Every year, ATPE recognizes outstanding Texas educators, ATPE leaders, and friends of Texas public schools.

Do you know an educator who is going above and beyond? Recognize a colleague who inspires excellence by nominating them for an ATPE Educator of the Year Award. Highlight the work of your local unit by applying for Local Unit of the Year, or nominate a dedicated ATPE volunteer for Campus Representative of the Year.

Here’s what you need to know about each award:

Charles Pickitt Educator of the Year Awards are presented to educators who change lives and inspire the best in their students and peers.  

• The awards are divided into five categories: Administrator, Associate, Elementary Teacher, Secondary Teacher, and Special Services Educator.
• Each winner will receive $5,000.
• Self-nominations are not allowed.

Floyd Trimble Local Unit of the Year Awards acknowledge a local unit’s superior efforts and accomplishments during the year.

• The awards are presented in five categories: 1–200 members, 201–500 members, 501–1,000 members, 1,001+ members, and university local units.
• Each winning local unit will receive a check for $1,000.
• Self-nominations are allowed.

Doug Rogers Campus Representative of the Year Awards celebrate ATPE volunteers who prove themselves essential to the continued growth and development of our grassroots organization.

• The awards are divided into four categories: 1–200 members, 201–500 members, 501–1,000 members, and 1,001+ members.
• Each winner will receive $1,000.
• Self-nominations are not allowed.

Award winners will be recognized at the 2024 ATPE Summit.

To submit a nomination, visit atpe.org/Submit-Your-ATPE-Award-Nominations for full details, nomination forms, and applications.