Commander John Smart News Today

The award recognizes teachers for their commitment to teaching Americanism and patriotism by promoting civic responsibility, flag etiquette and patriotism in the classroom.

For his unwavering patriotism, Westhampton Beach High School social studies teacher Korey Williams has been named 2023 VFW New York State Teacher of the Year.

The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) is proud to announce it has named the national top teacher in its annual Smart/Maher VFW National Citizenship Education Teacher Award contest.