Mother Deborah Venrick, of Centennial, nominated Meersman for his dedication and for going the extra mile for his students. Among other projects, Meersman helped Venrick's son Connor create a gumball machine, portable parallel bars and chess table at Powell Middle School in Littleton.

Read the rest of Venrick's story here.

Meersman will receive one year of Starbucks whole bean coffee, a brand-new espresso machine, and a Starbucks Card loaded with $150. Look for a full-page ad about Meersman's win in the Dec. 21 print edition of YourHub.com. In May, YourHub.com will name the Spring Semester Top Teacher, so be sure to nominate your favorite educator and send them off to summer break in style.

Learn more about the promotion here.

Congratulations again, Don.