New Braunfels ISD is proud to recognize this year’s Campus Teachers of the Year. These outstanding educators go above and beyond each day, making a lasting impact on their students, campuses, and the entire school community. Each honoree was nominated by peers and community members in recognition of their dedication, innovation, and commitment to excellence in education.

These educators will now move forward in the selection process for the District Teachers of the Year. The district winners will advance to the regional competition, with the opportunity to earn the prestigious Texas Teacher of the Year title. The state honoree will then represent Texas in the national competition.

NBISD Campus Teachers of the Year

Elementary

Tim Kaufman - Teacher of the Year 2026

Carl Schurz
Tim Kaufman

Jared Tooker - TOTY 2026

County Line
Jared Tooker

Kristine Morales - Teacher of the Year 2026

Klein Road
Kristine Morales

Casey Albarado - Teacher of the Year 2026

Lamar
Casey Albarado

Danielle Randolph - Teacher of the Year 2026

Legend Point
Danielle Randolph

Jennifer Janacek - Teacher of the Year 2026

Lone Star
Jennifer Janecek

Heidi Blancarte - Teacher of the Year 2026

Memorial
Heidi Blancarte

Esperanza Cabrera - Teacher of the Year 2026

Seele
Esperanza Cabrera

Taylor Ueker - Teacher of the Year 2026

Veramendi
Taylor Uecker

Dalia Martinez - Teacher of the Year 2026

Voss Farms
Dalia Martinez

Elizabeth Downey - Teacher of the Year 2026

Walnut Springs
Elizabeth Downey

Secondary

Alex Searcy - Teacher of the Year 2026

New Braunfels
Middle School
Alex Searcy

Kyle Polk - Teacher of the Year 2026

Oak Run
Middle School
Kyle Polk

Dawn Ellis - Teacher of the Year 2026

Long Creek
High School
Dawn Ellis

Dan Dunn - Teacher of the Year 2026

New Braunfels
High School
Dan Dunn

Glynnis Akin - Teacher of the Year 2026

Two Rivers High School/DAEP/Gateway
Glynnis Akin

Dr. Laurelyn Arterbury shared her appreciation for this year’s honorees, saying, “Our school district is successful because of our wonderful teachers. Their passion and dedication is seen every day as they educate our students, and we are grateful for the impact that they make in our schools and community.”

The Teacher of the Year guidelines include:

Demonstrating exceptional leadership in their schools and beyond
Engaging with their communities to support student success
Inspiring a love of learning for students of all backgrounds and abilities
Being dedicated and innovative in their approach to education

The NBISD Elementary and Secondary Teachers of the Year will be announced at the Excellence Awards on Tuesday, April 28.