VFW Top Teachers
Established in 1999 and named after former VFW National Commander John Smart and retired VFW Quartermaster General Larry Maher, the award recognizes our nation’s top teachers for their exceptional commitment to teaching Americanism and patriotism to their students by promoting civic responsibility, flag etiquette and patriotism in the classroom.
Awarded annually, the VFW selects one teacher from the elementary (K-5), middle (6-8) and high school (9-12) levels to receive a $1,000 award for professional development, and $1,000 for their school.
Please review the new rules and eligibility requirements and download the 2022 entry form to nominate a teacher you know. Teacher nomination entries must be received at a local participating VFW Post by the Oct. 31 deadline.
David Smith (Fauquier HS) was presented his award as the Post's First Place winner at the December 12 Post meeting.
Previously recognized at the December 12 Post meeting, Post First Place Winner Arlene Thorpe (C. M. Bradley ES) was recognized as the District 8 Elementary School Teacher of the Year at the District meeting on February 22.
Previously recognized at the December 12 Post meeting, Post First Place Winner Matthew Walker (W.C. Taylor MS) was recognized as the District 8 Middle School Teacher of the Year at the District meeting on February 22.