Top Teacher & Employee Awards
2027 nominations are now open! Please submit an essay nominating the top teachers, employees, and leaders who you think consistently go above and beyond the call of duty.
Educators Who Foster Bright Futures
Welcome to our annual recognition of Top Teachers, Employees, and Leaders of OC who have dedicated their lives to shaping young minds and innovating education.
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Top Teacher Finalists 2026
We spotlight the Top Teachers of Orange County. Congrats to the Top Teacher of 2026 Lauren Vargas of La Habra High School, La Habra
Top Employee Finalists 2026
We spotlight the Top Employees of Orange County. Congrats to the Top Employee of 2026, Melissa Dunham of Heritage Oak Private Education, Yorba Linda