Over 100 community volunteers will deliver 6,500 Golden Delicious apples donated by Schnucks and thank you cards to teachers in over 170 Winnebago and Boone County Public and Non-Public Schools to thank them for the crucial work they do each day in the classroom with our children. The Golden Delicious apples are a symbol of all that is good in education and Golden Apple Foundation takes this opportunity to invite the community to recognize the important commitment made by teachers.

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“Apple Day” also marks the opening of nominations for the Golden Apple Teacher Recognition Award which celebrates and rewards excellent teachers. Parents, guardians and students are encouraged to nominate outstanding 6th-12th teachers in Winnebago or Boone County Schools. Pre-K through 5th grade teachers will be recognized next year. Five Golden Apples will be presented to select teachers in March and excellence in education will be celebrated at the 19th Annual Excellence in Education Banquet on May 1, 2015.

Volunteers can pick up their apples and cards at the Schnucks located at 6410 E State St, Rockford between 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. Further instructions will be sent to volunteers via email.

For more information contact Golden Apple Foundatin Executive Director, Kristina Reuber, at (815) 226-4180 or kdr@goldenappleofrockford.com.

Golden Apple Foundation inspires, celebrates and supports educational excellence in our community.