Celebrating Champions of Student Success

 
Celebrating Champions of Student Success
 
 
 

May 4, 2011 5:10 PM

McGuinty Government Recognizes Outstanding Educators

Premier Dalton McGuinty thanked teachers, a principal and support staff for inspiring Ontario's students to succeed and reach their full potential.

The educators received the Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence for their contributions to student success. Two new categories were added this year -- Philanthropy in Education and the Chair's Award for Community Contribution. 

Premier McGuinty presented the awards to educators who excel at supporting and inspiring Ontario's young people. Among those honoured this year is a teacher who developed innovative reading programs to help students with severe learning disabilities, a principal who used the theme of knighthood to create a culture of respect among his students, and a support secretary who directs the school choir and organizes food and clothing drives for the needy. 

Seventeen Premier's Awards for Teaching Excellence were handed out this year. One hundred and twenty-six people have received awards since they were created five years ago.

QUICK FACTS

 
  • The awards were created by the McGuinty government in 2006 to celebrate excellence in Ontario schools.
  • There are eight award categories: Teacher of the Year, New Teacher of the Year, Excellent Support Staff, Excellence in Leadership, Team of the Year, Lifetime Achievement, Philanthropy in Education and the Chair's Community Contribution.
  • Since 2003, the number of students meeting the provincial standards for literacy and numeracy has increased from 54 per cent to 68 per cent.
  • Today, 81 per cent of students are graduating from high school, compared to only 68 per cent in 2004.



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"Through their incredible talent and passion for teaching, our award winners are helping students reach their full potential and setting them up for a lifetime of success. Thank you for all that you do to inspire our youth to imagine a bright future for themselves."

 – Dalton McGuinty
Premier of Ontario

"Our teachers and support staff work hard to mentor students and give them the best possible start in life. These awards are a great opportunity to recognize their dedication and the exceptional contributions they make to Ontario's schools."

 – Leona Dombrowsky
Minister of Education

 
 
 
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