In her guest blog, Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Sarah Juday says preparing students for today’s world requires us to rethink yesterday’s expectations and offers some tips on how to do that: sm.aaa/8dy2mfx0. #MTOY #ProudMIEducator @MIEducator

2026-27 #MTOY Erik Meerschaert introduces his vlog series “Voices of Educator Excellence,” for which he’ll be traveling around Michigan visiting classrooms and celebrating teachers. Learn more: sm.aaa/8dvqhrn7 #ProudMIEducator @MIEducator

In Memoriam … Spending a moment today, the 25th anniversary, in remembrance of all those who lost their lives and all those who lost loved ones on September 11, 2001. #neverforget

As the new school year starts, 2026-27 Michigan Teacher of the Year Erik Meerschaert from @LkOrionHS takes some time to chat about teaching and his plans as the new #MTOY. #ProudMIEducator #PME @MIEducator Visit: sm.aaa/kf7xjfyl

We caught up with some past and present Michigan Teachers of the Year at The Meemic Foundation’s Fore! Education golf outing and asked them to share some words of encouragement and advice as we head #BackToSchool. Hope it’s a great one! #MTOY #ProudMIEducator @MIEducator

As the school year wraps up, 2025-26 Michigan Teacher of the Year Corey Rosser celebrates his fellow teachers on the Meemic Foundation blog. #MTOY #ProudMIEducator #SchoolsOut @MIEducator sm.aaa/yhf92afx

In her guest blog, Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Susan Kelsey-Brewton offers tips to help students make connections through #InterdisciplinaryLearning for better outcomes: sm.aaa/ezacvqv6. #MTOY #ProudMIEducator @MIEducator

Congrats to #MTOY Erik Meerschaert! @MIEducator named Erik Meerschaert, a special ed teacher at Lake Orion HS, as the 2026-27 Michigan Teacher of the Year. The Meemic Foundation has sponsored the award since 2007! #ProudMIEducator #MITeachAppreesh #ThankATeacher #MichEd

Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek! To every educator and staff member who keeps our schools running, thank you for your passion, your care, and the difference you make each and every day. #ThankATeacher #TAW26 #TeacherAppreciation

For #SchoolPrincipalsDay, 2025-26 Michigan Teacher of the Year Corey Rosser honors the administrators who have molded his career. #ProudMIEducator #MTOY @MIEducator sm.aaa/hdnadm5r

Taking a Look at #TeacherRetention: #MTOY Corey Rosser says we often talk about why teachers leave, but we also need to focus on what can be done to help teachers stay. #ProudMIEducator @MIEducator sm.aaa/hk2z1bx9 sm.aaa/r47mjttn

Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Stephanie Jaskolski shares ways that giving students choices in how they do their work increases engagement, which leads to better outcomes. #ProudMIEducator #MTOY #TeacherTips @MIEducator sm.aaa/8fpgxufi sm.aaa/mp4e1lfg

Meemic Teacher Madness: Mr. Feeny wins (again)! Robin Williams’ Sean Maguire put up a decent fight with about a third of the vote, but it seems no one can beat Mr. Feeny. William Daniels’ beloved character racks up his sixth win. Thank you for joining in the fun! #MarchMadness

Meemic Teacher Madness: Textbook 2 – Maguire/Feeny: We’re down to our final 2! Many were hoping for a Williams/Williams match, but even John Keating couldn’t beat #MrFeeny. Visit Facebook.com/Meemic Saturday to vote. The winner will be announced March 25. #MarchMadness

Meemic Teacher Madness: Faculty 4! Are we surprised that #MrFeeny dominated this round? No. But Mr. Schue barely cracked 100 of the almost 6,000 votes. Robin Williams advances in both his categories. Visit Facebook.com/Meemic Tuesday for the next round! #MarchMadness

Meemic Teacher Madness: Educational 8! It’s no shocker #MrFeeny won his challenge. But we were surprised Robin Williams beat Snape. In a close race, Will Schuester beat Sue Sylvester by two votes when officially tallied. Visit Facebook.com/Meemic Friday for the next round!

The #SpringBreak Scaries: In her guest blog, 2025-26 Regional Teacher of the Year Deidra LaPointe shares why Spring Break can feel overwhelming for students (and how to help). #MTOY #ProudMIEducator @MIEducator sm.aaa/um1zte74

Honoring Educators for #WomensHistoryMonth: For hundreds, if not thousands, of years, women have been the most important teachers in our lives, from home to school. In honor of Women’s History Month, we look at 10 who have made tremendous differences. sm.aaa/axx337z5

2025-26 Michigan Regional Teacher of the Year Lindsey Cook says trauma-informed teaching is not a trend or a program – it's a mindset and daily practice to promote safety, belonging and emotional regulation. #MTOY #ProudMIEducator @MIEducator sm.aaa/ogcfzh00

.@MIEducator recently announced the 10 Michigan educators from across the state that have been selected as 2026-27 Regional Teachers of the Year, an award sponsored by The Meemic Foundation. #MTOY #ProudMIEducator sm.aaa/09tac5wk