Excellence In Education Award Nominations Open

SYCAMORE – The DeKalb County Community Foundation and DeKalb County Regional Office of Education are accepting nominations for the 2027 Excellence in Education Awards. Nominations are due Oct. 31. Awards recognize teachers, administrators and support staff who make an impact in DeKalb County schools. Recipients will receive $1,000, a plaque and recognition at a ceremony in spring 2027. Nominees must have at least five years of service in their current district and plan to continue working there next school year. More information is available through the DeKalb County Community Foundation.