“The announcement of this year’s finalists was made even more special because we were in person and surrounded by a community of passionate educators. You could see the excitement in the eyes of each finalist as their name was called, and they could feel the appreciation of their peers,” said State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley. “Congratulations to our finalists and to all of this year’s candidates.”
The Department recognizes that great teachers and school leaders are critical to student success. Annually, the Department, in partnership with
Dream Teachers and the
Louisiana Association of Principals, recognizes and celebrates some of the state’s most exceptional educators through the Teacher and Principal of the Year programs. These programs provide an opportunity to acknowledge those teachers and leaders who are making exceptional gains with students. Their commitment to student success exemplifies Louisiana’s education profession.
All Teacher and Principal of the Year finalists and semifinalists will be celebrated and honored at the 15th Annual Cecil J. Picard Educator Excellence Awards Gala, which will be held virtually on the evening of July 16. To learn more about the current and previous Teacher and Principal of the Year honorees,
visit the library. For questions about the Teacher and Principal of the Year programs, email
excellenteducators@la.gov.