TEACHER OF THE YEAR

The VFW Department of Michigan recognizes the crucial role educators play in the development of our Nation's youth. The VFW Teacher of the Year program is one way we can highlight extraordinary teachers who dedicate themselves to building up their students and teaching the importance of patriotism, service to others, and love for the American people.

 

2025-2026 Teacher of the Year Program (click here)

 

Teacher of the Year Rules and Guide Sheet

 

2025-2026 Teacher of the Year Brochure (click here)

 

2025-2026 Teacher of the Year Entry Form (click here)


 Judging Score Sheet

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More than a Game: The legacy of the VFW Pool Tournament

In 1968, a friendly challenge to a game of pool was thrown out between VFW members from different parts of Michigan. Now, 56 years later, the VFW Michigan Pool League has attracted hundreds of veterans who compete annually.

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State Adjutant shares in-person memory of 1982 DC Vietnam Memorial dedication

VFW Department of Michigan Adjutant & Quartermaster Barry Walter attended the Washington D.C. Vietnam Memorial Dedication on November 13, 1982. Now, 76, Barry recalls being a 35-year-old VFW service officer, witnessing history for his generation of warriors.

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Remembering the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - On Monday, Jan. 19, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and its Auxiliary join the nation in honoring the life a...

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VFW Action Alert: Tell Congress to Act on the Major Richard Star Act

Some combat-injured service members were forced to leave the military early because of serious injuries. Even though they served honorably, they do...

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