Excellent Atlanta educators to be rewarded

Atlanta and Fulton County educators are being encouraged to apply for the 2014 Atlanta Families’ Awards for Excellence in Education, which provides $7,500 to each winner.

The awards are intended to recognize, retain and inspire the best teachers and leaders who raise student achievement, enhance students’ self-esteem and collaborate for the benefit of students.

Nominations and applications may be submitted at www.atlantafamilies.org through March 21.