Mahoning Valley Educators of the Year Honors Dinner

Join us on Tuesday, March 2, 2027, as we celebrate the exceptional dedication, talent, and impact of teachers across our region at the Mahoning Valley Educators of the Year Honors Dinner. This annual event recognizes the educators who go above and beyond to educate, mentor, and inspire the young people of the Mahoning Valley—both inside and outside the classroom.

Held at Waypoint 4180 in Canfield, the evening will shine a spotlight on outstanding educators whose commitment has helped shape generations of students.

Five Special Awards

• Educator of the Year
• Secondary Educator of the Year – Honoring a teacher in grades seven through 12
• Early Educator of the Year – Recognizing a teacher in kindergarten through sixth grade
• Golden Educator of the Year – Celebrating a teacher with 20 or more years of service
• Young Educator of the Year – Honoring a teacher with 10 years of experience or less

Event Details

Tuesday, March 2, 2027
Waypoint 4180 | Canfield
Doors Open: 4:30 p.m.
Dinner: 5:00 p.m.
Program Begins: 6:00 p.m.

This evening will bring together educators, community leaders, and supporters of public education to acknowledge excellence in teaching and lifelong commitment to students.

About the Honors Dinner

The Mahoning Valley Educators of the Year Honors Dinner was created by Josh MacMillan, a visual arts teacher at Hubbard High School with more than two decades of experience in education. His vision was to create a meaningful way to recognize the extraordinary educators who dedicate their careers to serving the children of our region.

Since its inception, the honors dinner has become a respected tradition—celebrating not only professional achievement, but also the lasting influence teachers have on our community.