Missy Testerman, 2024 National Teacher of the Year

Missy Testerman is a K-8 English as a second language (ESL) teacher in Rogersville, TN. Ms. Testerman served as a first and second grade teacher for three decades before adding an ESL endorsement three years ago through her state's Grow Your Own initiative. Ms. Testerman is the 2024 National Teacher of the Year and the 2024 Tennessee Teacher of the Year. This video is part of our Colorín Colorado Meet the Expert interview with Ms. Testerman.