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 1, 2025, the 2026 finalists were surprised in their classrooms. Visit the OCDE Newsroom for all the details: OCDE makes surprise visits to announce the 2026 Orange County Teachers of the Year.
Congratulations!
2026 Teachers of the Year - Finalist Videos
 Jeannette Aguilera
Centralia Elementary School Centralia Elementary School District |
 Darcy Blake
Ladera Vista Jr. High School of the Arts
Fullerton School District
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 Erin Bro
San Clemente High School
Capistrano Unified School District
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Tracy Havens
Hicks Canyon Elementary School
Tustin Unified School District
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Megan Lee
Loara Elemenary School
Anaheim Elementary School District
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Catherine Reinhardt-Zacair
Fullerton College
North Orange County Community College District |
