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The Kansas Teacher of the Year Award recognizes and utilizes representatives of excellent teaching in the elementary and secondary classrooms of the state. Its mission is to build and utilize a network of exemplary teachers who are leaders in the improvement of schools, student performance and the teaching profession.
For more information about this program, please contact Sherry Bukovatz at sbukovatz@ksde.org or (785) 296-2551.
2020 Kansas Teacher of the Year Nomination Packet
Kansas Teacher of the Year Program Brochure – 2020
This brochure provides general information about the Kansas Teacher of the Year program, including the mission of the program, candidate qualifications, the selection process, recognition and awards available at both the regional and state levels, opportunities for teachers nominated for this award, and the timeline for the program.
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Kansas Teacher of the Year Teams: Program Years 1992-2018
For more information about the Kansas Teacher of the Year program, please contact:
Sherry Bukovatz (785) 296-2551 sbukovatz@ksde.org Communications and Recognition Programs Team Director Denise Kahler (785) 296-4876 ​dkahler@ksde.org
Questions about this page contact:
Cheryl Franklin (785) 296-4909 cfranklin@ksde.org
Tamla Miller (785) 296-4950 tmiller@ksde.org
The Kansas State Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. (more information...)
To accommodate people with disabilities, on request, auxiliary aides and services will be provided and reasonable modifications to policies and programs will be made. To request accommodations regarding accessibility please contact the Office of General Counsel by email or at 785-296-3204.