Exceptional educators throughout Iowa are making a difference every day by getting students ready for exciting careers that are in high demand. Their enthusiasm for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is shaping the future by equipping the next generation of Iowans.
To recognize leadership and dedication that increase student interest in, and awareness of, STEM subjects and careers, The Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education is once again partnering with Google to honor one educator from each of the state’s six STEM regions with the Iowa STEM Teacher Award.
Nominations are being accepted through Sept. 30, at 4:59 p.m. The nomination process is simple and open to everyone, including fellow teachers, school administrators, students and parents.
Nominate an educator today for the 2027 Iowa STEM Teacher Award
Eligible nominees are:
- Licensed, full-time, PK-12 Iowa teachers who incorporate science, technology, engineering, or mathematics and related disciplines in public or accredited nonpublic school classrooms
- Full-time teachers who spend at least 75% of their working hours (approximately 30 hours, minimum) in the classroom–both virtually and in-person–interacting with students.
- Nominations for previous award recipients and self-nominations will not be accepted.
Recipients will be announced in early 2027 and will receive $1,500 for their classroom and $1,500 for personal use.
Visit educate.iowa.gov/STEM/TeacherAward to learn more and submit your nomination or contact [email protected] for more information.