Melissa Frost, a dedicated science teacher at Buchanan Middle School, has been honored as the Michigan Department of Education’s 2024-2025 Region 7 Teacher of the Year. Organized by the Michigan Department of Education, the Teacher of the Year program aims to celebrate outstanding educators who demonstrate exemplary dedication to their profession and make significant contributions to the field of education. Frost exemplifies these qualities through his dedication to his students and innovative approaches to teaching.
In December, Frost had the opportunity to present at the American Geophysical Union Conference in San Francisco, California, a highly regarded event. At the conference, Frost shared her insights from her participation in the Faculty Research Experience Program at the Kellogg Biological Station Long-Term Ecological Research Program at Michigan State University. Frost’s contributions to science research and education have been described as not only improving her teaching practice but also enriching the learning experience of her students.
Frost is also involved with the Buchanan High School Habitat Restoration Project and the Buchanan Schools Farm Committee, where she helps provide outdoor education opportunities for over 600 elementary school students annually. As the regional teacher of the year, Frost will serve as a member of the Michigan Teacher Advisory Council. In that position, she will advocate for teacher voices and the improvement of Michigan’s public education system.
