Ohio teacher Kurt Russell named 2022 National Teacher of the Year: "I try to make sure that my students have the most opportunity to learn"

Kurt Russell, a history teacher from Oberlin High School in Ohio, has been named the 2022 National Teacher of the Year.  He was selected out of four finalists by the non-profit Council of Chief State School Officers.

His students say he is known for emphasizing cultural relevance and representation through his classes. 

"He's enthusiastic and relates his curriculum to real-world experiences," Oberlin High School Senior Nia Mitchell said.