Stacey Anderson Named 2025 Masonic Lodge Educator of the Year

Lynden High School teacher Stacey Anderson was named the annual Masonic Lodge Educator of the Year for Lynden Schools, with a ceremonial presentation occurring at the Lynden School District board meeting on June 12. 

“Stacey is an amazing example of the impact an educator can have across so many areas,” says Ian Freeman, Lynden High School principal. “While many students know her as their freshman health teacher, her contributions go far beyond the classroom.”

In Anderson’s career at Lynden, which began in 1998 as a home economics teacher at LHS, she has taught health, child development, AVID, careers in education, credit recovery and more and served stints at Lynden Middle School and Fisher Elementary. At LHS, Anderson has supported a cohort of AVID students, launched a Careers in Education program, advocated for the Multicultural Club and multilingual learners, designed and led a credit recovery program for students and served as a steady support for colleagues navigating personal challenges. 

David VanderYacht, superintendent, says that Stacey is a champion for all students and works tirelessly to create positive opportunities, particularly for multilingual and marginalized students. “Stacey has been instrumental this year in supporting the families, friends and students associated with the passing of beloved Lynden educators during this past school year,” he says, “and coming alongside other LHS colleagues and friends during difficult life events.” 

The title comes with a $1,500 award and Anderson’s name will be added to the plaque displayed by the district. 

“In every one of these roles,” Freeman says, “Stacey brings heart, initiative and a deep commitment to our students and staff. We are so proud to have her as part of our LHS family.”