What is the purpose of the program?
The Ohio Lottery Partners in Education program is dedicated to recognizing the exceptional efforts of K-12 students, teachers and schools across Ohio for their contributions to their school, excellence in the classroom, leadership, innovation, community involvement and dedication.
New for the 2023-2024 School Year, each month three Academic All-Stars and three Teachers of the Month will be recognized.
We are now accepting nominations for School of the Year for K-12 schools that are implementing and developing student’s literacy skills to achieve success in reading.
How does the program work?
Academic All-Star and Teacher of the Month nominations will be accepted from September 1-May 10; each month three Academic All-Stars and three Teachers of the Month will be recognized.
School of the Year nominations will be accepted from September 1-March 10; one school will be recognized as the School of the Year.
Who can nominate a student, teacher or school?
Nominations may be submitted by but not limited to principals, faculty, coaches, staff, students and parents.
What are the QUALIFICATIONS of an Academic All-Star?
To be eligible for an Academic All-Star Award, a student should demonstrate one of the following:
- Academics – Academic excellence and/or a dramatic improvement in grades.
- Responsibility – Excellent attendance and punctuality, classroom work and homework completed on time.
- Attitude – Proper behavior, dependable and trustworthy, regardless of supervision.
- Leadership – Active in the school and provide motivation and/or encouragement to others.
- School spirit and pride – Students who demonstrate pride in their school.
- Citizenship – Students who demonstrate outstanding citizenship.
- Extracurricular activity – Students who represent the school and themselves well outside the classroom.
- Community service – Students who are active in community service.
What are the QUALIFICATIONS for a Teacher of the Month?
To be eligible for a Teacher of the Month Award, a teacher should demonstrate one of the following:
- Excellence in the Classroom – Consistently advancing students to higher levels of academic achievement.
- Motivation – Encouraging students to exceed their expectations both academically and socially.
- Leadership – Serving as a leader in the classroom and throughout the school.
- Community Service – Demonstrating civic responsibility by being active in community or other service organizations.
- Creativity and Imagination – Demonstrating innovation in lesson plans and teaching methods.
- Dedication – Showing excellent attendance, punctuality and a desire to see students succeed.
- Communication – Articulate, clear, and effective instruction in the classroom and beyond.
What are the QUALIFICATIONS for School of the Year?
To be eligible for the School of the Year Award, a school should demonstrate one of the following:
- A school with innovative approaches to improving literacy.
- A school with a faculty or a staff member who promotes literacy and enhances students’ reading skills.
- A school that has shown a commitment to building a successful reading curriculum and fosters a love of reading for students.
- A school that demonstrates excellence, success and impacts a student's growth in literacy.
- A school that exhibits an outstanding commitment to reading development.
- A school that is making strides in reading proficiency.
How do I nominate a student, teacher or school?
It’s fast and it’s free! To submit your nomination, complete the online nomination form and hit “Submit”.
When are nominations due?
Academic All-Star & Teacher of the Month Drawing Schedule
| Drawings |
Award Month |
Nomination Period |
Winners
3 Teachers, 3 Students |
| Draw #1 |
Sept. Winners |
09/01/23 - 10/10/23 |
6 |
| Draw #2 |
Oct. Winners |
10/11/23 - 11/10/23 |
6 |
| Draw #3 |
Nov. Winners |
11/11/23 - 12/10/23 |
6 |
| Draw #4 |
Dec. Winners |
12/11/23 - 01/10/24 |
6 |
| Draw #5 |
Jan. Winners |
01/11/24 - 02/10/24 |
6 |
| Draw #6 |
Feb. Winners |
02/11/24 - 03/10/24 |
6 |
| Draw #7 |
Mar. Winners |
03/11/24 - 04/10/24 |
6 |
| Draw #8 |
Apr. Winners |
04/11/24 - 05/10/24 |
6 |
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School of the Year Drawing Schedule
| Drawing |
Nomination Period |
Winners |
| Draw #1 |
09/01/23 - 03/10/24 |
1 |
When do Academic All-Star and Teacher of the Month drawings take place?
The drawings will be conducted on (or around) the 15
th each month, October - May.
When does the School of the Year drawing take place?
The drawing will be conducted on (or around) the 15
th of March.
How will winners be notified?
The school principal will be notified after the drawings take place. The school principal and/or Partners in Education Coordinator will reach out the winners.
What do winners receive?
Academic All-Star winners will be awarded with:
- A $100 gift card.
- A certificate of excellence.
- Ohio Lottery Partners in Education prize pack.
- Recognition on the Ohio Lottery’s website and social channels
Teacher of the Month winners will be awarded with:
- A $500 gift card.
- A certificate of excellence.
- Ohio Lottery Partners in Education prize pack.
- Recognition on the Ohio Lottery’s website and social channels
School of the Year winner will be awarded with:
- A $2,500 gift card.
- A certificate of excellence.
- Ohio Lottery Partners in Education prize pack.
- Recognition on the Ohio Lottery’s website and social channels
Who can I contact for more information on the Partners in Education program?
Email
lot.partners.in.education@lottery.ohio.gov, or call Molly Fanta, Program Coordinator, at 216-774-5739.