Do you know of a great teacher in Rocky View who you think deserves to be recognized?

You can nominate teachers and principals for an Excellence in Teaching Award for their exceptional work with K-12 students in Alberta classrooms. Nominations for the 2012 Excellence in Teaching Awards must be submitted to Alberta Education by February 3.

“Teachers and principals are inspiring our children and making a difference in their lives every day,” said Education Minister Thomas Lukaszuk. “The Excellence in Teaching Awards is a great opportunity for parents, students and teacher colleagues to show their support and appreciation for educators in their communities.”

From the eligible nominations received, approximately 130 semi-finalists will be selected. Twenty of those semi-finalists will receive Provincial Excellence in Teaching Awards and three will receive SMART Technologies Innovative Use of Technology Awards.

Nomination packages in both English and French are available at www.education.alberta.ca/teachers/excellence.aspx. This website also includes details of eligibility and selection criteria. The 23 award recipients will be formally honoured at a dinner and ceremony with the Education Minister on May 26 in Calgary.