2026 Inspiring Excellence nominations are now open!
The Inspiring Excellence Awards are the highest recognition for HPEDSB employees who make significant contributions to student achievement and well-being through their commitment to and leadership in education. Nominations can be made on the 2026 Inspiring Excellence nomination form.
Inspiring excellence is about consistently offering the very best to those around us. In addition to making a difference in daily interactions, individuals inspiring excellence have the unwavering commitment to being the difference.
2026 Inspiring Excellence recipients will be determined based on their contributions and how their actions align with at least one of the priorities of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan:
- Strengthening Foundational and Real-world Skills
- Advancing Indigenous Education and Reconciliation
- Fostering Critical Thinking, Adaptability and Innovation
- Promoting Citizenship, Well-being and Safe Environments
Nominations may be made by any HPEDSB employee and must include two letters of support from either another staff member, student*, parent/guardian, or community partner/member detailing specific reasons for the nomination and alignment with at least one of the Strategic Plan priorities.
Self-nominations are not permitted.
*Students may provide letters of support for a nomination. Students interested in submitting a nomination must secure an HPEDSB employee sponsor to provide the main nomination.
The nominator for each award recipient will be asked to read a section of their nomination submission at the Inspiring Excellence celebration on May 7, 2026.
Nomination process
A nomination submission requires sufficient information to support a fair assessment of the person being considered for the award. To ensure all necessary information is included before completing the 2026 Inspiring Excellence nomination form, please review the information listed in the FAQs below.
Nomination checklist
✔ The main nominator is an HPEDSB employee.
✔ There are two letters of support (do not have to be HPEDSB employees).
✔ The nomination package, comprising the nomination and two letters of support, provides examples of how the individual demonstrates at least one of the Strategic Plan priorities.
✔ The nomination will be submitted by Friday, March 27, 2026 by 4:00 PM.
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