The 2027 finalists are:
Nicole Crocker
- Agricultural Education, Grades 9-12, Branson R-IV, Branson High School
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Emily Klein
- Social Studies, Grades 10-12, Bayless, Bayless High School
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Christine Logan-Hollis
- Science, Grades 7-8, Kingston K-14, Kingston K-14 Middle School
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Sarah Moonier
- Science, Grades 9-12, Rockwood R-VI, Rockwood Summit High School
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Sarah Newton
- English Language Arts, Grade 7, Valley Park, Valley Park Middle School
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Bailey Womble
- Special Education, Grades K-2, School of the Osage, Heritage Elementary
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