Congratulations to J.J. Hill Montessori School’s John Horton, Hamline Elementary School’s Amanda Jagdeo and Washington Technology High School’s Kong Vang for being named 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year finalists! The award will be presented by Education Minnesota in early May.
Congratulations to the seven SPPS student-athletes who earned St. Paul Area Athena Awards. This annual award honors outstanding female high school seniors for their athletic achievements. Winners will receive their awards at a banquet at Saint Paul RiverCentre in April.
J.J. Hill Montessori’s John Horton, Hamline Elementary’s Amanda Jagdeo and Washington Technology Magnet School’s Kong Vang are 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year semifinalists! Finalists will be selected in March, and the 2025 Teacher of the Year will be named at a ceremony in May. Best of luck to each of our SPPS nominees!
Congratulations to the 10 SPPS educators who are candidates for 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year! This annual program celebrates Minnesota’s tradition of excellence in teaching. Finalists will be selected in March, and the 2025 Teacher of the Year will be named at a ceremony in May.
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