19
FEB
Mount St. Joseph University
Fifth Third Dining Hall
5701 Delhi Road
Cincinnati, OH 45233
Event date: February 19, 2026
5:00 PM: Doors Open
Nominations due Nov. 15, 2025
Join us for an inspiring evening at the Excellence in Education Awards! The event will kick off at 5:00 pm with networking time followed by welcoming remarks, dinner, and a celebration recognizing outstanding individuals for their achievements. This is more than just an awards ceremony—it’s a chance to connect with educational leaders and innovators from across the region.
How to Nominate for the Excellence in Education Awards
Nominations for the 2026 Excellence in Education Awards for the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Region are due November 15, 2025. This program is a collaboration of partners Mount St. Joseph University, Northern Kentucky University, University of Cincinnati, Xavier University, Thomas More University and The Cincinnatus Association. There is one nomination form for all nine awards, simply review the following award descriptions, click on the “Submit Your Nomination” button, select the appropriate award and submit the required information.
Outstanding Greater Cincinnati Public Educator Award: This award recognizes an outstanding teacher in the Greater Cincinnati area who is teaching in a public school.
Outstanding Greater Cincinnati Private School Educator Award: This award recognizes an outstanding teacher in the Greter Cincinnati area who is teaching in a private school.
Outstanding Northern Kentucky Public School Educator Award: This award recognizes an outstanding teacher in the Northern Kentucky area who is teaching in a public school.
Outstanding Northern Kentucky Private School Educator Award: This award recognizes an outstanding teacher in the Northern Kentucky area who is teaching in a private school.
Outstanding Student Teacher Mentor Award: This award recognizes an outstanding mentor teacher in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area.
James N. Jacobs for Outstanding Administrator in Cincinnati Public Schools Award: This award recognizes an outstanding Cincinnati Public School Administrator.
John E. Pepper for Outstanding Volunteer in Public Education Award: This award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated leadership and outstanding volunteer service in education in Cincinnati Public Schools.
Woodward Trust Distinguished Teacher in Cincinnati Public Schools Award: This award recognizes a teacher in Cincinnati Public Schools for their commitment, compassion, and perseverance in the classroom.