Outstanding Teacher in Agriculture Award
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2025 Outstanding Teacher in Agriculture - Cailyn Morash
BCAITC is pleased to announce Cailyn Morash as the recipient of the 2025 BCAITC Outstanding Teacher in Agriculture Award. The award was presented to Cailyn at the BC Agriculture Council’s Policy Forum Gala in Penticton for demonstrating outstanding leadership and innovation in agriculture education.
Cailyn Morash is a Grade 6 Math/Science teacher from Glenrosa Middle School in West Kelowna, where her passion for agriculture and food education stems from the intention of sharing the unique richness of BC’s local farms and food systems with her students. Since joining the teaching profession four years ago, Cailyn has made it a priority to educate students about BC’s agriculture and food, fostering a deeper understanding of where our food comes from and its connection to sustainable practices.
Cailyn remarks “As a teacher, I want my students to develop a deep understanding of where their food comes from, including the journey it takes from farm to table. I also want them to cultivate a meaningful relationship with the land, recognizing its importance, respecting its resources, and appreciating the role it plays in supporting our communities and food systems.”
Cailyn credits BCAITC programs like Spuds in Tubs for inspiring her students. She shares “Watching my students' excitement as they return from spring break to see how much their potato plants have grown is truly heartwarming. It’s such a hands-on and engaging way to teach students about plant growth, food production, and the joy of cultivating something themselves. The program sparks curiosity and brings learning to life in a memorable and meaningful way!”
For educators seeking to integrate agriculture and food education into their classrooms, Cailyn advises: “Look for opportunities where agriculture and food education can fit naturally within your existing curriculum. It doesn’t have to be a large-scale project—it can be as simple as incorporating discussions about where food comes from during science, math, or even art lessons. Small, meaningful connections can make a big impact and engage students in a hands-on, real-world learning experience. The key is to bring in these concepts organically and make them relevant to your students' daily lives!”
For her inspiration and leadership in agriculture education, BCAITC is pleased to recognize Cailyn Morash with the 2025 Outstanding Teacher in Agriculture Award.
BCAITC congratulates Cailyn Morash on this prestigious award!
BCAITC has been presenting BC teachers with the Outstanding Teacher in Agriculture Award since 2004. The award acknowledges teachers who are ambassadors for agriculture education - they are people who make it a priority for their students to learn about BC food and farming. Thank you to DairyCrop for generously sponsoring this award.
Previous Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award Recipients
- 2024 - Shon De Vet
- 2023 - Aaron Veenstra
- 2022 - Michelle Johnsrude
- 2021 - Robin Ruff
- 2020 - Gary Funk
- 2019 - Monica Bradbury
- 2018 - Chef Brian Smith
- 2017 - Tania Toth
- 2016 - Karla Stroet
- 2015 - Patricia Regan
- 2014 - Joe Massie
- 2013 - Chef Gerald Worobetz
- 2012 - Lori Pilling
- 2011 - Gail Chan and Chef Randle
2026 Outstanding Teacher in Agriculture Award Nominations
Each year, we recognize a BC teacher who has been a champion in agriculture education. Nominations for the 2026 Outstanding Teacher in Agriculture Award will be accepted from September 1 to November 15, 2026. Watch this page for more information (coming fall 2026).
BC Regional Science Fair Awards
To highlight the connection between agriculture and science, BCAITC supports the Science Fair Foundation of British Columbia. Each year, we contribute 13 regional science fair awards for outstanding projects that demonstrate the practical application of scientific principles to agriculture.
2026 Science Fair Award Winners by Region
2025 Science Fair Award Winners by Region
2024 Science Fair Award Winners by Region
2023 Science Fair Award Winners by Region
2022 Science Fair Award Winners by Region
2021 Science Fair Award Winners by Region
Visit the Science Fair Foundation BC for more information on BC science fairs and awards, student resources, and the Science Fair Mentorship Program.
BCAITC Scholarship for 4-H BC Members
Every year, BCAITC supports 4-H British Columbia (4-H BC) by awarding a $1,000 scholarship to an active member of the organization who is enrolled (or plans to be enrolled) in a BC university Teacher Education Program. We are pleased to announce that Tamsyn Clay is the recipient of the 2024 BCAITC scholarship! Congratulations Tamsyn!