DA Awards of Distinction 2025

2025

District Administration’s National Awards Program

District Administration is now accepting applications for its National Awards Program, honoring outstanding K12 school districts and visionary leaders across the nation! This prestigious program aims to recognize and celebrate innovative initiatives that have delivered measurable results, revolutionizing education within school districts. 

The deadline is September 6, 2024, so enter today!

DISTRICTS OF DISTINCTION

INSPIRING REPLICABLE SUCCESS STORIES

At the heart of Districts of Distinction is the belief that remarkable, home-grown programs can inspire and be replicated by educators nationwide. We are searching for pioneering initiatives that have made a significant impact on student achievement, engagement, and overall educational excellence. By sharing these successful models, we empower educators to build similar programs in their districts, fostering positive change in education across the country.

  • FUTURE FOCUSED SCHOOLS
  • EdTech Innovation
  • ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
  • SPECIAL PROGRAMS
  • SCHOOL SAFETY
  • WELLNESS

Criteria for Selecting Winners


Innovative Practices: Recognizing districts that have implemented innovative and successful approaches to address educational challenges, improve student outcomes, or enhance community engagement.


Student Achievement: Acknowledging districts that have demonstrated significant improvements in student achievement, including academic performance, graduation rates, or closing achievement gaps.


Community Impact: Evaluating districts that have made a positive impact on their communities through initiatives such as partnerships with local organizations, community service programs, or outreach efforts.

LEADERS OF DISTINCTION

HONORING VISIONARIES IN EDUCATION

Leaders of Distinction provides an exceptional platform to recognize individual leaders who have demonstrated exceptional vision, executed innovative strategies, and achieved remarkable results.
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We are seeking extraordinary Superintendents, Cabinet Leaders, Technology Leaders, and Principals who have spearheaded transformative initiatives, paving the way for progress within their districts.

CRITERIA FOR SELECTING WINNERS

  • Visionary Leadership: Identifying leaders who have demonstrated a clear and inspiring vision for their district, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Educational Impact: Recognizing leaders who have implemented effective strategies resulting in improved student outcomes, increased graduation rates, or enhanced educational opportunities.
  • Collaborative Engagement: Considering leaders who have successfully engaged stakeholders, such as teachers, staff, parents, and the community, in the decision-making process and built strong relationships to support student success.
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Call To Action

SUPERINTENDENT of the Year

Recognizing women who have exhibited exceptional leadership skills in the education field, inspiring and empowering others to achieve their full potential, resulting in improved student outcomes, increased graduation rates, or enhanced educational opportunities.

  • Leadership Excellence – Recognizing women who have exhibited exceptional leadership skills in the education field, inspiring and empowering others to achieve their full potential, resulting in improved student outcomes, increased graduation rates, or enhanced educational opportunities.
  • Advocacy and Equity: Evaluating candidates who have been champions for educational equity, advocating for inclusive policies, and promoting opportunities for marginalized student populations.
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