Educator of the Year


The Educator of the Year program recognizes an outstanding elementary educator who demonstrates excellence in education by implementing innovative agriculture, minerals and energy, and outdoor recreation and tourism projects into their classroom and the surrounding community. A committee then selects one educator from an impressive pool who is awarded a cash prize of $2500.


Nominations for the 2024 Educator of the Year Award are due April 5, 2024

Eligible educators are individuals who:

  • Are a resident of Wyoming and an elementary educator
  • Utilizes Wyo Wonders lessons and materials (formerly known as the Wyoming Stewardship Project)
  • Participate in Wyoming Agriculture in the Classroom Programs, i.e. Bookmark & Beyond

Do you know a deserving educator? Nominate them here!
Are you a qualifying educator? Apply here!