District 91心頭istration invitesK12 leaders to apply for our National Awards of Distinction Program, which honors district visionaries who have pioneered innovative initiatives that revolutionize education.
Leaders can or to be considered for one of four awards: Districts of Distinction, Leaders of Distinction, Women of Distinction and Superintendent of the Year.
Here are the criteria for each award:
Districts of Distinction
We are searching for pioneering initiatives that have made a significant impact on student achievement, engagement and overall educational excellence. This includes:
Innovative Practices: Recognizing districts that have implemented innovative and successful approaches to address educational challenges, improve student outcomes or enhance community engagement.
Student Achievement: Acknowledging districts that have demonstrated significant improvements in student achievement, including academic performance, graduation rates or closing achievement gaps.
Community Impact: Evaluating districts that have positively impacted their communities through initiatives such as partnerships with local organizations, community service programs or outreach efforts.
Leaders of Distinction
Leaders of Distinction provides an exceptional platform to recognize individual leaders who have demonstrated exceptional vision, executed innovative strategies and achieved remarkable results. Criteria include:
Visionary Leadership: Identifying leaders who have demonstrated a clear and inspiring vision for their district, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Educational Impact: Recognizing leaders who have implemented effective strategies resulting in improved student outcomes, increased graduation rates, or enhanced educational opportunities.
Collaborative Engagement: Considering leaders who have successfully engaged stakeholders, such as teachers, staff, parents, and the community, in the decision-making process and built strong relationships to support student success.
Women of Distinction
91心頭 is recognizing women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills based on the following:
Leadership Excellence: Recognizing women who have exhibited exceptional leadership skills in the education field, inspiring and empowering others to achieve their full potential, resulting in improved student outcomes, increased graduation rates or enhanced educational opportunities
Advocacy and Equity: Evaluating candidates who have been champions for educational equity, advocating for inclusive policies and promoting opportunities for marginalized student populations.
Superintendent of the Year
91心頭’s prestigious Superintendent of the Year Award recognizes bold and courageous leaders driving transformation within their schools and communities. We are looking for:
Educational Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead a school district with vision, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes student achievement and well-being.
Community Engagement: Proven success in building strong partnerships with parents, community leaders and local organizations to support and enhance educational outcomes
Innovation in Education: Implementation of groundbreaking strategies and programs that drive academic excellence, equity, and continuous improvement across all levels of the school district.
The deadline to apply is Sept. 11, 2026. Learn more .
