Outstanding Contribution to Educator Preparation Award
NCACTE recognizes individuals who have made a significant and lasting impact on educator preparation across North Carolina. This honor celebrates exemplary leadership, innovation, and dedication to strengthening the preparation of future educators and advancing the profession statewide.
Recipients of this award demonstrate a sustained commitment to excellence, meaningful contributions to educator preparation programs, and a clear influence on the quality and effectiveness of teacher development.
NCACTE is currently accepting nominations for the Outstanding Contribution to Educator Preparation Award. We encourage you to nominate a colleague or partner whose work has meaningfully shaped educator preparation in North Carolina.
The nomination window is open through May 31, 2026, and the award recipient will be announced at the NCACTE Fall Forum.