Nominations Open For Top Educators In Ontario

 
 

September 30, 2009 9:05 AM

McGuinty Government Celebrates Excellence in Education

Nominations are now open for this year's Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence.

The awards recognize outstanding school and school board staff who make exceptional contributions to Ontario schools, and support, motivate and inspire Ontario students.

There are six award categories that recognize individuals who make a difference in education:


QUICK FACTS

 
  • Starting today, anyone can submit a nomination. The deadline is February 1, 2010.
  • An independent selection panel will review the nominations and award recipients will be announced in the spring.
  • Since the awards were launched in 2006-07, more than 3,000 nominations have been received and over 50 educators and support staff have been recognized.

CONTACTS

  • Gary Wheeler
    Communications Branch
    416-325-2454
    gary.s.wheeler@nullontario.ca
  • Grahame Rivers
    Minister's Office
    416-325-0122
    grahame.rivers@nullontario.ca



Ministry of Education
ontario.ca/education


 

"The people who work in Ontario schools are dedicated to helping students reach their full potential. These awards give us the opportunity to honour these exceptional individuals for their contributions."

 – Kathleen Wynne
Minister of Education

"I was truly humbled by this award recognition. My faith in our education system is so much stronger after hearing the great stories of the many dedicated educators we have in this province."

 – Joe Tersigni
2008-09 recipient of Teacher of the Year award.

 
 
 
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