Golden Apple Award (education)
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The Golden Apple Award is an award given to educators in various school districts in the United States. The name of the award refers to the stereotype of students giving apples to teachers they respect.
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[edit] Georgia
In Georgia, the Golden Apple is a monthly award presented by American Broadcasting Company affiliate WJBF.
[edit] Illinois
In Illinois, the Golden Apple is presented annually to five teachers in the district. The Chicago-based Golden Apple Foundation also supports seminars and educational grants.[1]
[edit] Michigan
At the University of Michigan, the Golden Apple is an annual award presented to professors by the student group Students Honoring Outstanding University Teaching.
[edit] Washington
In Washington, the Golden Apple is presented by KCTS, the Seattle PBS network. The award recognizes individuals and programs making a dramatic difference in Washington state education in grades pre-K through 12. The award has been granted since 1992. Previous winners include Dennis Harper.
