September 2, 2026
UPDATE: Nominations Open Until Monday, October 12th at 5PM for Coconino County Teacher Awards
UPDATE: September 2, 2026
I also want to make sure everyone knows about the 2027 Coconino County Teacher of the Year recognition program. Nominations are open for Teacher of the Year, Rookie Teacher of the Year, Early Childhood Educator of the Year, and the Lifetime Achievement Award. The nomination deadline is October 12, 2026.
This one is especially important to me. We have incredible people across TCUSD who quietly show up every day, pour into our kids, support their colleagues, and make our schools better. If someone comes to mind while you are reading this, don't assume somebody else will nominate them. Take the time to recognize them.
August 8th, 2026
Dear TCUSD Staff, Families, and Community Members,
As we begin this new school year, I have one heartfelt question for each of you: Who deserves to be celebrated? Every day across TCUSD, our educators do far more than teach lessons. They encourage our students, celebrate their successes, support them through difficult moments, and inspire them to believe in themselves. Much of this work happens quietly, without recognition, but it deserves to be seen, valued, and celebrated.
Nominations are now open for the Coconino County:
- 14th Annual Teacher of the Year
- 9th Annual Rookie Teacher of the Year
- 6th Annual Lifetime Achievement Award
- New Early Childhood Educator of the Year
I encourage our staff, families, students, and community members to think about an educator who has made a meaningful difference and take a few minutes to nominate them. A nomination sends a powerful message: “We see you. We value you. The difference you make matters.” We have so many incredible educators throughout TCUSD who pour their hearts into serving our students. Let’s make sure their dedication and impact are recognized beyond the walls of their classrooms. The nomination deadline is Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Please review the attached announcement and submit your nomination today:
Thank you for helping us celebrate the people who make TCUSD such a special place for our students. Together, let’s lift up those who live out our belief that kids come first each and every day.
With appreciation,
Scott Nedrow
Superintendent
Tuba City Unified School District #15
#KidsComeFirst
