Brief Information
The Louisiana Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year 2026 award recognizes outstanding educators who successfully integrate agricultural concepts into Pre-K–12 classroom instruction.
This prestigious award celebrates innovative, interdisciplinary teaching that helps students understand the importance of agriculture in everyday life.
Eligible teachers have the chance to gain statewide recognition, professional development opportunities, and valuable prizes.
Key Dates & Details
- Award Name: Louisiana Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year 2026
- Application Deadline: January 31, 2026 (11:59 PM CST)
- Location / Type: United States (Louisiana) – Award & Conference-based
- Target Group: Certified Pre-K–12 teachers
- Announcement of Winner: By April 1, 2026
- Organizer: Louisiana Ag in the Classroom (LA AITC)
- Main Benefits: Conference travel, cash award, Apple iPad
Table of Contents
Overview
The Louisiana Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year 2026 award is an annual recognition honoring a Louisiana teacher who demonstrates excellence in teaching agricultural literacy. The award highlights educators who creatively embed agriculture into non-agricultural subjects, helping students connect classroom learning with real-world agricultural systems.
Agriculture touches nearly every aspect of daily life—from food and energy to technology and economics. Through this award, Louisiana Ag in the Classroom encourages innovative, integrated, and interdisciplinary instruction that strengthens students’ understanding of agriculture and its role in society.
What the Winner Will Receive
The selected Louisiana Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year 2026 will receive:
- ✈️ Trip to the National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference
June 22–25, 2026 | Providence, Rhode Island (valued up to $1,500) - 💵 $500 cash award
- 📱 Apple iPad
Eligibility
Applicants for the Louisiana Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year 2026 must meet the following criteria:
- Certified teachers currently teaching Pre-K–12
- Actively engaged in classroom instruction
- Integrating agricultural concepts into non-agricultural curricula
- Past winners may reapply 10 years after receiving the award
Eligible instruction may include, but is not limited to:
- Agriculture and the environment
- Food, health, and lifestyle
- Plants and animals for food, fiber, and energy
- STEM connections to agriculture
- Culture, society, economics, and geography
Innovative and interdisciplinary teaching approaches are strongly encouraged.
Application Details
Applications for the Louisiana Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year 2026 must be submitted online only via JotForm.
Required Application Components
Applicants must submit the following electronic PDF documents:
A) Educator Narrative (max 4 pages)
- Describe how National Agricultural Literacy Outcomes (NALOs) are integrated
- No identifying information (name, school, parish)
B) Monthly Timeline (max 2 pages)
- Evidence of agricultural instruction throughout the school year
- Use of LA AITC website activities or NAITC Matrix
C) Exemplary Lesson Plan (max 6 pages)
- Standards-based, interdisciplinary agricultural literacy lesson
- Includes objectives, materials, procedures, assessment, and NALOs
D) Education Practices Evaluation
- Demonstrated use of integrated, innovative, standards-based teaching
E) Documentation & Photos (max 4 pages)
- Classroom photos with captions (PDF only, no external links)
Formatting Requirements
- 12-point font, double-spaced, 1-inch margins
- Clearly labeled PDF files
Applications must be submitted by January 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM CST.
The winner will be announced by April 1, 2026.
For more context on National Agricultural Literacy Outcomes, review this official resource (external DoFollow link):
https://cdn.agclassroom.org/nat/data/get/NALObooklet.pdf
FAQ
Who can apply for the Louisiana Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year 2026?
Certified Louisiana teachers teaching Pre-K–12 and integrating agriculture into their curriculum.
Are agricultural teachers eligible?
The award focuses on non-agricultural curricula, but agricultural concepts must be clearly integrated.
Are handwritten applications accepted?
No. All applications must be submitted electronically via JotForm.
When will the winner be announced?
By April 1, 2026.
Official Link
👉 Apply for the Louisiana Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year 2026 through the official application portal:
- Application Form: https://lafarmbureau.jotform.com/222545685421154
- Official Website: https://aitcla.org/toty-application
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