Teacher of the Year

The relationship between the Mohegan Tribe and Connecticut educators continues a long Mohegan tradition of cooperation and outreach. For over a decade, the Mohegan Tribe has hosted the CT Teacher of the Year program to celebrate excellence in teaching and recognize the tireless efforts of these individuals who touch the lives of our children and instill a passion for learning.

As part of this program, the Teacher of the Year and nominees attend a celebratory reception and participate in workshops with members of the Mohegan Tribe who developed the Native American curriculum in conjunction with the State Department of Education. Participants also attend educational sessions and tours to develop program ideas to integrate Native American themes into the curriculum. Tours include the Mohegan Church, Tantaquidgeon Museum, and other historical and cultural sites in the area.