Dr. John W. Harris 2026 Teacher of the Year Nomination Form

Section 1: Nominee & Nominator Information
Nominee's Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Name of School Where They Teach*
Grade(s) Taught *
Subject(s) Taught *
Has this nominee been teaching for at least 3 full years inside or outside the Sioux Falls School District? *They must meet this requirement in order to be considered.*

YesNo
Your Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Your Relationship to the Nominee*
Your Phone Number *
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Your Email *
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Date*

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Date
Do you give permission for the nominee to read your nomination after the award ceremony?*

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Section 2: Nomination Questions
Please respond to each question with detailed paragraphs that include specific, concrete examples of the nominee's impact on students, colleagues, and the school community.

Each response should be at least 250 words. Incomplete nominations will not be considered.
Excellence in Teaching and Learning: How does this nominee engage students and support their learning in the classroom? *

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Innovation and Continuous Improvement: How does this nominee use new ideas, strategies, or tools to enhance student learning and/or school culture?*

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Positive Impact on Students: How does this nominee inspire students to reach their full potential and contribute positively to their school and/or community? *

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Choose at least one of the following areas to describe how this nominee excels:*

Leadership and Collaboration (drives school initiatives, mentors colleagues, builds a stronger school community)Community and Family Engagement (partners with families, brings community into learning, strengthens connections that support students)Student Success for All (creates a welcoming classroom, ensures all students are supported, helps every student succeed)Professionalism and Integrity (acts with integrity, builds trust, strengthens school culture)
Describe how this nominee excels in that area:*

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Section 1: Nominee & Nominator Information