Teacher Of Year Honors Go To West Morris Regional Educator

LONG VALLEY, NJ — A high-achieving educator from the West Morris Regional High School District has earned a prestigious nod as the New Jersey 2023–2024 "Teacher of the Year" in Morris County.

Robin Meyh, a Health and Physical Education teacher at West Morris Mendham High School, was among the honorees announced by the state Department of Education as part of the Governor's Educator of the Year program.

Meyh has taught all levels of physical education and health education at Mendham High School for the past 35 years. In addition to teaching, she has seventy seasons of coaching experience as the head coach of both the field hockey and girls' lacrosse teams.

"Robin was integral in the development, implementation, and growth of the Adventure Challenge course, which has been an exemplary model for local schools to replicate. To further enhance the adventure experience, she helped create the Peer Adventure Lead Student (PALS) program, which allows upperclassmen leadership opportunities to facilitate and guide underclassmen," the New Jersey Department of Education said.

Meyh has led her department through numerous curriculum, supervision, and development transitions, and she employs her years of experience, strong leadership skills, and calm voice of reason in even the most difficult situations.

Earlier this year, Meyh announced that she would be retiring from teaching and coaching at the end of the spring season.

Colleagues describe her as an extraordinary educator with a natural ability to motivate her students, set a good example, and work collaboratively.

"I teach because I had so many incredible role models growing up throughout my educational experiences. I love to share my knowledge and enthusiasm with my students. I encourage them to step outside their comfort zone every day so that they can find self-worth and reach their full potential," Meyh said.

Individual schools nominate educators for County Teacher of the Year through the Governor's Educator of the Year Program, which promotes a positive school culture by recognizing outstanding teachers and educational services professionals' hard work and dedication.

During the upcoming school year, the County Teachers of the Year will network with educators across the state and serve as ambassadors for New Jersey's public schools.

Based on written applications, video submissions, and interviews with the top finalists, a panel of educators selects the New Jersey State Teacher of the Year from among the 21 county teachers of the year. The New Jersey State Teacher of the Year will represent New Jersey in the National Teacher of the Year competition.

"I applaud the commitment and professionalism of each of the 21 county Teachers of the Year," Gov. Phil Murphy said.

"If you want to know why New Jersey’s public schools are rated as among the best in the nation, look no further than these 21 exemplars of the kind of quality teaching that takes place in every school throughout our state," Murphy added.