(StatePoint) American educators work every day to give their students a brighter future. Unfortunately, not all classrooms are equipped with tools and resources that match the dedication of teachers and the potential of students.
The Rack Room Shoes Gives Teacher of the Year program marks seven years of impact in 2026, a legacy that now includes 30 award-winning teachers across the country. This initiative relies on a community-driven process where individuals nationwide submit nominations detailing the positive and influential impact of dedicated teachers. Following an open call that typically draws over 300 nominations, a public voting period determines the winners who receive both personal rewards and substantial resources for their school communities.
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Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language.
PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK.
Don't Threaten. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated.
Be Truthful. Don't knowingly lie about anyone or anything.
Be Nice. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism that is degrading to another person.
Be Proactive. Use the 'Report' link on each comment to let us know of abusive posts.
Share with Us. We'd love to hear eyewitness accounts, the history behind an article.