Who can apply to Awards Program?

Open to active NAEA members who meet established criteria for award nominations. Membership is not required for the Eisner Lifetime Achievement Award, Distinguished Service Outside the Profession Award, and Committee on Multiethnic Concerns (COMC), J. Eugene Grigsby, Jr. Award. NAEA Board Members, Board Members-Elect, Regional Representatives, and voting members of a state association board are ineligible during their terms. Individuals serving on awards committees cannot be considered for awards they are reviewing. Immediate family members may not nominate other family members.

What does Awards Program offer?

National recognition for outstanding art educators

When is the application deadline?

The deadline is 2 November 2026.

Prize

Awards Program

National Art Education Foundation (NAEF)

Deadline: Nov 2
Award: National recognition for outstanding art educators
Entry fee: Free
Eligibility: Open to active NAEA members who meet established criteria for award nominations. Membership is not required for the Eisner Lifetime Achievement Award, Distinguished Service Outside the Profession Award, and Committee on Multiethnic Concerns (COMC), J. Eugene Grigsby, Jr. Award. NAEA Board Members, Board Members-Elect, Regional Representatives, and voting members of a state association board are ineligible during their terms. Individuals serving on awards committees cannot be considered for awards they are reviewing. Immediate family members may not nominate other family members.

Discipline

Digital

About

The NAEA Awards Program recognizes outstanding art educators across all Divisions and Regions, and from each state and province. The program offers over 100 awards at state, regional, and national levels, celebrating achievements and service in art education. Nominations are accepted from individual members, state/province associations, and NAEA Interest Groups. The program aims to honor dedication to the development of future professional members and contributions to the improvement of art education.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply to Awards Program?: Open to active NAEA members who meet established criteria for award nominations. Membership is not required for the Eisner Lifetime Achievement Award, Distinguished Service Outside the Profession Award, and Committee on Multiethnic Concerns (COMC), J. Eugene Grigsby, Jr. Award. NAEA Board Members, Board Members-Elect, Regional Representatives, and voting members of a state association board are ineligible during their terms. Individuals serving on awards committees cannot be considered for awards they are reviewing. Immediate family members may not nominate other family members.
What does Awards Program offer?: National recognition for outstanding art educators
When is the application deadline?: The deadline is 2 November 2026.
Is there an application fee?: No — applying is free.

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