Teach For America is thrilled to announce our partnership with the Scripps National Spelling Bee. TFA will sponsor the prestigious 2025 Educator of the Year Award as we help kick off the Bee’s 100th anniversary celebration during our organization’s 35th anniversary year. This award acknowledges the exceptional efforts of spelling bee coordinators and educators who go above and beyond to create enriching spelling bee experiences for their students. TFA shares in this passion for recognizing and supporting excellent educators working to ensure all kids have what they need to learn, lead, and thrive in the 21st century.
Nominations are now open through February 28th, 2025 at this link. If you know an inspiring school bee coordinator or a passionate supporter—such as a teacher, aide, librarian, or administrator—please nominate them! To be eligible, the educator must be from a school enrolled in the 2024-2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee program (schools enroll at spellingbee.com from August – January). The selected Educator of the Year will receive recognition at the 2025 Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C.
Each year, the Scripps Educator of the Year exemplifies the spirit of the spelling bee and educators who invest time and energy into practice sessions, motivate students to believe in their potential, and inspire a lifelong love for learning. Their impact goes far beyond the competition.
If your school is enrolled in the Scripps National Spelling bee program, you know that the school spelling bee isn’t just about words – it’s about building confidence, navigating both triumph and disappointment, and, most importantly, having fun. The spelling bee program thrives because of educators who create meaningful opportunities for students to shine.
Click this link to nominate an educator for this award.
If you don’t have a specific nomination in mind but would like to share your own spelling bee experiences or feedback, we invite you to participate in our survey: click here
Teach For America is proud to support the Scripps National Spelling Bee in its mission to illuminate pathways to lifelong curiosity, celebrate academic achievement, and enrich communities. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, the Scripps National Spelling Bee is the nation’s largest and longest-running educational program.
