Red Tulip Award

Celebrate excellence in education! 
Nominate outstanding teachers for the 5th Annual Red Tulip Award!

What’s in it for the winners?

• $250 cash prize
• Beautiful Crystal Tulip Award
• Special recognition by Mayor Don De Graff
• Proclamation from the South Holland Board of Trustees
• Name listed in South Holland Living Magazine

How to nominate:
• Nominate up to 3 teachers from your school
• Complete the Nomination Form by March 11, 2025, 5pm
• Submit the form below or in person at Village Hall

Eligibility:
• Certified Teachers in a South Holland School.
• Demonstrate outstanding service beyond daily duties
• Effectively change student lives

Winners will be selected by the South Holland Education Commission and honored during Teachers Appreciation Week in May.

Note: Previous recipients are ineligible for 3 years after receiving the award.

We encourage schools to honor their winning teachers with a grand gathering, like McKinley School did in 2024 for their Red Tulip Award-winning teacher, Mrs. Caprice Cook! Watch this video for a glimpse into their school-wide celebration: McKinley School Red Tulip Award Celebration
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