Seattle Public Schools

Nominate an Outstanding SPS Educator!

Summary: Nominate an amazing principal, educator, counselor, or staff member making a difference in Seattle Public Schools

Nominate an Outstanding SPS Educator!

Do you know an amazing principal, educator, counselor, or staff member making a difference in Seattle Public Schools? Now’s your chance to recognize their impact!

The Alliance for Education is accepting nominations for three prestigious awards:

  • Thomas B. Foster Award for Excellence
  • Philip B. Swain Excellence in Education Award
  • Adrienne Weaver Science Teaching Award

These awards honor exceptional SPS staff who are advancing educational justice and racial equity in their schools and classrooms. Nearly $75,000 in endowed grants will be awarded!

Nominations must be submitted by Friday, March 14.

Winners will be announced this spring!

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