The Philip B. Swain Excellence in Education Award is given annually to up to six teachers in Seattle Public Schools who promote educational justice and racial equity at their school. Nominations are open to teachers and counselors who: teach in grades 6-12, have been with the district for at least three years, and teach at schools where the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-lunch has been 40% or higher for at least two of the past three years. A stipend of $1,000 accompanies each award, and may be used at the awardee’s discretion for continuing professional development, for travel associated with such development, and for classroom projects or supplies. Colleagues, principals and other administrators can nominate teachers and counselors for the award. The award honors Mr. Philip B. Swain, a former teacher who was a passionate advocate for public education throughout his life. See Philip B. Swain Excellence in Education Award recipients here!

The Nicholas Sherburne Scholarship Fund celebrates distinguished graduates of Franklin High School who have been active participants in the Academy of Finance program and plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Recipients receive $1,000 to further their studies. The award was established in the memory of Nicholas Sherburne, a promising Franklin High School student whose life was cut short in 1995. See Nicholas Sherburne Scholarship Fund recipients here!

The Adrienne Weaver Science Teaching Award is given on an annual basis to a Seattle Public School teacher in grades K-8 who has been with the district for at least three years. Teachers who are nominated must come from schools where the percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-lunch has been 40% or higher for two of the past three years. This award was established to honor Ms. Adrienne Weaver, a former educator who had a love for teaching and science and believed in hands-on learning. See Adrienne Weaver Science Teaching Award recipients here!