Horizon’s 2026 Teacher of the Year — Community Nominations

TO NOMINATE A TEACHER AT A WELLINGTON SCHOOL, CLICK "ADD IDEA" BELOW

IDEA TITLE: Name of Teacher

DESCRIPTION: Tell us why this teacher is so amazing and deserves to win Teacher of the Year!

AUTHOR: Your name



Every day, teachers in our community show up with heart, patience, and a commitment to helping students grow. We want to celebrate the educators who go above and beyond — the ones who make a lasting impact.

This year, Horizon Pool & Patio is proud to honor these incredible teachers as part of our 40th anniversary celebration. Horizon is a three‑generation, family‑owned business that has called Wellington home since 1985. Our founders, Chuck and Linda Grove, raised their family here. Their children raised their families here. And now the next generation is growing up in the same schools, neighborhoods, and community that shaped Horizon from the very beginning.

For 40 years, we’ve had the privilege of serving local families — keeping their backyards safe, fun, and ready for memories. Recognizing the teachers who pour into our children every day feels like a meaningful way to give back to the community that has supported us for decades.

Nominate a teacher who has inspired your family or made a difference in your school community. After nominations close, the community will vote, and our judges will select the final winner.

Thank you for helping us celebrate the educators who make Wellington such a special place to live, learn, and grow.

How it works:

• Anyone can submit a nomination, including self-nomination
• Nominated teachers must be K–12 educators at any Wellington school.
• Voters must be 18 years or older.
• All nominations are reviewed before being published
• Voting opens after the nomination period ends
• One vote per person during the voting phase
• The winner will be announced after our judges review the top finalists

Thank you for helping us shine a light on the incredible teachers in our area.