SOUTHERN COLORADO (KOAA) — The Colorado Department of Education (CDE) has announced the semifinalists for the 2026 Teacher of the Year Award.
The 22 semifinalists are representing "22 schools from 17 districts and two charters."
CDE says that there were 419 applicants from 106 school districts, which amounted to a 375% increase in applicants from prior years.
“We’re proud to recognize this incredible group of educators who represent the best of Colorado’s teaching profession."
“Each of these semifinalists has made a meaningful impact in their classrooms and communities, and we wish them all the best as they move forward in the selection process.”
To get through the selection process, the review committee was comprised of more than 40 people.
While the 22 semifinalists are from all over Colorado, four of them are right here! You can find more about our local semifinalists below:
You can learn more about all of the semifinalists here.
Finalists will be announced in September, and the winner will be announced in October.
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