Nominate a Most Valuable Teacher Today!

Northwestern Athletics honors the contributions of local teachers at athletic events throughout the year. Recognized teachers also receive a prize pack, including contributions from our corporate partners, the Wirtz Center for the Performing Arts, Henry Crown Sports Pavilion, and more. Complete this form to nominate a deserving local teacher for recognition at a Northwestern Athletic's event. Please include your contact information (the nominator) as well as the requested information for your nominee.

We look to nominate teachers for a variety of successes in their classrooms and educational communities. Possible examples of nomination material can include, but are not limited to, excellence in teaching, mentorship of students, mentorship of fellow teachers, moral in the classroom, etc.

Past MVT Honorees:

2022-2023: 

Khloe Battle, Willard Elementary School 

Jessica Springer, Dr. Martin Luther King Literary and Fine Arts

Alyssa Zuravel, Kingsley Elementary School 

Aubrey Chang, Chute Middle School 



2023-2024: 

Ashley Grant-Sullivan, Oakton Elementary School 

Michael Fosco, Chute Middle School 

Keith Volante, Lincoln Elementary School 

Jenna Nissly, Walker Elementary School 

Traci Mull, Lincolnwood Elementary School 

Avelino Cortez, Bessie Rhodes School fo Global Studies

Steve Yasukawa, Washington Elementary School 

Bridgette Evans, Nichols Middle School 



2024-2025:

Marisa Hernandez, Oakton Elementary 

Nagwah Lahalyeh, Chute Middle School 

Kristin Brown, Harper Elementary School 

Cenietta Mullins, Walker Elementary School 

Carla Shaver, Haven Middle School 

Jackie Zorger, Highcrest Middle School 

Krystal Luce, Kingsley Elementary School 


Please email Rebekah Sigman at rebekah.sigman@northwestern.edu with any questions.

Nomination Form
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