Golden Apple Educator Awards

Award Categories

Educators can be nominated in one of seven categories:

🌟 Future Teacher Award
Awarded to a high school or college student aspiring to become an educator. Nominees must volunteer with The Leaders Readers Network or a similar organization that supports children in the Texas Panhandle and demonstrate a positive impact in a teacher's classroom.

🍎 First Year Teacher Award
Recognizing a first-year educator who demonstrates a passion for teaching and literacy in their classroom and community.

📖 The Quill Award
Honoring an English teacher dedicated to instilling a lifelong love of reading and literature in their students.

🏆 The Legacy of Learning Award
Celebrating a veteran educator with 15+ years of experience who has made a lasting impact on generations of students.

🏛️ The Pillar of Wisdom Award
For retired educators, including teachers, librarians, campus support professionals, and school leaders, who continue mentoring and advocating for public education.

📚 The Golden Apple Literacy Award
Honoring a retired public school educator who has demonstrated a lifelong commitment to literacy and education.

💡 The Literacy Luminary Award
Recognizing a librarian or instructional coach who inspires students and teachers to be curious and seek knowledge. Nominees must be current public school educators.