Ivar’s and Kidd Valley are hosting the 10th annual Teacher of the Year contest in honor of Teacher Appreciation month.

Students 14 years or younger may nominate their favorite teacher for Teacher of the Year honors.

Students 14 years or younger may nominate their favorite teacher for Teacher of the Year honors.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of the program and Ivar’s and Kidd Valley will be doubling the prize money and awarding the grand prize winners — one for Ivar’s Teacher of the Year and one of Kidd Valley Teacher of the Year — a $1,000 gift card good for school supplies.

The students that nominate the winning teachers will also be a winner, garnering an Ivar’s Kids Meal for every student in their class, including a visit by Ivar’s famous Dancing Clam, or a delicious Kidd Valley burger party. In addition to the two Teacher of the Year grand prizes, the contest will also award four teachers a first prize of a $150 gift card for school supplies, and 30 teachers will receive second prize of a $25 Ivar’s or Kidd Valley gift card.

Students must nominate their teacher before May 27 by completing the form on the Ivar’s and Kidd Valley websites or visiting participating locations.