Quick Facts
FundingCash awards to winning educators and their schools ($1M+ awarded annually)
Grade FocusK-12
DeadlineSeptember 30, 2026
FunderH-E-B (Corporate)
The H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards recognize outstanding Texas educators and schools with cash prizes totaling more than $1 million annually. Winners receive awards for themselves and significant grants for their schools, making this one of the most prestigious educator recognition programs in Texas.
What This Grant Funds
Award winners receive cash prizes and school grants that can be used for educational programs, supplies, and initiatives. Winning schools receive significant funding that can support STEM programs, technology, and classroom resources.
Who Is Eligible
- Texas public school teachers at all grade levels
- Texas public school principals and administrators
- Texas public school districts (large and small district categories)
- Nominees are selected by H-E-B through a competitive application and interview process
How Forward Education Products Qualify
micro:bit Starter Kit — STEM and CS classroom hardware for H-E-B award-winning Texas schools
MicroChat AI Literacy Kit — AI literacy programs for innovative Texas educators recognized by H-E-B
Coding for Good Kit — project-based STEM curriculum for award-winning Texas school programs
Keep in Mind: H-E-B awards are based on demonstrated excellence and innovation. Strong applications show measurable student impact, not just innovative ideas. Peer nominations and community support matter.
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