A2Y Chamber presents the 2023 LaFontaine Teacher of the Year
The Teacher of the Year Program recognizes the great contribution teachers make in Washtenaw County and to the learning community. This award recognizes and honors teacher excellence. It does not attempt to select the “best” teacher; rather, to identify, from among many outstanding teachers, one teacher to serve as a visible and vocal representative of what is best in the profession.
The LaFontaine Family wishes to honor the amazing teachers within Washtenaw County and recognize them for their hard work and efforts they put in every single school year.
The 2023 LaFontaine Teacher of the Year Award in Washtenaw County must meet the nomination
criteria:
Is an exceptionally dedicated, knowledgeable, and skilled educator in a Washtenaw County
public school, pre-kindergarten through grade 12 and alternative education
Inspires students of all backgrounds and abilities to learn
Has the respect and admiration of students, parents, and colleagues
Serves an active role in the community, as well as in the school district
The 2023 LaFontaine Teacher of the Year Award in Washtenaw County must meet the following
eligibility criteria:
Must be a certified teacher
Spends a minimum of 50% of time teaching students
Must be in good standing with their district
Plans to continue in an active teaching status
