachers who support, inspire and assist students to attain greater learning as evidenced by student achievement. Candidates for this award demonstrate exceptional command of their subject area; keep course content current by integrating new technology, research and innovations; support active, hands-on and continuous learning for all students; and effectively use differentiated instruction. They facilitate parental and community involvements in the classroom, incorporate student-developed goals and plans for achievement, display leadership and perform professional service outside of the classroom, and have commendable professional educational accomplishments.

Past Teacher Achievement Award Honorees:

2008
Kathryn Athmann, Dassel – Cokato Public School
Kathleen Stalnaker, MACCRAY High School

2007
Kenneth Fiscus, Albert Lea High School
Stephen Schroeder-Davis, Elk River Area Public Schools

2006
Susan Oppenheim, Southside Family School Minneapolis
Beth Swenson, Lincoln Elementary School, Brainerd

2005
Deb Boros, Mississippi Elementary School           
Sarah Van Ert, Robbinsdale Area Learning Center

2004
Mark Lessman, Faribault Senior High School
Angela Judd, Hutchinson High School

2003
Anne Barnes, Friendly Hills Middle School
Debi Pack, East Side Elementary School

2002
Nancy Bresnahan, Hopkins High School
Shane Dordal, Rum River South Day Treatment Center

2001
Joletta Falknor, Royalton High School
Michael Schlink, Dakota Hills Middle School

2000
Constance Waibel, Lake of the Woods School
Diane Wells, Burnsville Sr. High School

1999
Marlee Eret, Centennial Senior High
Ann Mickelson, Murray Junior High

Students, parents, and educators:

Please consider these traits when selecting a teacher to nominate:

Elementary/Middle School Students (PDF)

High School Students/Adults (PDF)