Stephanie King has been hosting a gathering for Miami-Dade's Teacher of the Year nominees for 23 years, creating a supportive community. The award, which began in 1967, recognizes dedicated educators, with finalists encouraged to bond over shared experiences. This year’s nominees include a diverse group of passionate teachers recognized not just for their teaching but also for their commitment as parents. The transition from a competitive atmosphere to a supportive community reflects the growth of the tradition and the importance of recognizing teachers' contributions.
King has created a community among past winners-where they support each other in the great moments but also through challenges.
This is like the Oscars for teachers, who often do not get recognized, said Renee O'Connor, an African American History studies teacher.
The tradition of awarding the prize to one of the county's highly passionate teachers has been in place since 1967, but King, Teacher of the Year in 2000, hosts the event.
All of this year's Teacher of the Year nominees are also dedicated parents who are able to strike a balance between caring for their children and caring for their students.
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