Meet the 2026 National Teacher of the Year
"CBS Mornings" exclusively revealed Leon Smith, who teaches at Haverford High School in Pennsylvania, as the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.
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National Teacher of the Year revealed
"CBS Mornings" exclusively revealed Leon Smith, a social studies teacher at Haverford High School in Havertown, Pennsylvania, has been selected as the 2026 National Teacher of the Year. Smith discusses the honor, how he starts his class each day and his tips for young teachers.
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7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
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Meteor spotted over Pennsylvania, Ohio
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Fetterman opens up about depression battle
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U.S. men's hockey honors Johnny Gaudreau after gold medal victory
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Melissa Rocuba's Final Moments
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Remaining slavery exhibits don't need to be reinstalled for now, court rules
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Fire at Lehigh Valley Hospital in Dickson City prompts dozens of evacuations
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9/22: The Takeout: State election officials
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Extended interview: Josh Shapiro
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How officials, crews prepare for winter storm
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