2024-2025 Teaching Excellence Awards Nomination Form

2024-2025 Teaching Excellence Awards Nomination Form
For over 40 years, the Ed Fund has recognized West Contra Costa Unified School District’s (WCCUSD) most outstanding teachers through the Teaching Excellence Awards (TEA), celebrating those who consistently go above and beyond to inspire and empower their students—inside and outside the classroom. These educators exemplify what it means to put students at the heart of the educational journey, fostering growth, curiosity, and resilience.

The Ed Fund is dedicated to honoring the tremendous work teachers across the West Contra Costa Unified School District have done—and continue to do—to support the diverse needs of our students. In every classroom, these exceptional teachers address the unique challenges faced by students, provide mentorship, and create inclusive learning environments where every student feels valued and capable of success.

This year, we are proud to announce the 2024-2025 Teaching Excellence Awards! The nomination form is now open, and we invite students, families, colleagues, and community members to recognize a teacher who has made a lasting impact. Please submit your nomination(s) by January 14, 2025.

Once all nominations are received, the selection process will begin. Our team will carefully review submissions to identify teachers whose dedication stands out, followed by in-class observations and interviews with finalists. We look forward to celebrating these remarkable educators who make a difference each day in the lives of their students and communities.

Nominated Teacher's Information

Please input information pertaining to the teacher being nominated.
Teacher's Name*

First NameLast Name
Teacher's District Email *
All communications will be conducted via email. Please double-check that the email address provided is correct.
District email MUST be @wccusd.net - Please enter a WCCUSD email address.
Teacher's School*
If "Other" please specify*
Grade(s)/Subject(s) Taught*
example: 11th grade Economics, 7th grade math, 3rd grade
Principal's Name*

First NameLast Name
Principal's District Email *
example@wccusd.net
District email MUST be @wccusd.net - Please enter a WCCUSD email address.

Nominator's Information

Please input information pertaining to yourself, the nominator.
Your Name*

First NameLast Name
Your Email *
example@wccusd.net, example@gmail.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Your Title*
If "Other" please specify*
Your School*
If "Other" please specify*
Please specify your relationship to WCCUSD*
How did you hear about the Teaching Excellence Awards (TEA)?*
Optional Confidentiality:*

I would like to keep my nomination confidentialI would not like to keep my nomination confidential

Nominee Questions
Please provide detailed responses to the following questions to help us understand the teacher’s impact on their students, colleagues, and school community.
How has the teacher created a healthy, positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports students' unique experiences, cultures, and socio-emotional needs?*

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How does the teacher inspire a love for learning and curiosity in students? Can you provide examples of specific activities or lessons that showcase this?*

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In what ways does the teacher support students' academic growth, especially for those needing extra help or encouragement? What unique strategies do they use to help students achieve their goals?*

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4. What makes this teacher stand out among their colleagues, and why do you believe they deserve the Teaching Excellence Award?*

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2024-2025 Teaching Excellence Awards Nomination Form

Nominated Teacher's Information

Nominator's Information

Nominee Questions