TOY and SROY

Do you know someone who has gone above and beyond to impact their school? Nominate them for Teacher of the Year (TOY) or School-Related Employee of the Year (SREOY)!

Anyone can nominate someone!

What are TOY and SREOY? TOY and SREOY are Florida Department of Education Recognition Statewide Programs for teachers and education support personnel.

Who can nominate? These programs are open to anyone who would like to nominate an employee including, community members, supervisors, administrators, teachers, parents/guardians, and students.

Who is eligible? Please see Nomination Forms (accessible via links below) for eligibility.

Nomination forms can be submitted to schools and departments.

If you have ANY questions at all, please do not hesitate to contact the Hernando County Education Foundation at (352) 797-7313 (Ext. 0).

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2026-2027 Nominations for School Related Employee of the Year are closed.

You may submit nominations for Teacher of the Year – TOY: October 1, 2026 – October 20, 2026.

26-27-TOY-Nomination-Form.pdf

Celebration Dates

Invitation-only

School-Related Employee of the Year

November 19, 2026
‍Location: Silverthorn
4550 Golf Club Lane
Spring Hill, FL 34609

Time: 6:00 pm
Dress: Business/Semi-Formal

Teacher of the Year

January 22, 2027
Location: Leadfoot City
17109 Old Ayers Rd.
Brooksville, FL 34604

Time: 6:00-9:00 PM

Educator Awards