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The Annette and Jim McConnell Teacher of the Year Awards honor the best history teacher each year at the elementary, high school, and pre-service levels. 

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The McConnells are steadfast supporters of history education in Michigan and have been a driving force to keep the past alive in all corners of the state.

To Nominate a Teacher:

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Send a nomination letter that should explain the attributes of the nominee as well as the description of a particular lesson. 1-3 additional letters of recommendation should be included in your nomination.  Additional items that are encouraged in any nomination are lesson plans, copies of anonymous student work, and student testimonials.

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Send nominations by MAY 1 each year to:

Nick Orlowski at  teachinghistoryinmi@gmail.com 

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2020 Winners

Elementary - Tara Maguire - Cook Elementary, Grand Blanc

Secondary: Ben Pineda- Haslett Middle School

Pre-Service: Caitlyn Buell - Michigan State University

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(click on names for a video about each)

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