Recognition Programs
To recognize and honor the contributions of outstanding school administrators, classroom teachers and education support personnel, the bureau coordinates the following programs:
- Florida Teacher of the Year Program
- 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year Application (PDF)
- 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year Video Observation Score Sheet (PDF)
- 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year Application Rating Form (PDF)
- Florida School-Related Employee of the Year Program
- Principal Achievement Award for Outstanding Leadership Program
- Outstanding Assistant Principal Achievement Award
For more information about Florida’s Recognition Programs, please contact:
Kerry Chapman, Recognition Coordinator
Bureau of Educator Recruitment, Development and Retention
Turlington Building, Suite 126
325 West Gaines Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400
E-mail: edrecognition@fldoe.org