Bismarck (CSi) Heather Tomlin-Rohr, a kindergarten teacher for the past 14 years at Louis L’Amour Elementary School in Jamestown, was one of four finalists for the 2016 North Dakota Teacher of the Year.

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From left to right are: Mathew Myrold, a special education teacher Fargo; Supt of Public Instruction Kirsten Baesler; Heath Rydell, a physical education teacher at West Fargo; Heather Tomlin-Rohr, a kindergarten teacher at Louis L’Amour Elementary in Jamestown; and Amy Neal, Minot.

The announcement was made during a ceremony at the school that was attended by administrators, educators, representatives from the state’s education associations, and students.

The Teacher of the Year program recognizes and honors the contributions of America’s classroom teachers. The program is the oldest and most prestigious commendation to focus public attention on excellence in teaching. The state’s Teacher of the Year program is sponsored by the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction in conjunction with the Council of Chief State School Officers.