Classroom teachers of any subject currently teaching in grades K-12, full-time or part-time, at any type of school (public, public charter, or private, for example) in the United States.

Current or former students, and parents on behalf of students (particularly the younger ones who may need a hand completing the nomination form!)

The Honored team looks for inspiring stories about deserving teachers. Each teacher we honor has made an important positive impact--either personal, academic, or inspirational--on a student’s life. We honor a variety of teachers who embody the many different ways that teachers are changing lives every day across the country.

Yes! He or she will receive a “You’ve Been Honored” email. This is our way of honoring every teacher who has been nominated. The email will include your answer to the “How has your teacher changed your life?” question we ask below. We also sometimes feature nominations (without using names or other identifying features) on our social media feeds to showcase as many stories as possible.

If your nomination is selected to move forward, Honored will contact you within approximately six months and then coordinate with your teacher and your school before making final decisions about Honoree selection.

A writer will interview you, your teacher, and another person who knows your teacher well and will write an “Honoree Story” that will be published on our website (please click here for examples). You will participate in a photo shoot with a professional photographer and your photos will be featured on our website and social media. Also, your teacher will receive a well-deserved $5,000 cash award!