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Award Nominations

We are continuing to honor educators through the Bilingual/ESL award nominations. Do you have somebody in the bilingual/ESL community that shines?

Important Dates:

  • Award Nominations Open - Monday, December 8th
  • Award Nominations Close - Friday, January 30th
  • Award Nominees receive application - Monday, February 2nd
  • Award Application deadline closes - Monday, February 16th

Award Eligibility

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Eligibility:
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Eligibility:
  • Certified ESL and/or bilingual teacher
  • Less than 3 years experience
  • Currently working in a Title III funded school
  • Rising Star Award Criteria
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Eligibility:
  • Certified ESL and/or bilingual teacher
  • More than 3 years experience
  • Currently teaching in a Title III funded school
  • Champion Award Criteria
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Eligibility:
  • Bilingual/ESL Administrator/Leader
  • Supports bilingual/ESL teachers and/or EB students, including immigrant students
  • Currently working in a Title III funded school
  • Leader of the Year Award Criteria

Nominations Open!

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email t3sympinfo@gmail.com

Spirit Award Winners

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Sandra Alvarez
2025
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Roxanne Smith
2024
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Yazmin San Miguel
2023
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Clarissa Davis
2022

Champion Award Winners

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Feliberta Santiesteban
2025
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Patricia Gonzalez
2024
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Narda Holguin
2023
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Althea Maldonado
2022

Rising Star Award Winners

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Carolina De Anda-Trevino
2025
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Mary Hernandez
2024
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Clarissa Castro
2023
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Victoria Bohannon
2022

Leader Award Winners

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Grace Benso
2025
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Jessica Salazar
2024
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Dr. Evelyn Sauceda
2023
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Dr. Patricia Quesada
2022