A science teacher at Lowell High School was named Massachusetts Teacher of the Year for 2025, The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced Tuesday.

Tara Goodhue, the science department head at Lowell High School, was honored with the state’s top award for educators.

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education said the award, “…annually recognizes excellence in teaching through the selection of a teacher who exemplifies the dedication, commitment and positive contributions of educators statewide.”

Goodhue said when she first learned she was nominated by her students she thought it was a prank, but quickly realized how the spotlight on her department could benefit her students.

“I thought, ‘wow, I’ll go for it’ because this could be a great opportunity for the stud

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