Educational Service District 112 is currently accepting nominations for the Teacher of the Year and Classified School Employee of the Year. These annual awards honor an outstanding teacher and classified school employee from Southwest Washington. Recipients of these regional awards will have the opportunity to compete in the prestigious Washington State competition later this year.

School districts and members of the community are encouraged to nominate candidates using the combined nomination form provided by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI). The deadline for nominations is March 1, 2024.

 Teacher of the Year Selection Criteria:

  • The teacher has the respect of their community.
  • The teacher is knowledgeable in their field and guides students of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve excellence.
  • The teacher collaborates with colleagues, students, and families to create a school culture of respect and success.
  • The teacher deliberately connects the classroom and key stakeholders to foster a strong community at large.
  • The teacher demonstrates leadership and innovation inside and outside of the classroom walls that embodies lifelong learning.
  • The teacher expresses themselves in an engaging and effective way.

View last year’s winner >

Classified School Employee of the Year Selection Criteria:

  • The educator’s work is recognized as exceptional, and they have the respect and admiration of their community.
  • The educator is committed to professional growth and building deeper connections between schools and communities.
  • The educator collaborates with colleagues, students, and families to create a school culture of respect, success, and care for others.
  • The educator is a leader who makes connections between their daily work and student success.

View last year’s winner >

The Teacher of the Year and Classified School Employee of the Year represent the pinnacle of achievement in our region. We encourage school districts and community members to nominate individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service to their districts.

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