Connecticut Teacher of the Year Council

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Connecticut Teacher of the Year Council The Council is committed to the preservation & enhancement of the CT Teacher of the Year Program.

The Connecticut Teacher of the Year Council is an organization committed to the preservation and enhancement of the Connecticut Teacher of the Year Program. The Council works with the Connecticut State Department of Education and other corporate and organizational partners to celebrate teaching excellence through the recognition of educators who have inspired a love for learning in their students, and who have distinguished themselves in the profession. Our leadership team is comprised of past and present Connecticut Teachers of the Year, as well as individuals who represent prominent organizations within the educational community. We are proud to be a nationally recognized program, and we hope you will join us in our mission of honoring and engaging Connecticut teachers as we work to elevate the teaching profession in our state and beyond.

08/14/2026
The 2026 Connecticut Teacher of the Year Semifinalist cohort had a memorable couple of days of collaboration and camarad...
08/06/2026

The 2026 Connecticut Teacher of the Year Semifinalist cohort had a memorable couple of days of collaboration and camaraderie at Mystic Seaport Museum. Beautiful weather, a lot of learning, and many smiles made for an amazing experience!

07/29/2026

Ready to apply for a Grants to Educators award? Here is how to get started: 📝

1️⃣ Register at the application portal and create an account
2️⃣ Select "I am applying for the Grants to Educators" application
3️⃣ Enter your workplace details
4️⃣ Once your membership is verified, you will receive login information by email

Membership verification may take up to three business days, so do not wait until the last minute!

🔗 Start here: https://neafoundation.fluxx.io

07/29/2026

Hundreds of educators came together to take part in the Connecticut Teacher of the Year Council’s annual symposium, Empowered to Lead, a day of camaraderie, inspiration, and professional learning. The theme of this year’s event was Rooted in Purpose: Catalysts for Change.

2026 CT State Teacher of the Year Brian Betesh tells “The core of this profession is people…success in the relationshi...
07/08/2026

2026 CT State Teacher of the Year Brian Betesh tells “The core of this profession is people…success in the relationships you build; it’s what education is all about. Make connections, build community, find purpose.”

We are ready to kick off a fantastic day of learning and leading with educators from all across our state!
07/08/2026

We are ready to kick off a fantastic day of learning and leading with educators from all across our state!

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