Colorado’s 2027 Teacher of the Year is Strasburg science teacher Merci Ames
Did you know search engines like Google are changing the way you see news? Keep Chalkbeat’s valuable education coverage at the top of your feeds by clicking here and checking the box next to our name. Merci Ames, a science teacher at Strasburg High School, is Colorado’s 2027 Teacher of the Year, the Colorado Department of Education announced Thursday. Ames has been teaching for 35 years. She also…
Colorado has named Merci Ames, a science teacher at Strasburg High School, as the state's 2027 Teacher of the Year. Ames, who has been teaching for 35 years, is also known for coaching basketball teams and leading the HOSA-Future Health Professionals student organization in Strasburg School District 31J. The Colorado Department of Education praised Ames for her warmth, dedication, and commitment to her students, stating that she stands out through her consistent efforts to bring positive change in the classroom and school community.
As the 2027 Teacher of the Year, Ames will receive a $5,000 gift from the Boettcher Foundation, continuing education credit from Adams State University, and the opportunity to award a scholarship to a student of her choosing. She will also represent Colorado in the National Teacher of the Year competition.
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