Nomination Forms Now Available
​Considering the Coronavirus epidemic, our teachers have been asked to go above and beyond – teaching their lessons via the internet, where they otherwise would be face-to-face with students. We, along with our members and local business community, recognize the importance of education in a classroom setting, and admire the dedication of our educators’ abilities to adapt in such a turbulent time. 
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The Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce would like to commend our local teachers and encourage you to submit your nominations online by filling out the Teacher Nomination Form below, or download the nomination packet.
 
The TACC will acknowledge these extraordinary teachers during our 28th Annual  Teacher Recognition and Scholarship Awards Event on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 via Zoom.
Students pursuing a career in business or a related industry can apply for the Charles E. Volkmann Scholarship, which will also be awarded at the breakfast. Download the scholarship application here or submit online below.

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Eligibility:  Individual teachers (not teams) in grades K-12 in Raynham, Berkley, Dighton and Taunton (including Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School and Bristol County Agricultural High School) are eligible for Recognition Awards. Any teacher actively teaching and employed full time may be nominated and is eligible to receive recognition for outstanding effort, which has benefited their students.   (See the Honor Roll list.)
 
Criteria:  The key factor in nominations is describing the outstanding qualities that make an individual an extraordinary educator.  When completing the nomination form, be sure to address the specific criteria presented.


PLEASE NOTE:            The Autobiography MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE TEACHER and submitted to the TACC by the deadline. Please include the teacher's email address so that we can request the information, or download the autobiography form here.  
 
Deadline: 
Signed nominations must be received by 4:00 p.m. on April 30, 2021.  ​

    2021 Teacher Recognition Nomination Form

    Please describe the noteworthy qualities that make this individual an exemplary educator worthy of this award, by responding to the following questions:
    1. To what degree have students benefited from the efforts of the teacher?
    2. Describe how this person motivated students, inspired creativity and encouraged a higher level of achievement.
    3. How has this person helped students to build self-esteem and confidence?
    4. How has this teacher offered assistance or opportunities for student learning beyond the school day?
    5. How has this teacher embraced challenges and has he/she learned new instructional technologies?
    The teacher you are nominating MUST fill out this form and include with your submission.
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CoConsider these points when submitting your nomination
 
Does the teacher…?
  • Create a love of learning in students of all abilities and backgrounds
  • Stimulate thought and provoke dialogue in the classroom
  • Challenge students to reach appropriately high standards and expectations
  • Understand the needs of students individually and collectively and meet those needs with determination and imagination
  • Acknowledge cultural diversity in the classroom
  • Interact effectively with parents, students and the community
  • Encourage positive self-esteem in students and act as a role model
  • Apply appropriate and effective behavioral management strategies
  • Measure and evaluate teaching and learning effectiveness on an ongoing basis
  • Keep up with current trends in the educational field and technology advancement
  • Demonstrate a positive outlook on education and the teaching profession
  • Continue professional development
  • Demonstrate leadership and foster teamwork among colleagues
  • Plan to continue their career in education
  • Offer assistance or opportunities for student learning beyond the school day
  • Embrace challenges and learn new instructional technologies