Nominate an Outstanding Educator for our Sam Kirk Award! – Learning Disabilities Association of America

Each year LDA of America selects an outstanding educator to receive the Sam Kirk Educator of the Year Award. This is an opportunity to give educators a well-deserved “thank you” and lets them know that they are greatly valued for their contributions to individuals with learning disabilities. The award is designed so that exceptional educators can be honored at the local, state and national levels.

Nominate someone today! The deadline to nominate is October 31st, 2025. The winner will receive their award at our 63rd Annual Conference in St. Louis, Missouri.

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