William Jackson (center), principal of Nathan Hale High School in Seattle, received the 2023 Thomas B. Foster Award for Excellence. Photo courtesy of Alliance for Education.
Is there an educator, counselor, or principal at your child's school who you believe has done more than ever in promoting educational justice and racial equity in the school community? Now is the time to voice their work It's time to raise the bar.
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This week, the Seattle Public School District's local education foundation, the Alliance for Education, is inviting parents and others in the Seattle community to recognize principals, educators, A call was made to recommend a counselor. Excellence, the Philip B. Swain Excellence in Education Award, and the Adrienne Weaver Science Teaching Award.
Winners will each receive a $67,500 grant, and the funds will support their school community. Nominations can be made by anyone in the community, including students, school staff, parents, and community members.
Recognizing those who advance justice and equity
Since 1999, Alliance for Education endowed awards have provided school staff with additional funding outside of traditional school budgets to recognize excellence and enhance support for students, classrooms, and schools. . Here's what each award means and what the winners will receive:
- Thomas B. Foster Award for Excellence each year recognizes two principals who have contributed more than three years to their school with a $25,000 grant and a surprise celebration. This award commemorates Thomas B. Foster, a prominent Seattle attorney who demonstrated a strong personal commitment to public education.
- Philip B. Swain Excellence in Teaching Award Recognizes five 6th through 12th grade teachers and/or counselors who have served a Title I school for at least three years with an award that includes a $2,500 grant. This award honors former teacher Philip B. Swain, who was a passionate advocate for public education.
- Adrian Weaver Science Education Award Recognizes science educators who have worked in Title I schools for three or more years and teach kindergarten through eighth grade. The award includes a $5,000 grant for him. This honors Ms. Adrian Weaver, a former educator who loved education and science and believed in hands-on learning.
Principals, educators, and counselors who inspire others
“These awards recognize counselors, educators, and principals who exemplify the commitment we need from each other to advance the arc of justice in our public schools,” said Jonas, vice president of impact at the Alliance for Education.・Mr. Fikaku said. “We are inspired by this award’s impact on educator teaching, philosophy, school culture, and student experience.”
The selection process for winners emphasizes community nominations and also considers school-level data. Winners will be announced this spring and recognized at the Alliance for Education Annual Gala, Auction, and Alliance for Education. after party April 27, 2024.
Nomination method
To nominate a principal, educator, or counselor: Visit the award nomination webpage and fill out the short form. Nominations will be accepted until Sunday, March 31st.
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