Golden Apple

Golden Apple Scholars, like Bryce Thomas, are passionate about making an impact in their communities and becoming agents of change.

Learn more about our programs at the link in our bio.

Know a future teacher in Illinois? Refer them to the Golden Apple Scholars Program in Illinois and give them a head start in their career with mentorship, financial support, and hands-on teaching experience. Help shape the future of education today! Refer a Scholar: https://bit.ly/4cF6FYE.

On Labor Day, Golden Apple recognizes the invaluable contributions of workers across the nation. Let's take a moment to appreciate their dedication and hard work, which forms the foundation of our communities and our nation's progress.

Nominate an outstanding Pre-K-12th-grade leader in Illinois who makes a positive impact on the school community for The 2025 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Leadership: https://bit.ly/3Pkhc3w

Eager to shape Illinois' future through teaching? Join Golden Apple Accelerators for a 15-month path to your teaching license and a role in needy schools. Enjoy financial support, mentoring, and job placement. Apply now: https://bit.ly/4725wIT

Can you think of a 9th-12th grade teacher in Illinois who deserves recognition for their outstanding work? Nominate them for a 2025 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching today: https://bit.ly/3p8ksEx

It takes someone special to educate young minds. If there's an Illinois 9th-12th-grade teacher who's made a difference in your life, show your appreciation for their hard work by nominating them for a 2025 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching: https://bit.ly/3p8ksEx

Exceptional leaders deserve recognition for their hard work, spotlight a Pre-K-12th-grade principal in Illinois by nominating them for a Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Leadership: https://bit.ly/3Pkhc3w

Accelerate your teaching career with Golden Apple Accelerators! This 15-month program in Illinois fast-tracks your teacher license in high-need areas. Get mentorship and coaching from award-winning educators. Apply here: https://bit.ly/4725wIT

Celebrate a hard-working 9th-12th grade teacher in Illinois and nominate them for a Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching: https://bit.ly/3p8ksEx

Do you know an outstanding 9th-12th-grade teacher in Illinois? Nominate them for the Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching today: https://bit.ly/3p8ksEx

Nominate an outstanding Pre-K-12th-grade principal in Illinois for a Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Leadership today: https://bit.ly/3Pkhc3w

Check out this spotlight from The News-Herald on our Golden Apple Scholars in Michigan!

Emma Cannon and Madeline Kujansuu are two of our inaugural Michigan Scholars. Both Emma and Madeline embody the passion we need in classrooms: Emma's teaching inspiration comes from her family, while Madeline's 8th-grade teacher sparked her love for education.

Our Golden Apple Scholars Program in Michigan is addressing the teacher shortage by:

- Supporting 36 aspiring educators in our first cohort
- Offering up to $15,000 in financial aid
- Providing mentorship, classroom experience, and job placement support

All Scholars commit to earning bachelor's degrees in education from a Michigan university, obtaining Michigan teaching licenses, and teaching for five years in a Michigan school of need within seven years of graduation.

Special thanks to The News-Herald for featuring this story and highlighting the importance of nurturing the next generation of Michigan educators. We're proud to invest in bright minds like Emma and Madeline who will shape Michigan's educational future.

https://bit.ly/3X2CDJY

Meet the new leadership team for Golden Apple’s Associate Board!

The Associate Board promotes Golden Apple’s mission to inspire, develop, and support teacher and school leader excellence, especially in schools-of-need. We’re excited to see their impact this year!

Do you have a passion for making a positive impact on students' lives? If so, the Golden Apple Accelerators Program is for you! This program will help you get your teaching license in 15 months and place you in a school-of-need. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a network of award-winning educators and make a difference in your community. Apply today at https://bit.ly/4725wIT

Show an exceptional 9th-12th grade teacher working in Illinois your appreciation for their hard work by nominating them for a 2025 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching: https://bit.ly/3p8ksEx

Has an Illinois teacher or school leader in your life made an extraordinary impact? Say thanks by nominating them for a 2024 Golden Apple Award today!

Nominate a teacher: https://bit.ly/3p8ksEx

Nominate a school leader: https://bit.ly/3Pkhc3w

Recognize a Pre-K-12th-grade principal or administrator in Illinois who is making a difference at your school by nominating them for a 2025 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Leadership: https://bit.ly/3Pkhc3w

Thank you to WBKB News for showcasing one of our newest Golden Apple Scholars in Michigan, Samantha Zolnierek.

This Alpena High graduate is heading to Northern Michigan University to study elementary education, inspired by her second-grade teacher who showed her the power of engaging, hands-on learning. We're so proud to see her pursuing her dream of teaching. Congrats again, Samantha!

Watch the full story to learn how the Golden Apple Scholars program in Michigan is shaping future teachers:
https://www.wbkb11.com/alpena-high-school-student-samantha-zolnierek-receives-golden-apple-scholarship

Former Alpena High School Student Samantha Zolnierek Receives Golden Apple Scholarship – WBKB 11 Academics in Alpena can be quite competitive, and we have a Golden Apple Scholar right...

The Golden Apple Foundation is excited to announce we have received a generous grant from The Northern Trust Foundation in partnership with the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to The Northern Trust Foundation and Robert R. McCormick Foundation for their commitment to education.

With their support, we can continue to address the teacher shortage and ensure students in Illinois, New Mexico, and Michigan have access to the outstanding teachers they deserve.

Are you looking for a career change that will impact the lives of students in need? Join the Golden Apple Accelerators Program and become a licensed teacher in Illinois in just over a year! You’ll get tuition assistance, mentoring, coaching, and job placement support. Apply now at https://bit.ly/4725wIT

Check out this story from The Alpena News featuring local high school graduate Samantha Zolnierek's acceptance into the Golden Apple Scholar Program in Michigan!

She's one of 35 Michigan students chosen for this initiative supporting future teachers. Congratulations Samantha, we can’t wait to see what you will accomplish!

Read the full story here: https://www.thealpenanews.com/news/local-news/2024/08/alpena-grad-accepted-into-golden-apple-scholar-program/

Alpena grad accepted into Golden Apple Scholar Program ALPENA — Samantha Zolnierek, of Alpena, has been chosen as one of 35 Michigan students inducted into the Golden Apple Scholar Program. This program is designed to encourage and promote future teachers in the most challenging teaching environments. After a rigorous and thorough screening process of...

We hosted our Scholars Induction ceremony on Sunday, July 14 to welcome our very first group of students into the Golden Apple Scholars Program in Michigan. Congratulations to our new members. We are excited to be a part of your teaching journey!

The Golden Apple Scholars Program in Michigan is a teacher preparation program for students with the determination and drive to be outstanding teachers in Michigan Pre-K-12 grade schools. We support and prepare future teachers for immediate and lasting success in the most challenging teaching environments.

For more information, contact our team today: https://bit.ly/4cc9Oz0.

On Sunday, June 2, we celebrated the induction of a new cohort of students into the Golden Apple Scholars Program in New Mexico. Congratulations to all! We are excited to watch you succeed during your time in our program.

The Golden Apple Scholars Program in New Mexico is a teacher preparation program for high school seniors through sophomores in college who have the determination and drive to be highly effective teachers in New Mexico Pre-K-12th grade schools. We prepare aspiring teachers for immediate and lasting success in their classrooms.

Contact our team to see if you qualify for our program: https://bit.ly/4ayC4fy

Do you know a 9th-12th grade teacher in Illinois who goes above and beyond for their students? Nominate them for a 2025 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching today: https://bit.ly/3p8ksEx

The Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching honor outstanding Illinois teachers who positively affect students’ lives and build stronger communities. If you know of a teacher who meets these criteria, nominate them today at https://bit.ly/3p8ksEx.

Earlier this month, we celebrated our annual Crystal Apple Ceremony to honor Scholars who have fulfilled their commitment to teaching in an Illinois school of need for five years.

Almost a decade ago, these Scholars dedicated their efforts to transforming students' lives, and they have accomplished just that. We are incredibly proud of their hard work —congratulations to all!

For more information about our Scholars programs, visit: https://www.goldenapple.org/scholars

Congratulations to all our 2024 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching and Leadership recipients!

We're thrilled to celebrate 10 outstanding teachers and two exceptional principals who have demonstrated remarkable dedication and innovation in education. These educators represent the best of Illinois, inspiring students and transforming lives every day in classrooms across the state.

Join us in applauding these educators. Their impact reaches far beyond the classroom, creating ripples of positive change throughout our communities.

Do you have a passion for teaching and a desire to make a difference in Illinois schools-of-need? Apply for the Golden Apple Accelerators Program and get your teaching license in 15 months! Learn more at https://bit.ly/4725wIT