Since 2004, the Murray community is invited to nominate seven individuals for exceptional performance. These include:
- Five Outstanding Certified Educators: Teachers, counselors, psychologists, social workers, administrators, etc.
- One Classified Employee: Secretaries, aides, custodians, etc.
- One Volunteer
Nominations are announced to the public and submitted between the beginning of December and the end of January each year to the Foundation Executive Director who convenes a special selection committee to review nominations and select finalists.
The winners are announced shortly after nominations close in February and a special gala in their honor is scheduled in March. Those selected receive public accolades, gifts, and tokens of recognition, including tributes from their students, team members, sponsors, and family.
Go here to nominate someone for 2025.
Go here to view a list of past winners.
Gala Sponsors
The Pinnacle Awards are Murray’s highest celebration of achievement. MEF partners with several notable sponsors and business leaders to help honor the work of our distinguished educators. If your business is interested in sponsoring the Gala and/or accolades we present to our winners, contact Doug Perry (Executive Director) OR go here to complete the sponsorship registration form.