Who is eligible?
All certified teachers, vice-principals, principals, supervisory officers and directors of education with at least 25 years of experience in Ontario's publicly funded education system.
Early childhood educators are not eligible for this award.
For a complete list of eligibility criteria visit the Frequently Asked Questions page.
What are the award criteria?
The educator:
- personifies excellence and is a role model for others in the profession
- inspires and demonstrates a passion and enthusiasm for lifelong learning
- demonstrates exceptional leadership and is an inspiration to educators
- champions a vision to advance student learning and achievement
- encourages and mentors other educators to grow and succeed
- is committed to their own professional development and lifelong learning
- has made a career-long contribution to the school and/or board environment and had a significant and lasting impact on student learning
What are some examples of lifetime achievement?
There are many ways to be an outstanding educator, and as many reasons to nominate someone for the lifetime achievement award. Maybe they help students develop their cultural identity, support their cultural development or encourage them to take pride in their heritage.
Or do you know someone who helps students connect to the world of work while they're still in school? Perhaps they partner with the community to find opportunities that expand students' experiences into the world outside the school.
"His teaching style encourages his students to challenge themselves, to maximize their 'scientific literacy' as they learn to focus on life around them, whether on a biology field trip, in the classroom, or in their daily lives."
Superintendent
See more reasons to nominate someone for a Premier's Award.
How many awards are there?
One individual will receive the Lifetime Achievement award.
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