2025 Nominations Now Open!

Nominate Your Favorite Educator or Child Care Provider Today!

Do you know an exceptional educator or child care provider who deserves to be celebrated? Now is your chance to give them the recognition they’ve earned! Nominations are officially open for ‘hood magazine’s 2025 Educator and Child Care Provider of the Year Awards!

Our annual Educator of the Year Issue, coming this April, is your opportunity to spotlight the incredible individuals who are shaping young minds and making a difference in the Sioux Empire. From compassionate child care providers to inspiring elementary educators, this is your moment to say “thank you” with words of praise and encouragement.

Two Categories, Two Winners:

🏆 Childcare/Preschool Provider of the Year
🏆 Elementary Educator of the Year

What they Recieve:

Our Educator of the year and Childcare Provider of the Year winners will receive a check to use for items in their classrooms, $500 of sensory items from Sanford fit. Everyone nominated will receive a certificate and acknowledgement on ‘hood Online!

How to Nominate:

  1. Share the nominee’s name, role, and why they deserve this recognition.
  2. Submit your nomination by February 5th.
  3. Winners must be located within one hour of Sioux Falls.

Help us shine a light on the everyday heroes who educate, nurture, and inspire! Your nomination could make their year and show them how much they’re appreciated.

Don’t wait—nominations are due February 5th! Lift someone up today!

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