The GiveJoy Foundation believes that education is critical to empowering and guiding students to bright futures. As part of our mission to spread joy by providing students with resources related to physical health (body), mental wellness (mind), and character development (heart/soul), we aim to recognize the very individuals who make educating future generations a possibility through the Joy of Teaching Award.
The Joy of Teaching Award seeks to:
Recognize and encourage quality education through excellent, compassionate, and innovative teaching
Celebrate the commitment and dedication of education professionals
Elevate the image of education and educational institutions through public awareness in our communities
Stimulate the personal and professional growth of educators of all levels
Encourage inventive classroom activities that will actively inspire students and parents
Catalyze the attraction of new people to the education profession
About Nominations
Nominations may be submitted by education professionals, parents, or students. Education professionals are allowed to self-nominate. Nominations can be submitted online via a nomination form. Nominees are limited to the United States.
Nomination questions include:
1) What are three words to describe the person nominated? Please expand on each of these.
2) How has the nominee demonstrated a commitment to education?
3) Please provide one example of how the nominee has made an impact in or brought joy to your life and/or the lives of others on your campus or in your community?
Nominations will be accepted from March 3rd to April 18th. Awardees will be announced during Teacher Appreciation Week.
For the scope of this program, education professionals are categorized as any individual involved within the school setting in any teaching, paraprofessional, or teacher support roles.
Award Specifics
For 2025, THREE Joy of Teaching Award recipients will be selected: 1 from Del Valle ISD; 1 from Bryan ISD; 1 from any educational institution in the US.
Joy of Teaching Award recipients will receive recognition at their schools and by The GiveJoy Foundation, as well as a $1000 American Express Gift Card.
SELECTION CRITERIA
Nominations will be reviewed and judged by the GiveJoy Foundation Selection Committee based on the following criteria:
1) Alignment with the mission and vision of The GiveJoy Foundation
2) Demonstration of commitment to education
3) Positive impact made in the lives of students and the community
4) Innovative approach to teaching and education (within or outside the classroom)
Please reach out to info@givejoyfoundation.org with additional comments or questions.