The annual process of recognizing the Teacher of the Year begins with the submission of applications and unfolds over six months each year, concluding with the announcement of the Teacher of the Year in September.
Milestone
Date
Application window for 2026 WV Teacher of the Year Opens
March 3, 2025
Deadline for applications by 11:59 p.m.
May 12, 2025
Panel reviews applications and selects finalists
June 1, 2025
Panel interviews finalists
June 1, 2025
Announcement of 2026 West Virginia Teacher of the Year