Nominations to honor the contributions of an outstanding Education Support Professional (ESP) in Oregon are open through February 6, 2025.
To be nominated, ESPs must work in an Oregon K-12 public school or school district and embody the core values of:
- Accountability: The ESP owns and takes responsibility for student outcomes and success within their scope of influence.
- Equity: The ESP creates and fosters an environment where every student has access and opportunity to thrive.
- Excellence: The ESP collaboratively manages the resources they are entrusted with to achieve the best possible outcomes for every student.
- Integrity: The ESP is honest and transparent regardless of the situation they are facing.
The 2025 Oregon ESP of the Year will be surprised with a special announcement later in the spring. Thanks to the Oregon Department of Education’s partnership with the Oregon Lottery, the Oregon ESP of the Year will receive an award of $5,000, as well as a plaque and banner to commemorate this significant achievement.
Additional information can be found on the Oregon Education Support Professional of the Year webpage.