The Le Mars Community School District Foundation and the Le Mars Community School Alumni Association are now accepting nominations for the jointly sponsored 2026 Decades of Excellence Crystal Bell “Teacher of the Year” Award.

This award honors teachers who demonstrate excellence in education by meeting the diverse needs of students. It also financially rewards teachers who exemplify the excellence celebrated by the Decades of Excellence Reunion 2000.

Award Details

One teacher will be selected to receive two $500 awards:

Nominations

Students, parents/guardians, fellow teachers, administrators, and community members are welcome to submit nominations. Nominations may be submitted individually or jointly by more than one nominator.

Detailed instructions and eligibility criteria are available on the nomination form.

All nomination forms must be submitted to the Superintendent’s Office by Friday, March 13, 2026.