NYAAE Awards
NYAAE, in conjunction with NAAE, maintains an extensive awards program to recognize the accomplishments of our many talented and dedicated members. We have awards for agricultural educators in every stage of their careers, from scholarships to lifetime achievement. Individuals who are recognized as award winners for NYAAE have the opportunity to represent the region and be recognized by the National Association of Agricultural Educators.
2025 NYAAE Award Areas:
Outstanding Agriculture Teacher Award
Outstanding Early Career Teacher Award
Outstanding Middle/Secondary Agricultural Education Award
Outstanding Postsecondary Agriculture Program Award
Teacher Mentor
Ideas Unlimited
30-Minute Club (State Recognition ONLY)
Outstanding Service Award
Lifetime Achievement Award
Visionary Impact Award
Teachers Turn the Key Professional Development Scholarship (2025 Information Coming Soon!)
2025 NYAAE Award Application Timeline:
Jan 31: Nominations due using this form.
Please complete the nomination form for each person you would like to nominate. Nominate yourself, your colleagues, or your community members!
Generally, teachers who have been nominated will complete their application, however, if you are nominating an organization or other non-teacher, you may be asked to assist in gathering information for their application.
March 10th: State award applications due and review process begins.
April 1st: NYAAE award winners notified; Receive application feedback to prepare for National submission.
May 15th: NYAAE Award winners submit Award application to NAAE.
June 23rd: NYAAE Award Winners recognized at the 2025 NYAAE Awards Banquet at the Oswegatchie Education Center