Forestry Teacher of the Year

Now Accepting 2026 Georgia Forestry Teacher of the Year Applications!

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 award recognizes the teacher’s dedication to growing the next generation of forest leaders.

🗓️ Application deadline is June 15, 2026.

APPLY HERE

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*

Past Award Winners

Read About the 2025 Winner Here

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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