Montana History Teacher of the Year honored at Capitol [Video]

HELENA — Jenifer Powell, a Corvallis middle school teacher known for bringing history to life and helping students connect with the past was honored at Montana’s History Teacher of the Year and Centennial Bell ceremony.

Montana History Teacher of the Year celebrated at Capitol

Powell shared her feelings about the award.

“It is overwhelming. I have taught for 31 years and to end by receiving this award means the absolute world to me,” she says.

Powell retired in June 2024. On Friday she was joined by former students who experienced her passion for storytelling and Montana history.

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The History Teacher of the Year award is celebrated on Statehood Day at the capitol.

In celebration, students recited the Montana Constitution preamble, performed a song, and talked about how much Powell deserved the award. Each student also got Sacagawea dollar coins.

Powell says, “My greatest memories from teaching are when I …