The Ministry of Education has announced the list of recipients for the 2025 Excellent Teacher Award. Taichung City is proud to have six outstanding educators honored with this prestigious recognition, tying with New Taipei City for the highest number of awardees nationwide! The awardees are as follows: Shih Yu-Chin, teacher at Taichung Special School for the Students with Hearing Impairments; Su Tzu-Chieh, director at Shang-An Elementary School in Xitun District; Yu Yu-Fen, principal of Feng Chia Elementary School in Beitun District; iu Su-Feng, secretary at Taichung Municipal Dali Senior High School; Chiu I-Ching, section chief at Dayang Elementary School in Qingshui District; and Lai Wen-Tsung, principal of Taichung Municipal Buzih Junior High School.
Director Chiang Wei-Min of the Education Bureau noted that the Excellent Teacher Award represents the highest honor in the field of education. The awardees have dedicated themselves to education over many years, demonstrating profound commitment and professional excellence in creating high-quality learning environments for their students—truly deserving of this recognition. He also expressed his gratitude to all the award-winning educators for their selfless dedication and unwavering perseverance. The award they have received is not only personal honors but also a source of pride for Taichung’s education sector, reflecting the city’s steadfast commitment to and pursuit of educational excellence.
The Education Bureau noted that all six awardees have heartfelt and inspiring journeys in education, each embodying the diverse nature and profound practice of the profession. Shih Yu-Chin, teacher at Taichung Special School for the Students with Hearing Impairments, has dedicated many years to special education. Guided by the belief that “special education is not about inability, but unique abilities,” she listens attentively to her students and guides them in discovering their strengths and shining their lives. Su Tzu-Chieh, director at Shang-An Elementary School in Xitun District, is known as a “multi-talented educator.” He is actively engaged in a wide range of areas including science education, language teaching, scouting, reading, and bilingual education. He has also worked to build counseling resources and promote aesthetic education in the arts. With enthusiasm, he continues to expand the boundless possibilities of education.
On the other hand, Principal Yu Yu-Fen has led Feng Chia Elementary School in Beitun District—located in a mountainous area—with distinction, promoting the “Into the Forests” curriculum that emphasizes local connection and the development of school-specific features. Her warm and positive leadership style has earned her high praise from both faculty and the local community, earning her the nickname “Sunshine Principal.” Liu Su-Feng, secretary at Taichung Municipal Dali Senior High School, has long served in both teaching and administrative roles. Her work spans language training, reading promotion, and lifelong learning for senior citizens, demonstrating both extensive experience and practical administrative competence. Though she is approaching retirement, she remains true to her educational calling, continuing to dedicate herself wholeheartedly to frontline education.
The Education Bureau also mentioned that Chiu I-Ching, section chief at Dayang Elementary School in the rural Qingshui District, is known for her energy and passion, often described as a “spinning top.” She has actively promoted writing education, guiding her entire class to submit articles to the Mandarin Daily News, achieving an impressive total of 159 published pieces. Her efforts have earned widespread praise from the faculty, students, and parents alike. Principal Lai Wen-Tsung upholds a student-centered approach to school management. During his tenure at Dajia Junior High School, he championed the vision of an accessible campus, successfully achieving the goal of “wheelchair access to every corner.” At his current post at Buzih Junior High School, the school was honored with the 2024 FIABCI-Taiwan Real Estate Excellence Awards, achieving the vision of a “joy campus for all”—a place where students enjoy learning, teachers enjoy teaching, and parents are happy to support education.