Youngstown Honors 2026: Save the Date!
May 7, 2026
The Maronite Center, 5 pm - 9 pm
Contact: Crystal Hawthorne
Director of Talent Acquisition, Professional Learning, and Development
crystal.hawthorne@youngstown.k12.oh.us
(330)-744-8021
Sponsorships
Sponsorship opportunities are available to help bring the Youngstown Honors event to reality. Please consider joining us in celebrating Youngstown City School District teachers, support staff, and administrators who demonstrate exceptional leadership. Contact Crystal Hawthorne for more details.
Introduced in 2023, Youngstown Honors is a employee recognition gala at Youngstown City Schools that recognizes district teachers, support staff, administrators, and retirees who demonstrate exceptional leadership. Awards in numerous categories recognize our educators outstanding efforts in supporting our scholars with educational opportunities, and fostering an environment of excellence.
2026 Nominations Now Open!
Only ONE Nomination per submission. You may fill out nominations multiple times but only once per nominee.
Please use the Google link below to submit your nomination(s). Nominations will only be accepted via that form.
Nomination eligibility will be verified once the nomination form is received.
You may review the full list of award categories here, click here - YH Awards Criteria
Contact Crystal M. Hawthorne at crystal.hawthorne@youngstown.k12.oh.us or (330)744-8021 with any questions.
Thank you for helping us recognize and celebrate the outstanding people who make Youngstown strong. We look forward to honoring this year’s remarkable nominees and award recipients at Youngstown Honors! Click here for the nomination form.
Award Categories
Teacher of the Year
Deb DiFrancesco Principal of the Year
Dr. Wendy Webb Administrator of the Year
Newcomer (First-Year Teacher and Support Staff ) Award
Edward “ed” Matey Coach of the Year (Athletic)
Anthony DeNiro Distinguished Service Awards
Superintendent Volunteer Service Award
Dr. Ben McGee Lifetime Achievement Award
Substitute Teacher of the Year (NEW)