Educators change the lives of millions of children every day, guiding them and making an impact extending beyond the walls of a classroom. While we appreciate educators all year, Teacher Appreciation Week is a special time to honor those who demonstrate their commitment to empowering students with the knowledge and power they will carry forever.
To celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6 - 10, Teachers Federal Credit Union is excited to announce its 4th Annual Teacher Appreciation Week Contest. Nine deserving educators who have made outstanding academic contributions to their communities will be awarded classroom grants.
Do you know a teacher who is making an impact on the lives of students in grades Pre-K-12? We want to celebrate them!
Nominate an educator you know, and they could be the recipient of a $2,500, $1,500, or $1,000 grant for their classroom as well as Teachers FCU swag for their students. We are awarding a 1st Place, 2nd Place, and 3rd Place prize in each of these three categories for a total of nine winners and $15,000 in grants.
Grades Pre-K-5
- 1st Place = $2,500
- 2nd Place = $1,500
- 3rd Place = $1,000
Grades 6-8
- 1st Place = $2,500
- 2nd Place = $1,500
- 3rd Place = $1,000
Grades 9-12
- 1st Place = $2,500
- 2nd Place = $1,500
- 3rd Place = $1,000
How it Works
All nominations are to be made through the submission form below. Following the nomination period of March 5 through March 19, 2024, we will use our rubric to select six finalists in each of the three categories. Choosing the winners is up to you! Public voting will take place here on the Teachers website from April 22 through April 26, 2024.
Requirements to Enter:
- Eligible teachers must work in a public or private school district in the United States.
- Eligible teachers must have an active teaching status, instructing grades pre-K - 12.
- The nominee or nominator does not need to be a Teachers Federal Credit Union member.
FAQs
Who is eligible?
This award is open to teachers instructing from Pre-K through 12th grade in any public or private school district in the United States.
Do I need to be a Teachers FCU member to nominate a teacher or to be nominated?
You do not need to be a Teachers FCU member to nominate a teacher or be nominated.
When is the deadline to nominate someone?
Please submit your nomination between March 5, 2024, 9:00 a.m. EST through March 19, 2024, 11:59 p.m. EDT
Can I nominate myself?
Yes, you can nominate yourself.
Who can nominate a teacher?
Anyone above the age 18 can nominate a teacher.
How are the finalists selected?
Finalists are chosen by a committee based on the following criteria:
25%: Completeness of the nomination;
50%: Compelling written essay nomination;
25%: How many nominations did you receive?
Teachers may be nominated multiple times: 1-5 nominations = 5 points; 6-10 nominations = 10 points; 11-15 nominations = 15 points; 16-20 nominations = 20 points; 21 and more nominations = 25 points
How many times can I be nominated?
There is no limit to the amount of times you can be nominated, and multiple nominations are encouraged!
How are the winners selected?
Winners are chosen based on public votes. Voting will be conducted on the Teachers website at teachersfcu.org/teacher-appreciation-week-contest. The educators with the most votes in each category will be selected as winners.
When does public voting start?
Public voting will be held from April 22, 2024, 9:00 a.m. EDT through April 26, 2024, 11:59 p.m. EDT on the Teachers website at teachersfcu.org/teachercontest.
How many winners will be selected?
There will be a total of 9 winners with 3 winners in each category:
- Pre-K - 5: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
- 6 - 8: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
- 9 - 12: 1st Place, 2nd Place, 3rd Place
When will the finalists be notified if they win?
Using the contact information that was provided in the nomination, Teachers will inform finalists between April 3 and April 15, 2024, using the contact information provided in the nomination. Winners will be announced on Teachers website, through social media, and via email during Teacher Appreciation Week beginning May 6.
What do the winners receive?
The winners in each category will each receive a grant to be used for classroom supplies, as well as Teachers FCU swag for their students. Prizes are as follows:
Grades Pre-K - 5
- 1st Place = $2,500
- 2nd Place = $1,500
- 3rd Place = $1,000
Grades 6-8
- 1st Place = $2,500
- 2nd Place = $1,500
- 3rd Place = $1,000
Grades 9-12
- 1st Place = $2,500
- 2nd Place = $1,500
- 3rd Place = $1,000
DISCLOSURE & CONTEST RULES
Nominations can be submitted via teachersfcu.org. You must be 18 years or older to submit a nomination. Checks will be made payable to the schools of the winning teachers. Please allow up to 2 weeks for a check to be made payable to the selected schools. A W-9 form must be filled out by the winner's school and be placed on file with Teachers Federal Credit Union upon receipt of funds. Not limited to any state or school district. Winners selected will have their photo taken. Winners grant Teachers Federal Credit Union the right to use any images, name, voice/video, recordings and any contest submissions in all forms of media, for all legal purposes, including but not limited to advertising, trade, or any commercial purpose through the world and in perpetuity. The contest is not applicable for Teachers employees.
