The ACTE® Excellence Awards recognize excellence and dedication within the field of career and technical education among ACTE members. Recipients of these awards are exceptional individuals who have contributed to the success of CTE through the quality of their work and their involvement in the CTE community. Candidates and winners are recognized at three levels: state, regional, and national.

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Hawaii ACTE Nominations - Apply TODAY. Deadline: February 11, 2024

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• All candidates must be employed in the required area for each award level (see awards below) at the time of initial nomination 

• Required documents for nominations must be submitted via an email attachment to hawaiiacte@gmail.com

  • Description of Candidate’s Qualifications for the Award

  • Two (2) Letters of Support

  • Photo/Headshot

  • Potential Interview (Winners will be notified if interviews are needed for regional and national levels)

• Awards comes with a one-year Hawaii ACTE/ACTE membership ($100 value)! 

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Awards

(Click on links below for award details and nomination requirements)

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Teacher of the Year

This award recognizes the finest career and technical teachers at the middle/secondary school level who have demonstrated innovation in the classroom, commitment to their students and dedication to the improvement of CTE in their institutions and communities.

 

Administrator of the Year

This award recognizes administrative CTE professionals at the school, district, county, state or federal level who have demonstrated leadership in ensuring teacher and student success and have made significant contributions toward innovative, unique and effective career and technical education programs.

 

Postsecondary Teacher of the Year

This award recognizes the finest career and technical teachers at the postsecondary level who have demonstrated innovation in the classroom, commitment to their students and dedication to the improvement of CTE in their institutions and communities.

 

Career Guidance Award

This award recognizes school counselors and career development professionals who have demonstrated commitment to connecting students with opportunities for success, shown innovation in career exploration and development, and have advocated for CTE as a viable option for all students.

 

Carl Perkins Community Service Award

This award recognizes individuals who have used CTE to make a significant impact on their community and demonstrated leadership in programs and activities that promote student involvement in community service.

 

Lifetime Achievement Award

This award recognizes CTE professionals for their leadership on behalf of ACTE, their innovations in CTE and their contributions to the field over an extended period of time.