2010 ASCD Outstanding Young Educator Award (OYEA) winner Brian Nichols has a history of turning around low-performing schools through a mix of strategic use data, collaborative leadership, and innovative education practices.
In the video below, Nichols shares his story and his focus on students: “There are a lot of kids out there just like me who could have their paths changed if somebody took the time to spend with them, the time to work with them, the time to see past the exterior and really get to what’s inside.”
Want more? Nichols discusses the direction of the ESEA Blueprint and what it means for the whole child, educators, and families in the April 2010 Whole Child Podcast and, in a recent Whole Child Blog post, he shares his thoughts on personalized and tailored professional development.
Do you know an outstanding young educator like Brian Nichols?
ASCD is awarding $10,000 to young professional teachers and administrators who
- Educate the whole child, helping to ensure each child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported, and challenged.
- Demonstrate educational leadership in their classroom, school, district, and community.
- Show a positive impact on student achievement.
- Illustrate significant contributions to the education community.
Thinking back over the school year, do you know an individual who demonstrates these qualities? If so, nominate an educator today! Nominations for the 2011 award close August 1, 2010.
All nominations must align with the Criteria for Consideration and eligibility requirements available at www.ascd.org/oyea.
Nominators of the winners will receive a complimentary one-year membership to ASCD. The OYEA winners will be honored at the 2011 ASCD Annual Conference in San Francisco, Calif., March 26–28, 2011. OYEA Winners and OYEA Honorees receive monetary awards and will also participate in a year-long program of professional development and networking.
