Exemplary Award
Program

The Amistad Commission’s Exemplary Award Program was codified by the New Jersey Legislature and signed into law by Governor Phil Murphy on August 31, 2021. The Exemplary Award is designed to honor New Jersey teachers and administrators who have a demonstrated commitment to teaching the Amistad curriculum and encouraging the literacy and innovation by incorporating African American history in K-12 instruction.

Please nominate a teacher or an administrator that best exemplifies excellence and commitment to teaching the Amistad curriculum using the forms below ⇓

Teacher nomination form due May 30th, 2025

Administrator nomination form due June 6th, 2025

Each nominee will be required to submit a summary of your accomplishments, evidence of your work, and three letters of recommendation.