McPHERSON, Kan. — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Kansas is proud to announce Tammy Gibson, a middle school teacher at St. Joseph Catholic School in McPherson, as the Kansas State Middle School Teacher of the Year.
Mrs. Gibson was selected for her exceptional commitment to education, her dedication to fostering civic responsibility, and her positive impact on students both inside and outside the classroom. Through her passion for teaching, she inspires young learners to think critically, serve others, and develop a strong sense of character and citizenship.
As the Kansas VFW State Middle School Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Gibson represents the VFW Department of Kansas, VFW District 5, and VFW Post #2715. She will advance to the national level, where she will compete against 52 other state-level educators for the prestigious Smart/Maher VFW National Teacher Award.
The VFW Teacher of the Year program recognizes outstanding educators who promote civic education, patriotism, and community involvement — values that closely align with the VFW’s mission of service to veterans, military families, and communities.
“Teachers like Tammy Gibson shape the future of our nation,” said the Veterans of Foreign Wars. “Her dedication to her students and her commitment to excellence in education exemplify the values this award was created to honor.”
The Veterans of Foreign Wars congratulates Tammy Gibson on this well-deserved recognition and thanks her for her continued service to students, families, and the McPherson community.
About the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is the nation’s largest organization of combat veterans, dedicated to advocating for veterans, supporting military families, and strengthening communities through service, patriotism, and education.
