Maine is home to many educators and school staff members who make a difference in students' lives and in their communities every single day. The Maine Department of Education (DOE) acknowledges, highlights, and amplifies the work of those who go above and beyond to engage students and the community, inspire colleagues, and strive to improve their practice.
Of the countless education-related recognition programs across the country and in Maine, the Maine DOE directly supports several award programs that recognize Maine’s education workforce.
News & Updates
Part of the National Teacher of the Year Program, the Maine Teacher of the Year Program honors exceptional classroom teachers across all counties. Each year, Maine selects 16 County Teachers of the Year, one of whom is named Maine State Teacher of the Year. The State Teacher of the Year becomes Maine’s nominee for National Teacher of the Year. County and State Teachers of the Year serve as ambassadors for the teaching profession and as advocates for high-quality education in Maine. The Maine DOE administers the Maine Teacher of the Year Program in partnership with Educate Maine.
Latest announcements from the Maine DOE
Contact
Jon Delorme
Program Manager, Maine Teacher of the Year
Educate Maine
Email: Jon@educatemaine.org
Established in 1987, the Milken Educator Awards recognize early-to-mid-career educators for their impressive achievements and potential for future impact. Recipients receive a $25,000 unrestricted award and national recognition for excellence.
In partnership with the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, this program recognizes excellence in K-12 history instruction. Nominations can come from students, parents, fellow educators, or community members.
Latest announcements from the Maine DOE
Contact
Michele Mailhot
Interdisciplinary Instruction Specialist, PAEMST State Coordinator
Maine Department of Education
Email: Michele.R.Mailhot@maine.gov
Maine participates in the U.S. Department of Education’s Recognizing Inspiring School Employees (RISE) Award, which honors classified school employees who provide exemplary service to students from pre-K through high school.
Latest announcements from the Maine DOE
Contact
Christina O'Neal, Ph. D.
Edcuator Excellence Coordinator
Maine Department of Education
Email: Christina.L.Oneal@maine.gov
The Maine DOE also celebrates honorees from various statewide and national recognition programs:
- See past award announcements
- Submit an award announcement via our good news submission form here
Contact
Rachel Paling
Communications & Outreach Manager
Maine Department of Education
Email: Rachel.Paling@maine.gov