Dothan, Ala. — Dothan Technology Center Graphic Arts educator Gina Burdeshaw has been named a 2026 Top 10 finalist for the Claes Nobel Educator of the Year Award.
According to Dothan City Schools, the national honor is awarded by the National Society of High School Scholars and recognizes educators for their dedication to student success, academic achievement and excellence in education.
Burdeshaw was selected as one of only 10 finalists nationwide. She will receive a $1,000 award from NSHSS, a personalized NSHSS Golden Apple Award and an invitation to the NSHSS Scholar’s Day celebration in Atlanta this August.
During that event, one finalist will be named the 2026 Claes Nobel Educator of the Year.
Dothan City Schools said it congratulates Burdeshaw and thanks her for the lasting impact she continues to make on students across the district.
