JoAnne Brown, a science teacher at Olympus Jr. High School, has been named the Utah Teacher of the Year for 2018-19 by the Air Force Association.

The honor recognizes Brown for her involvement in STEM education, her outstanding classroom performance, collaborative initiatives, educational outreach, leadership, and her impact in the school and community.

“Ms. Brown competed with all levels of primary and secondary education teachers,” said Patti White, Air Force Association Chapter 236 VP. “We are thrilled to have such an amazing educator as JoAnne Brown be our Teacher of the Year.