TEACHER OF THE YEAR

Entry Form and Brochure 2026 
 
Rules and Eligibility 2026 
 
Find out more information on the Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award.
 
 
2025-2026 Teacher of the Year (K-5)
Sherri Ybarra, Sponsored by Post 5423, Mountain Home
Stephensen Elementary School
 

 

2025-2026 Teacher of the Year (6-8)
Jennifer McConnell, Sponsored by Post 4900, Emmett
 Emmett Middle School

 

 

2025-2026 Teacher of the Year (9-12)
Chester Packer, Sponsored by Post 8893, Terreton
West Jefferson High School

 


 
Post and District Awards Chairman can download the Chairman's manual and other required forms from the VFW National Website under Community Service, Scholarships & Awards.