The resolution congratulates and commends the members of the 2025 Kansas Teacher of the Year team, recognizing the importance of the Kansas Teacher of the Year program, which is sponsored by the Kansas State Department of Education. This program aims to identify and celebrate exemplary teachers in both elementary and secondary education, fostering a network of educators who lead efforts to improve schools and student performance. The resolution highlights the selection process, where two teachers from each of the state's four congressional districts are chosen as finalists, culminating in the selection of one teacher as the Kansas Teacher of the Year.

Elizabeth Anstine from Leavenworth USD 453 has been named the 2025 Kansas Teacher of the Year, with several regional finalists also recognized for their outstanding contributions to education. The award includes the Hubbard Foundation Kansas Teacher of the Year Ambassadorship, allowing the recipient to engage in activities that support the program's mission. The finalists were honored at an awards banquet on September 28, 2024, where they received cash awards and mementos. The resolution, sponsored by Representative Susan Estes, emphasizes the significance of these educators and their role in representing Kansas at the national level.