Award Certificate
Customize this award certificate with your state organization logo to gift to your Teacher of the Year.
Social Media Graphic
Use this template —or create your own— to post about your Teacher of the Year finalists.
Feature Your Educators on LCF's Blog
Let LCF publish an educator profile about your Teacher of the Year on our blog.
Find other templates—including press releases and media coverage requests—in the Press & Advocacy section of this resource guide.
Tips for Recognizing Finalists
Celebrating your state Teacher of the Year nominees is a fantastic way to recognize their dedication and contributions. Here are some ideas for any stakeholders wishing to celebrate their Teacher of the Year:
Feature in Newsletter or Magazine: Write a feature article about the State Teacher of the Year in the association's newsletter or magazine. Include details about their teaching philosophy, innovative practices, and impact on students and the community.
Press Release and Social Media Recognition: Issue a press release announcing the State Teacher of the Year and their achievements. Share this information on the association's website and social media platforms to reach a wider audience and showcase the teacher's accomplishments.
Media Coverage: Contact local newspapers, news stations, and online news outlets to pitch a story about the State Teacher of the Year. Arrange for interviews or feature stories that showcase the teacher's dedication and excellence in world language teaching.
Professional Development Opportunities: Offer professional development opportunities such as workshops or webinars led by State Teachers of the Year. Allow them to share their expertise and best practices with other educators in the state and region.
Classroom Visits and Peer Observations: Collaborate with your Teacher of the Year to arrange for classroom visits and peer observations where other educators can observe the teaching methods and strategies employed. This can facilitate the sharing of ideas and promote professional growth among teachers in the state.
Networking Events: Organize networking events or social gatherings where educators around the state can connect with the State Teacher of the Year in a more informal setting. This allows for collaboration, idea sharing, and building relationships within the world language teaching community.
Community Recognition: Partner with local businesses or organizations to provide special discounts or rewards to the State Teacher of the Year as a way of showing appreciation from the community.
Online Recognition Campaign: Launch an online recognition campaign using a dedicated hashtag to celebrate the achievements of the State Teachers of the Year. Encourage students, parents, and fellow educators to share messages of appreciation and congratulations on social media.
Personalized Gifts or Awards: Present the regional teacher of the year with a personalized plaque, trophy, or certificate commemorating their achievement. Additionally, consider giving them a special gift such as an honorarium, gift card, classroom supplies, or books related to world language teaching.