ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- The 2026 Minnesota Teacher of the Year will be chosen from a field of 128 candidates. Get our free mobile appThis year's program will name the 62nd Minnesota Teacher of the Year. Eligible candidates include pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, Early Childhood Family Education and Adult Basic Education teachers, and those from public or private schools. The field of candidates includes:Kimball AreaLisa HennenSartell-St. StephenBritney SoldnerLindsey TrimboSauk Rapids-RiceSusana ManeaSt. Cloud Area School DistrictJodee BlairDevon BowkerPaige JanorschkeVida A. PetersonThe Minnesota Teacher of the Year banquet is set for May 3rd at the St. Paul River Centre.