The following five teachers were finalists for the 2000 Harris Teacher of the Year Award. The Harris Teacher of the Year Award began in 1993 under the auspices of the Charlotte Chamber of Commerce. The award was, and still is, made possible by a grant from the James J. and Angelia M. Harris Foundation. Beginning in 1995, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Education Foundation took on the effort to honor teachers who are committed to excellence and innovation in public education. Beginning this year, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has graciously accepted responsibility for the review of nominees and selection of the winner.
Every public school is eligible to nominate one notable teacher.
Review of portfolios and interviews, conducted by the Superintendent's Teacher Advisory Council, enables the selection of one exemplary individual. Copyright Charlotte-Mecklenburg Education Foundation, 2000.