For significant educational contributions and/or advancements for the community in an industry.  The industries recognized are as follows:
 

• Accounting / Finance

• Cosmetology

• Culinary Arts

• Engineering

• Entertainment / The Arts

• Government / Politics

• Information Technology

• Journalism / Literacy

• Law Enforcement

• Legal / Law

• Media

• Medicine / Health

• Military Prof. Development

• Science

• Social Work

• Sports

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Eligible Candidates:

Individuals, Schools, School Systems, Nonprofits, Colleges / University, Military Organizations, Corporations/Small Businesses, Government Agencies

For serving as a role model of excellence, continued commitment to the community and success in yielding exceptional results through community-based programs or individual efforts.

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Eligible Candidates:

Individuals, Schools, School Systems, Nonprofits, Colleges / University, Military Organizations, Corporations/Small Businesses, Government Agencies

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For significant achievements to a principal in a school’s program development and outstanding leadership to students and faculty during a school year.

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Eligible Candidates:

Individuals (Principals/Vice Principals)

For outstanding leadership and positive consistent interaction affecting the lives of youth.

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Eligible Candidates:

Individuals

For significant improvements in the classroom with students yielding high results in key social and academic areas (for example: test scores, retention rates, graduation rates).

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Eligible Candidates:

Individuals, School, School Systems, Nonprofits, Colleges / University, Military Organizations, Corporations/Small Businesses, Government Agencies