2026 Simplot Inspirational Teacher of the Year Finalist Jennifer Durrant

Please join us in celebrating an outstanding educator!

We’re proud to announce that Jennifer Durrant, a 4^th grade teacher at Syringa Elementary, has been named as a finalist for the Simplot Inspirational Teacher of the Year!

From my first interaction with Ms. Durrant, I could tell something was different. But it wasn’t until I volunteered in her classroom that I truly understood what I was looking at. After that first visit, I was hooked - not just because of what she was doing for the kids, but because I was growing from her example myself.

Angie S., Parent

The Simplot Education Council received 2,204 nominations honoring 407 standout teachers across District 25. We’ll be showcasing our finalists daily through Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

On Thursday, May 14, 2026, three educators—one from each level: elementary, middle, and high school—will be named this year’s Simplot Inspirational Teacher Award winners. All finalists receive a $100 award, and the top teacher in each category will take home a $500 prize from the Council.