Recognizing Alumni Making an Impact Toward Education Equity
The Alumni of the Year awards honor distinguished alumni teachers and school leaders who have shaped the education landscape and strengthened our alumni community. Each award winner receives a $5,000 prize for their dedication to educational equity. The 2024 finalists have been announced and the winners will be announced in late April.
For Teachers
The Frances and Elliot Lehman Alumni of the Year Award
An annual award given to an outstanding teacher in the Greater Chicago-Northwest Indiana region who is an alumnus of Teach For America. This award recognizes outstanding culturally responsive teaching that empowers students in learning and in life.
Cherish P. Jackson, 2023 Frances and Elliot Lehman Alumni of the Year Winner
JuDonne Hemingway, 2023 Zell Family Alumni of the Year Winner
For School Leaders
The Zell Family Alumni of the Year Award
An annual award given to an outstanding school leader in the Chicago-Northwest Indiana region who is an alum of Teach For America. This award recognizes leaders who have built and maintained excellent schools that ensure all students can become citizens who are prepared to shape their own pathways in life.
Executive Director Anajah Roberts speaks with the 2023 Alumni of the Year Winners
