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 2027 WV Teacher of the Year Opens
March 2, 2026
Deadline for applications by 11:59 p.m.
May 4, 2026
Panel reviews applications and selects finalists
June, 2026
Panel interviews finalists
July, 2026
Announcement of 2027 West Virginia Teacher of the Year