Educator recognition
Great educators leave more than lessons. They leave a legacy.
Recognizing the public high school educators whose dedication opens doors for Parker County students.
Who is eligible?
The educators shaping our high schools.
Eligible teachers and educational professionals working at public high schools physically located in Parker County, Texas. Private and charter schools, elementary schools, and middle schools are excluded.
Qualifying roles may include classroom and special education teachers, counselors, librarians, CTE instructors, and other eligible high school educational professionals. Eligibility is reviewed before selection.
Throughout the school year
Weekly Educator Spotlights
Selected features celebrate dedication, mentorship, educational impact, and commitment to students. Publication follows eligibility review and the educator’s consent.
September–May
Teacher of the Month · $250
One eligible educator is selected each month using 70% independent judging and 30% verified community voting. The proposed cash award will require funding from a participating business sponsor; no award funding is currently secured. Voting takes place during the last week of each month. During each voting week, voting opens Monday at 12:00 a.m. and closes Saturday at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).
Planned annual award
Teacher of the Year · $5,000
Selected from eligible Teacher of the Month winners by an independent judging committee. The annual recognition award is planned for announcement at the HomeTown Legacy Awards Gala.
Awards will open only after sponsorship funding and applicable rules are confirmed. Sponsors do not influence winner selection.