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2025 Excellence in Education Awards

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Nominations are closed - stay tuned for our winners!
It is important to recognize the major impact strong educators have on students. The annual MTEF Excellence in Education awards are given to educators who demonstrate exemplary leadership in the preparation of students for continued academic advancement at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, as well as in specialty areas. 
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All recipients must demonstrate good communication and leadership skills, exhibit a willingness to become involved, share their teaching expertise with students and peers, incorporate innovative teaching methods, and have a positive impact on students.

MTSD staff members, students, parents, and guardians are encouraged to submit nominations.
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Past award winners

Congratulations! 2024 Excellence in Education Award recipients

The annual MTEF Excellence in Education Awards are given to educators who demonstrate exemplary leadership in the preparation of students for continued academic advancement at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, as well as in specialty areas. Winners receive a check for $1000 from MTEF. In celebration of our 25th Anniversary, we awarded seven educators last year!
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Michelle Gunn, Donges Bay Elementary School 1st Grade Teacher, Anna Buehler, Oriole Lane Elementary School 4th Grade Teacher, Alli Gensrick, Wilson Elementary School 4K Teacher, Kirsten Ertl, Middle School Orchestra Teacher (Specialist Award), Fred Cibik, Lake Shore Middle School 8th Grade Teacher, Chris Knutson, Steffen Middle School 7th grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher, Michaela Fraley, Homestead High School English Teacher
Past Recipients
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  • About Us
    • Letter from the President
    • Board of Directors
    • Contact Us
    • Annual Report
    • 2022-23 Donors
    • 2022-23 Sponsors
  • Grants
    • Videos
    • Homestead High School Recent Grants
    • Middle School Recent Grants
    • Elementary School Recent Grants
  • Events
    • Givebacks
    • Tartan Bash
    • Trick-or-Trot 5k
  • Educator Awards
  • Support MTEF
    • Donate
    • Volunteer
    • Sponsor
  • Make a Donation
    • Annual Campaign