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The Nomination and Review Process

Check back with us early this fall for a new round of nominations!

  1. Teachers, parents, and/or administrators submit nomination forms. Nomination forms are available in this application packet, upon request by calling NYC PDI at (718) 254-7353,or in PDF format for download
  2. A committee of administrators, teachers, representatives of professional organizations, and parents review nominations to select finalists.
  3. The review committee interviews teacher finalists.
  4. Site visits are made to finalists' school and classroom.
  5. Teachers are awarded the Excellence in Teaching Recognition Award.