National Teachers Hall Of Fame Recognizes The Best of American Educators

National Teachers Hall of Fame in Emporia, Kansas

• Final resting place for outstanding teachers
• First class of inductees in 1992
• Five new teachers inducted every year
• Kareem Neal became the first teacher from Arizona to be honored in 2022
• Reflects the best in American education

Traits of the best teachers

• Consistently go above and beyond
• Connect and bring out the best in students
• Often humble and modest
• Bring passion, love, and emotion to their work
• Contagious enthusiasm and excitement

Calling to be a teacher

• Many successful teachers feel it was a calling from a young age
• Teaching is a profession that requires education and training
• Ignoring research and best practices hinders growth
• Teaching is an ever-evolving field
• The calling alone does not make an incredible educator

Evolution of education

• National Teachers Hall of Fame showcases the evolution of education
• Exhibits artifacts and learning tools from the past few decades
• Technology is a tool to enhance teaching, not a replacement
• Expands the reach and influence of teachers
• Student engagement and motivation are key outcomes

Impact of teachers on students

• Teachers shape the future by educating children
• Recognizing and honoring outstanding teachers is important
• Teachers have a profound influence on students' lives
• Hall of Fame celebrates the dedication and commitment of teachers
• Teachers play a crucial role in society's progress and development