Teacher of the Year

 
 
 
 

Description

In an effort to recognize outstanding teaching, the Education Foundation of Martin County proudly hosts the annual Martin County Teacher of the Year program in cooperation with the Martin County School District.  

Process

Nominees are selected by their peers from each of the schools throughout the district. These contenders represent the best of the best as they vie for the title of Martin County Teacher of the Year. Each nominee must participate in an introductory orientation, complete a comprehensive portfolio, and take part in an intensive interview process.

The name of the winning teacher is revealed during the Education Foundation of Martin County Teacher of the Year Awards Celebration. This celebration is not like your ordinary awards ceremony. It's a festive party designed to celebrate each of the nominees for their unique contributions to the classroom, their students, and our community. During this special evening, school spirit is in full swing as everyone cheers, dances, and even struts to the beat of specially selected music as each nominee makes his or her way to the stage in anticipation of the winning name being revealed.
 
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The district winner then represents the Martin County School District in the competition to become the Florida Department of Education's Teacher of the Year.

2024-2025 Martin County Teacher of the Year Candidates

Candidate
Shannon Allred
Vanessa Molina-Council
Elaine Sanchez
Ashley Kemler
Coral Kelly
Alicia Carter
Jill Stuart
Alexis Matonti
Sara Patterson
Chenae Jackson
Karen Madalena
Samantha Pankhurst
Katherine Manahan
Megan McChrystal
Stephanie Carlson
Ashley Martin
Kristin Guillen
Kimberly Brannon
Laura Green
Kelly Dawedeit
William Price
Jean Wright
Tammie Meder
School
Bessey Creek Elementary School
Citrus Grove Elementary School
Crystal Lake Elementary School 
Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School
Felix A. Williams Elementary School
Hidden Oaks Middle School
Hobe Sound Elementary School
The Hope Center for Autism
Indiantown Middle School
J.D. Parker School of Science, Math & Tech
Jensen Beach Elementary School
Jensen Beach High School
Martin County High School
Murray Middle School
Palm City Elementary School
Pinewood Elementary School
Port Salerno Elementary School
SeaWind Elementary School
South Fork High School
Stuart Middle School
Treasure Coast Classical Academy
Warfield Elementary School
Willoughby Learning Center

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2023-2024 Teacher of the Year

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Sponsorship Opportunities

2024-25 Sponsored in part by

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Robert Weissman
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Just Gold Jewelers
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Alexander Custom Pools
 
Bessey Creek Elementary PTA
 
Clark Advanced Learning Center - IRSC
 
Gayle Harrell
State Senator for District 25
Former MCSD Teacher
Ed Foundation Board Member
 
Hooks Construction
 
Erin Kirkwood Law, PLLC
 
Sunshine Land Design
 
Hobe Sound Veterinary Clinic
 
Cotton & Company
 
Joan Gibbons
 
Taryn Kryzda
 
Tony Anderson
 
Brianna Cooper Heavenly Smiles Foundation
 
Curriculum Associates
 
Scott Family
 
South Paradise Roofing
 
Ryan Advisory Services LLC
 
Isabel Laida Rodriguez, Realtor - The Keyes Company
 
Beyond Paint
 
Stephen & Aida Fry
 
Crystal Lake Elementary School
 
Florida Power & Light
 
Stuart Web