Michelle Gross

Ms. Gross Named Kentucky Teacher Achievement Award Winner and Finalist for 2026 Kentucky Teacher of the Year

We are proud to share that Ms. Gross has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Kentucky Teacher Achievement Award and is a finalist for the 2026 Kentucky Teacher of the Year!

This year, the competition saw an impressive 753 applicants from across the state, highlighting the incredible talent and dedication of Kentuckyโ€™s educators. Ms. Gross will be honored alongside eight other outstanding teachers during a special ceremony on October 7th in Frankfort, where the winners of the elementary, middle, and high school divisions will be announced.

From these three division winners, one exceptional educator will be named the 2026 Kentucky Teacher of the Year and will go on to represent Kentucky in the National Teacher of the Year competition.

Please join us in congratulating Ms. Gross on this remarkable achievement. Her passion, commitment, and daily impact on students and the school community continue to inspire us all. We are incredibly proud of her!