The Madera Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Salute to Education Reception and Awards Ceremony at the Madera District Fair on opening day, September 5.
Thirty educators from Madera Unified schools received the Distinguished Teacher of the Year award for their outstanding efforts displayed during the 2023-24 school year at their particular site.
Teachers are nominated and chosen by the school site peers based on their exceptional, skillful, creative, and dedicated teaching. Award winners must also display elevated care, respect, and kindness to students, parents, guardians, and co-workers.