Application Process and Forms

2027-2032 Exemplary Recognition:

The Exemplary Recognition Program is offered on a biennial basis.

Schools chosen to receive Exemplary Recognition display outstanding achievement in one of the areas below, as demonstrated by information provided in the online application and data validated by an onsite visiting team.

1. Complete the online application (available December 7, 2026) narrative for the relevant Exemplary Recognition Program category.  Describe, in detail, how the school meets or exceeds the category’s criteria.
    
2. Completed application narratives are due to the Office for Schools no later than  February 8,2027.
    
3. Schools demonstrating exemplary status in the selected category will be chosen for a site visit during the spring of 2027.
    
4. Winners will be announced in early June of 2027 of the application school year.

Application Forms:

        ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Application