John Thayer and Michael Wong

John Thayer and Michael Kramer Wong are both recent Alameda County Teachers of the Year. John Thayer, a bilingual math teacher at Granada High, empowers students through Ethics Bowl and Migrant Education debate programs. Michael Kramer Wong has spent 15 years in his home community serving as a math leader and mentor, ensuring every student feels seen and supported. These outstanding educators go beyond the classroom to inspire the next generation of leaders.