Nominate an Outstanding SPS Educator!

Posted on: February 5, 2025

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!

Submit your nomination

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