Orange County is home to some of the nation's best teachers, and we are proud to recognize some of our finest educators each year.
On May 2, 2024, the 2025 finalists were surprised in their classrooms. Visit the OCDE Newsroom for all the details: OCDE makes surprise visits to announce the 2025 Orange County Teachers of the Year.
Congratulations!
2025 Teachers of the Year- Finalist Videos
Cassandra Cabrera
Mendez Fundamental Intermediate School Santa Ana Unified School District |
Keisha Cosand
Golden West College
Coast Community College District
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Rosie Harshman
Huntington Beach High School
Huntington Beach Union High School District |
Jordanna Jahn
James Irvine Intermediate School
Garden Grove Unified School District
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Joseph King
Hope School
Anaheim Union High School District
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Kathryn Mayfield
Arbolita Elementary School
La Habra City School District |
