HELENA — The Montana Office of Public Instruction (OPI) and Superintendent Susie Hedalen are proud to announce Kortney Douma,( Doo-Muh) a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher at Belgrade High School, as the 2026 Montana Teacher of the Year!
Selected from an outstanding group of educators from across the state, Ms. Douma earned this prestigious honor for her unwavering dedication to student success, innovation in the classroom, and commitment to advancing the teaching profession. The Montana Teacher of the Year Program recognizes excellence in teaching and celebrates educators who inspire students to learn, grow, and thrive.
As the 2026 Montana Teacher of the Year, Ms. Douma will serve as an ambassador for the teaching profession, representing Montana in the National Teacher of the Year Program and sharing her passion for education with colleagues, students, and communities across the state.
