Nominate an Educator for the 2027 Golden Apple Teacher Award

Nominate a teacher for the 2027 Golden Apple Teacher Award!

PreK-5th grade teachers in Boone and Winnebago County schools will be considered for the 2027 Golden Apple teacher award. Nominate exceptional educators to tell us who they are and how they are making a difference with students in our community. Nomination forms are available at schools or submit online here: goldenappleofrockford.com/nominate. Paper forms must be received at our office, 5301 E. State St., Suite 114, Rockford, IL 61108 by Oct. 15, 2026. Nominees will be announced in November and invited to the Nominee Reception, where they will receive more information about proceeding through the selection process.