AWARDS

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NSBEA Awards

Each year, the Nebraska State Business Education Association (NSBEA) recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations who demonstrate commitment, innovation, and leadership in business education. Through a variety of award categories, we honor those who inspire students, advance our profession, and contribute meaningfully to the success of business and marketing education across Nebraska.

Email all nomination forms and supplemental documentation to nebrsbea@gmail.com with the subject NSBEA Award Nomination or submit online.

Rookie of the Year Teacher

Honors an educator who has shown exceptional promise, dedication, and enthusiasm in the classroom. Recipients must be a members of NSBEA, teaching business at the secondary and/or post-secondary level for three or fewer years.

  • Full Nomination Packet (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Guidelines (PDF)
    • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
    • Biographical Data of Nominee (PDF or Word)
  • Previous Winner: Kaylei Becker, Kearney Public Schools (2023)

Outstanding Contributions to Business Education by a Middle School Business Teacher

Recognizes middle level business educators who have made significant contributions to business education in Nebraska. The recipient must be a member of NSBEA and have a minimum of five years’ experience in the field of business education.

  • Full Nomination Packet (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Guidelines (PDF)
    • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
    • Biographical Data of Nominee (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Criteria Sheet (PDF)
  • Previous Winner: Laura Chytka, Alice Buffett Magnet Middle School (2017)

Outstanding Contributions to Business Education by a Secondary Business Teacher

Recognizes secondary business educators who have made significant contributions to business education in Nebraska. Recipients must be members of NSBEA and have a minimum of five years’ experience in the field of business education.

  • Full Nomination Packet (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Guidelines (PDF)
    • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
    • Biographical Data of Nominee (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Criteria Sheet (PDF)
  • Previous Winner: Melissa Dux, Fairbury High School (2021)

Outstanding Contributions to Business Education by a Post-Secondary Business Teacher

Recognizes post-secondary business educators who have made significant contributions to business education in Nebraska. Recipients must be members of NSBEA and have a minimum of five years’ experience in the field of business education.

  • Full Nomination Packet (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Guidelines (PDF)
    • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
    • Biographical Data of Nominee (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Criteria Sheet (PDF)
  • Previous Winner: Cathy Nutt, Mid-Plains Community College (2020)

Outstanding Contributions to Business Education by a College/University Business Teacher

Recognizes college/university business educators who have made significant contributions to business education in Nebraska. Recipients must be members of NSBEA and have a minimum of five years’ experience in the field of business education.

  • Full Nomination Packet (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Guidelines (PDF)
    • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
    • Biographical Data of Nominee (PDF or Word)
    • Nomination Criteria Sheet (PDF)
  • Previous Winner: Mona Schoenrock, UNL (2016)

Outstanding Contributions to Business Education by an Administrator or Supervisor

Honors an individual who has demonstrated exceptional leadership, support, and advocacy for business education through their role in administration or supervision. The recipient must be primarily engaged in the administration or supervision of a business education program.

  • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
  • Biographical Data of Nominee (Word)
  • Previous winner

Outstanding Contributions to Business Education by an Institution, Organization, Business Firm, Government Agency, or Individual Associated with Any of These Groups

Honors an organization or individual outside the field of teaching business education who have provided significant contributions to business education in Nebraska.

  • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
  • Biographical Data of Nominee (PDF or Word)
  • Previous winner

Service Award

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  • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
  • Past Winners

Student Teacher of the Year Award

Recognizes an outstanding business education student teacher who demonstrates excellence in teaching, professionalism, and potential for future impact in the field.

  • Nomination Form (PDF or Word)
  • Previous winner

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