2026 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching Finalists Announced

"The educators recognized this year demonstrate a consistent commitment to student achievement and measurable growth,†said Alicia Winckler, CEO of Golden Apple. "By modeling excellence in the classroom, they help students build the persistence and critical thinking required for long-term academic success.†The selected 2026 Golden Apple Award recipients will be surprised in the spring. Northwestern University generously provides a spring sabbatical to award recipients at no cost. Each recipient receives a ...