Awards
SHAPE PA recognizes and celebrates the dedication, achievement, and excellence of those in our profession.
2024 Award Nominations
Experience the pride of acknowledging outstanding professionals in Health & Physical Education! Join us in celebrating the remarkable contributions of colleagues across the state. Don't miss the chance to submit your nomination today! Deadline is April 26th.
Now Accepting Nominations Through April 26th!
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Teacher of the Year Awards
Health Education TOY (K-12 & University)
Physical Education TOY (Elem, MS, HS & University)
K-12 Dance Education TOY
Adapted Physical Education TOY
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Association Awards
Elmer B. Cottrell Award
Ethel G. Enke Award
Professional Honor Award
Thom Cobb Emerging Leader Award
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Future Professional Recognition
Outstanding Future Professional
Violet Baumgardner Scholarship
Congratulations to our 2023 Award Winners
Applicant Considerations:
Individuals may nominate themselves for an award
Nominations for multiple teachers of the year awards and/or special awards are acceptable if the criteria are met
Letters of recommendation for the award candidates may not be from any awards committee members (due to a conflict of interest)
Award winners cannot be on the awards committee or the Board of Directors (with the exception of the professional honor award) due to a conflict of interest
Award winners can only receive the same award once in a lifetime.
Award candidates who are eligible for two Teacher of the Year awards will be given the award in which they received the highest score (the individual will not be eligible for both awards)
Award winners can receive one Teacher of the Year and one Association Award maximum per year. Association awards include:
Elmer B. Cottrell Award
Ethel G. Encke Award
Professional Honor Award
Advocacy Award