Forestry Teacher of the Year

Applications are now open for the 2025 Georgia Forestry Teacher of the Year!

Are you—or do you know—a teacher who brings the forest into the classroom in powerful, creative ways? The Georgia Forestry Teacher of the Year Award celebrates exceptional educators who ignite curiosity, deepen understanding and foster stewardship through forestry education.

Whether you’re integrating forestry into science, agriculture, or environmental studies, this is your chance to be recognized for your dedication to growing the next generation of forest leaders.

📅 Apply or nominate a teacher by May 31, 2025.

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ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Educators must be actively teaching in the classroom in Georgia.
Educators must be a member of the Georgia Vocational Teachers Association.
Educators must teach forestry or incorporate forestry into their curriculum.

RECIPIENT AWARD

A plaque as a memento of your accomplishment
$1500 (cash)
Complimentary registration and lodging at the Georgia Forestry Association’s Annual Conference*

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Past Award Winners

About GFF

The Georgia Forestry Foundation seeks to connect every Georgian to the state’s forests by sharing facts and experiences and fostering connections with the stewards of our forestland.

Georgia’s managed forests are an essential part of the economic and environmental ecosystems of our state. The Georgia Forestry Foundation (GFF) was founded in 1989 to support the long-term sustainability of the state’s working forests, which cover nearly two-thirds of the land area in the state.

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