The Alden-Conger Education Association and District 242 are seeking your letter of nomination for the 2023 - 2024 Teacher of the Year. Selecting a Teacher of the Year is an exceptional way to celebrate the many outstanding and dedicated people teaching at Alden-Conger. The purpose of the program is to select a teacher who is capable of speaking for and energizing the teaching profession, and representing the positive contributions of all teachers at Alden-Conger. This individual: has the respect and admiration of their colleagues; is an expert in their field who guides students of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve excellence; collaborates with colleagues, students, and families to create a school culture of respect and success; demonstrates leadership and innovation in and outside of the classroom walls that embodies lifelong learning; expresses themselves in an engaging and articulate way; and is committed to improving education. The Teacher of the Year Program does not attempt to single out any individual as the best teacher at Alden-Conger, but rather to honor one teacher who represents all the excellent teachers at Alden-Conger.
Anyone who is currently teaching at Alden-Conger - District 242 is eligible for nomination, however the finalists must have completed at least one full school year at Alden-Conger. Anyone may nominate a teacher for consideration by completing the paper form and returning it to the main office or completing the online google form.
** From EdMN website - Eligible nominees must meet these criteria:
Teach in a public or nonpublic Pre-K through 12th-grade school or ECFE or Adult Basic Education program, working at least 50 percent of the time directly with students.
Hold a bachelor’s degree and a Minnesota teaching license.
Have completed five years of teaching by the nomination deadline.
Intend to teach for the full following school year after being named.
Note: Nominees only can accept nominations in any two consecutive years.
Nomination form must be received by Friday, January 12, 2024.