The Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) is honoring exceptional educators and instructional leaders who have demonstrated quality skills in contributing to the early childhood education and out of school time field. EEC, in collaboration with regional grantees who provide professional development, mental health consultation, and family support services to EEC’s mixed delivery system will honor the contributions of 10 outstanding educators and instructional leaders in each of its 6 regions. Each recipient will receive an award and a certificate recognizing their accomplishments. Award recipients will also be honored at gatherings across the state and at the State House.
There are two separate awards you can be nominated for:
- Exceptional Educator Award- this award is for educators who are in a classroom.
- Exceptional Instructional Leader Award- this award is for instructional leaders who provide support to staff and observe classroom practices of staff (i.e. supervisors, lead teacher, etc).
Educators may nominate themselves or be nominated by someone else in the field. Applicants must complete the application process themselves. Please access the links below for the instructions and award application.
Please follow directions provided within the application. All applications should be returned to your Educator and Provider Support Grantee in your region no later than 4:00 PM on March 5, 2011. You will find information provided within the application on how to contact your regional Educator and Provider Support Grantee.
Attachment 1:
Exceptional Leader Award Application 1.9.12.doc 
Attachment 2:
Exceptional Educator Award Application 1.9.12.doc