This award is for an exemplary teacher and THESA member. It may be awarded to any practicing school-level teacher (K-12) who incorporates the home economics curriculum in their classroom. They must also be involved in one or more of the following areas:

• Exemplary leadership and service to the profession in the home economics community.

• Commitment to professional growth through continuing education, research, or participation in professional learning communities.

• Sharing of ideas and resources. For example, through community connections, workshops, mentoring or publications.

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Nominations will be accepted until September 15 each year. Please share approximately 100-300 words on why this individual is deserving of the award.

Rules:

• This award may be given annually by the THESA Executive Board and, if given, is to be presented at the annual THESA Conference.

• Nominations may be made by chapters, members, subscribers, and non-members.

• Nominees must be members of THESA and be practicing school level home economics teachers.

• The THESA Executive shall adjudicate the award.

• Nominations shall be considered for only the year in which they are received.