Educator of the Year | Tia Maria Foundation

Teachers' Insurance Plan
Educator of the Year Award

The Tia Maria Foundation is honored to partner with Teachers' Insurance Plan to recognize outstanding educators who make a lasting impact on their students and communities.

We believe in supporting teachers and celebrating their dedication to shaping future generations.

In our inaugural year, we proudly presented our first-ever Educator of the Year Award to Mrs. Kelly Mc Cracken-Villanueva, a truly inspiring educator and mentor.

This year, we are excited to announce a nomination process for our award.

Do you know a teacher who changes lives every day through compassion, leadership, and excellence?

Nominations can come from anyone and can be any educator in the Elizabeth Public Schools system. Applications open in September and the deadline for nominations is January 3rd, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Nominate Today

Teachers' Insurance Plan Educator of the Year Award

Do you know a teacher who changes lives every day through compassion, leadership, and excellence? Nominations can come from anyone and can be any educator in the Elizabeth Public Schools system. Applications open in September and the deadline for nominations is January 3rd, 2026 at 11:59 pm.

Nominate Today

Teachers' Insurance Plan
Educator of the Year Award

Do you know a teacher who changes lives every day through compassion, leadership, and excellence?

Nominations can come from anyone and can be any educator in the Elizabeth Public Schools system. Applications open in September and the deadline for nominations is January 3rd, 2026 at 11:59 pm.