Innovative Schools Project

What incredible evenings celebrating outstanding school teams and recognizing Randy Thompson of Menahga Public School as the 2026 Innovative Teacher of the Year — proving that great teachers don’t just inspire students, they inspire entire communities.

Thank you to Sourcewell for hosting fantastic Educators of Excellence events!
Lindsey Riffle

Thank you Hubbard Radio and De La Hunt Media for the opportunities this Spring to share the Innovative Teacher of the Year program.
Sourcewell Menahga Public School Lindsey Riffle

Great work, Jessica 'Gray' Gangl! Thank you for your leadership, hard work, and bringing innovation to Brainerd Public Schools!

Did you know?
Since 2016, BPSF has received a $5,000 grant each year from the Innovative Schools Project. These funds go directly toward our teacher grants- helping educators across our district bring fresh, creative, and innovative ideas into their classrooms.
We are incredibly grateful for the work they do to support districts like ours.
Learn more about the Innovative Schools Project at https://www.ispmn.org/

Randy Thompson, Paul Drange and Lindsey Riffle go on air with Tess and Eric to talk about the Innovative Teacher of the Year program and the Educators of Excellence recognition events hosted by Sourcewell.

04-06-26 Community Focus- Innovative Schools Project – WJJY 106.7 Lindsay Riffle, Executive Director of ISP, Paul Drange, Chief Regional Solutions Officer at Sourcewell, and Randy Thompson, educator at Menahga High School, joi

Innovative Teacher of the Year Board Luncheon and pictures from our visit to talk about our 2026 Innovative Teacher of the Year- Randy Thompson at Hubbard Radio

Another awesome Innovative Teacher Network meeting!
Sourcewell Lindsey Riffle

Idaho Education and Technology Association Conference 2026!!
Lindsey Riffle

https://www.parkrapidsenterprise.com/news/local/thompson-awarded-innovative-teacher-of-the-year
Lindsey Riffle Sourcewell Menahga Public School

In honor of his innovative teaching, Randy Thompson is the
2026 Innovative Teacher of the Year and awarded a $2,500 classroom grant to support further innovation in his classroom.

Through visionary leadership, Randy Thompson has demonstrated an exceptional ability to transform ideas into meaningful, real-world learning experiences. His work has expanded career pathways, strengthened community partnerships, and created measurable opportunities for students to connect classroom learning with future success. His commitment to collaboration, creativity, and student-centered practice exemplifies the mission and values of the Innovative Schools Project.

Presented by the Innovative Schools Project
Menahga Public School Lindsey Riffle Sourcewell

Congratulations, Deanne Trottier!!

Pequot Lakes School District's Deanne Trottier Receives Science Teaching Award