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PLTW educators play an immeasurable role in creating transformative learning experiences in their classrooms through PLTW programs.

Each year, we honor and recognize outstanding PLTW teachers and administrators through the National PLTW Teachers and Administrators of the Year awards.  

Nomination portal closes May 2, 2025.
Nominate a Teacher    Nominate a Administrator
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Award Categories

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Nomination Criteria

Who is eligible to submit? 

Any educational community member (staff, faculty, or administrators) can nominate a PLTW educator for this award. 

FAQ Teacher Award
FAQ Administrator Award

 

National PLTW Teachers and Administrator of the Year will receive: 
  • An engraved award recognizing the recipient’s outstanding achievement 
  • A celebratory recognition event planned in your school building 
  • A $1,000 prize (subject to all applicable federal, state, and local income taxes) 
  • Winners’ schools will also receive a $2,000 myPLTW Store credit 
  • Travel and registration to PLTW Summit 2026  
  • Recognition through PLTW communications  
  • Public recognition of recipient’s award 
 

 

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If you have questions or concerns, the PLTW Solution Center is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week at 877.335.7589 or solutioncenter@pltw.org