Nominate Someone Who Makes a Difference: 2026 Spring Recognition Awards

Every school community has people who go above and beyond. The volunteers who step in whenever help is needed. The educators who inspire students every day. The advocates who speak up to make schools stronger for all children.

Each year, Northshore Council PTSA recognizes these extraordinary individuals through our annual Recognition Awards. And nominations are now open. If someone in your school community has made a meaningful impact, this is your chance to help celebrate their work.

Nominations Now Open
2026 Northshore Council PTSA Awards Nomination Form
Click the link above to submit a nomination.

Deadline: April 14, 2026
You are welcome to submit nominations for more than one person.

Every year, we look for nominations for the following awards:

1. Outstanding Educator – Honors individuals who go beyond the normal expectations of their jobs to make the learning environment fun, beneficial and challenging. An educator is not limited to a teacher and may be defined as a teacher, assistant, specialist, support staff, administrator, or community member.
2. Outstanding Advocate – Honors individuals for their continued and dedicated service to ALL children demonstrating a commitment to speaking up for children in the areas relating to health, welfare, safety, and education of children and youth.
3. Outstanding Service - This is the highest volunteer award given by the Washington State PTA.  It is awarded to someone who has gone beyond his or her own school community, job, or PTA in order to give dedicated volunteer service to children. Note: This award may only be given by a council. Local PTA members are encouraged to nominate deserving volunteers to the council for this recognition.
4. Honorary Life Membership – Recognizes an individual who has contributed significantly to a PTA at the local unit, council, or state level. This special award can be given by a PTA unit, council, or region.
5. Outstanding Student Advocate Award - Recognizes students who have made significant contributions through leadership and service in their school and community.
6. Golden Acorn – A Golden Acorn Award is presented to a Northshore Council PTSA volunteer in recognition of their dedication and service to children and youth.
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Learn more about Council Awards or view our previous award recipients.
Questions? Contact Council Awards Committee.