Truckee High School English teacher Craig Rowe has been named the 2022 Placer County Teacher of the Year. Logan Mallonee, Principal of Truckee High School, shared “Craig is an enthusiastic teacher who creates and supports daily opportunities to inspire, prepare and empower students for college, career and a purposeful life. He lives this THS mission and truly makes a difference in the lives of students, guiding them to uncover their potential, pushing them to do great work, and helping them to find bright futures.”

Placer County Superintendent Gayle Garbolino-Mojica made a surprise visit to Tahoe Truckee Unified School District on Friday, May 20, 2022, and recognized Craig Rowe in his classroom as a Placer County Teacher of the Year.