Awards
2026
NORTH DAKOTA
ART EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR
The North Dakota Art Education Association has named Jamie Worden the 2026 Art Teacher of the Year. Originally nominated in 2025, she was first recognized as the Winter North Dakota Art Educator, an honor that advanced her as a finalist for both the North Dakota Art Educator of the Year and the National Art Educator of the Year awards. She was formally recognized at the national awards ceremony held in Chicago in March 2026.
2025
WINTER ART EDUCATOR AWARD
In 2025, Jamie Worden was honored as the Winter North Dakota Art Educator by the North Dakota Art Education Association. She was nominated by a former student, a testament to her lasting impact both in and beyond the classroom. Following the nomination, members of NDAEA selected her for this seasonal award, recognizing her dedication to art education, student growth, and creative leadership.
