Now through Feb. 10, 2017, submissions are accepted online for K-12 theatre educators at an accredited institution or recognized community theatre organization. Anyone — from students and school administrators, to friends, neighbors and family — can submit a worthy teacher for consideration. He or she must be a teacher whose position is dedicated to and/or includes aspects of theatre education. Submissions can be made at www.TonyAwards.com/EducationAward.
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I remember watching the Tony's in 2014 and thinking that CMU had to be a pretty incredible place to give such an award. That they would have had to really care about the future of theater and the future of arts education to recognize it on such a large scale. In 2015, the summer before I started at CMU I watched the Tony's beaming at the accomplishments of the institution I was going to be a part of, this time proud to know I was only months away from joining the community. Last year I watched In complete awe as the school took home two awards (after SEVEN nominations) but the performance awards were not what touched me the most. It was the presentation of the education awards once again that made me so proud to be learning where I was. These educators provide a safe space for their students in environments where the arts often take a back seat. When I was in high school we had a booming arts program, and we never had to fight for the right to do controversial shows or funding, but in so many places this sanctuary for students is constantly threatened, and it is the voice of these teachers that keep the programs moving. I look forward to watching again in 2017, and the years that follow as I only become more proud of where I go to school.
How amazing is it that our school is partnered with the Tony's! It makes me so proud to call this school home. I think the educational awards the Tony's gives out are so important. It is often forgotten in the spectacle of the event, but it truly can put schools and teachers on the map. High school teachers do not get the credit they deserve, particularly arts teachers. The teachers of my high school truly shaped who I am today. They pushed me, but I always supported me. When you're going through such awkward stages of your life, it is good to have people like that. I know not everyone has similar experiences; that's why I think it is fantastic to recongize teachers who really go above and beyond. Setting the standard for suburb teaching, mentoring, guiding gives inspiration to others. I firmly believe it is the teachers who make a program great. They can turn any idea into something extraordinary. i'm looking forward to seeing who it wil be this year on the Tony's.
The Tony Award for education is something I feel that could have started to be awarded years ago. We don’t often give the credit that is due to the teachers, mentors, and friends that have helped shape and develop who we are. All of that started as we were kids growing up. Every decision we made, every homework assignment we turned in. We were taught be great people who got us where we are today. Some of them make a lasting impression. I still remember all of my elementary school teachers. Each one of them made a lasting impression. These awards solidify that impression that was made on us. While we might not personally know the winners themselves, the impact that they leave will help students to look up from their phones and understand that they shouldn’t squander the education they have because that teacher can help them journey on the right path of life.
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