There’s a teacher somewhere in your past who made something click. Gwinnett County Public Schools is betting that the educators on this list are exactly that kind of teacher for someone.
The school district has completed the first round of its search for the 2028 GCPS Teacher of the Year, with each participating school selecting its own honoree through a process where teachers nominate and vote for their peers. The result is a list of more than 150 educators — from kindergarten special education teachers to Advanced Placement calculus instructors — who have been recognized by the people who know them best: their colleagues.
“When you think about the teachers who changed your life, you think about educators like these,” said Superintendent Dr. Alexandra Estrella. “Our local school Teachers of the Year go above and beyond every day to support, inspire, and empower students. We are proud to celebrate these exceptional educators and grateful for the passion, care, and commitment they bring to our schools and communities.”…