2026 Excellence in Christian Education

Each year, the Herzog Foundation recognizes individuals that embody excellence in Christian education. These individuals are the Herzog Foundation’s Christian Teachers of the Year and they will be honored at the Excellence in Christian Education Awards in Fall 2026.

2026 Teacher of the Year

• Innovative Teacher of the Year: A Christian school educator who demonstrates exceptional creativity in lesson design, uses innovative tools to enhance learning, and consistently implements forward-thinking approaches that positively impact student engagement.
• Math Teacher of the Year: A Christian school math educator who shows outstanding instructional skill, strong content expertise, measurable impact on student learning, and a commitment to fostering mathematical understanding, confidence, and problem-solving skills in their students.

NOMINATION CRITERIA

• Each nominee must be a K-12 teacher in a Christian 5-day school or hybrid school in the U.S.
• Each teacher nominated must have served in K-12 Christian education for at least one year.
• The nominee should have plans to continue teaching in K-12 Christian education after receiving recognition.
• The teacher must have demonstrated excellence in promoting Christian education to students.
• The teacher must be highly respected by students, parents, colleagues, and the community.
• The school and teacher must align with the Herzog Foundation mission.

Nominations closed on February 6, 2026.

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