Young Brilliant Man De’Shawn Washington Makes History as First Black Man Awarded Massachusetts Teacher of the Year

In a groundbreaking achievement, De’Shawn Washington, a fourth-grade teacher at Maria Hastings Elementary School in Lexington, Massachusetts, has been honored with the prestigious Teacher of the Year Award, setting a historic record as the first Black man to receive this accolade in the state.

Washington, an active member of the Lexington Education Association, demonstrated an exceptional commitment to education, earning him the Massachusetts Teacher of the Year title. His contributions were acknowledged for fostering inclusivity, advocacy, and growth in his students.

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"As a teacher, advocate, student, and a cultivator of young changemakers, it is my duty to continuously learn how to empower my students to not only master grade-level standards but to be upstanding individuals with the capacity to ignite change in their communities,” expressed Washington.

Patrick Tutwiler, the Massachusetts Secretary of Education, commended Washington for his dedication, highlighting his role in instilling inclusivity and fostering the growth of students. The state expressed gratitude for educators like Washington who dedicate their time to shaping the minds of students every day.

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In another remarkable story, Adefemi Adeola Adedunke, a Nigerian teacher at Keke Senior High School, Agege, Lagos, secured 6.5 million naira and training in the United Kingdom after winning the 9th edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year competition. Her outstanding achievement in teaching was rewarded with a cash prize and training opportunity.