Overview

• President Joe Biden made a surprise appearance at the first-ever 'Teachers of the Year' State Dinner, honoring Missy Testerman, the 2024 National Teacher of the Year.
• First Lady Jill Biden, who hosted the event, emphasized teaching as a calling that shapes a better world, one student at a time.
• The dinner recognized teachers from across the U.S., including those from states, territories, and the Department of Defense.
• Missy Testerman, an English as a Second Language teacher from Tennessee, was celebrated for her commitment to education and student empowerment.
• The event also introduced new initiatives by the Biden-Harris administration to strengthen the teaching profession and support educational institutions.