Teacher Recognition Awards
Archdiocese of Hartford Nominees for the Light of Christ Teacher Recognition Award must have served successfully for at least five years as a teacher in a Catholic elementary school in the Archdiocese of Hartford or in an Archdiocesan high school. In addition, a nominated teacher must possess many of the following qualities:
Serves as a role model for students, a witness to Jesus, a dedicated educator, and a responsible citizen whose life is guided by Catholic principles.
Consistently demonstrates excellence in teaching and learning evidenced by the following characteristics: high student engagement; integration of technology and 21st century fluencies; the implementation of research based best practices; and cultivates a positive, successful learning environment in the classroom.
Consistently seeks to improve the school community and culture in positive ways.
Practices a commitment to “Teach as Jesus Did,” effectively integrating Catholic intellectual and moral traditions across curricular areas while modeling Catholic social justice practices in and out of the classroom.
Contributes to the viability of the school by exhibiting innovation, enthusiasm, collaboration, and excellence in the classroom.
Embraces each student as a child of God, accepting and advocating for every student; sets high expectations for every student; accepts the challenges faced to enable each student to realize their potential and self-worth; and educates each child with genuine respect and dignity.
Creates a culture of hope within the classrooms and school.
Award Recognition:
Ten teachers will be honored with this award.
Each teacher will receive an individual $1000 award in recognition of their professional excellence and ministry.
Each teacher will receive a $500 award to be used as determined by the winning teacher for use in his/her classroom.
Nomination Process:
Nominations may be submitted by elementary and secondary school administrators or teachers to The Center for Catholic Education & Formation starting in January 2023.
Nominations may also be submitted on line. (Coming in January 2023.)
After the submission deadline, nominations will be reviewed by the Award Selection Committee of The Center for Catholic Education & Formation.
The Award Selection Committee will review the nominations and select 10 candidates from among the nominees.
The awards will be presented at the March Faith Conference.
