Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year
Since 1970, the Illinois State Board of Education has sponsored the Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year program to honor educators who have made significant contributions to our state's public and nonpublic elementary and secondary schools. Awards are presented in seven categories: classroom teachers, early career educators (teachers 1-4 years), school administrators, student support personnel, educational service personnel, community volunteers, and teams. Application materials are evaluated by a selection committee composed of individuals who represent a variety of educational organizations. All awardees are honored at an annual banquet in the Spring. Send a message to
awards@isbe.net if you have questions about the program.
Illinois Excellence in Education
The Illinois Excellence in Education luncheon, sponsored by IEA and IFT, is dedicated to honoring many of Illinois’ top educators nominated for awards by an organization tied to education throughout Illinois and nationally. These educators may be representative of their specific content field, grade level, or region in which they teach.
2020/2021 Illinois Excellence in Education
Send a message to
awards@isbe.net if you have questions about the program.
Milken Educator Award
Known as the “Oscars of Teaching,” the Milken Educator Awards celebrates the outstanding work of one teacher in Illinois through a $25,000 unrestricted award. Established in 1987 by the Milken Family, the foundation has awarded over $70 million. Milken Educator Awards target early-to-mid career education professionals for their outstanding achievements and future potential to the field of education.
See
previous winners and more information on Milken.
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ILLINOIS GREEN RIBBON SCHOOLS
The
Green Ribbon Schools program recognizes schools that are leading the way to promote sustainability and environmental education. Illinois Green Alliance, working in partnership with the Illinois State Board of Education, annually reviews applications from schools that integrate best practices in energy, water and waste management, healthy school environments, and environmental education. Winning applications for the Illinois Green Ribbon program demonstrate progress and achievements in each of the three pillars:
- Reduce environmental impact and costs;
- Improve the health and wellness of schools, students, and staff; and
- Provide environmental education, which teaches many disciplines, and is especially good at effectively incorporating STEM, civic skills, and green career pathways.
Find more information on the
Green Ribbon Program Page and reach out to
awards@isbe.net with any questions.