Education Ministry Opens Nominations to Honor Outstanding Teachers and Schools

The Ministry clarified that Assistant Undersecretary for Educational Affairs, Engineer Hamad Al-Hamad, issued a circular regarding the opening of the nomination window for honors in celebration of World Teachers’ Day and for recognizing outstanding schools, based on Ministerial Decision No. (121), issued on June 23, 2026, concerning the amendment of nomination conditions and criteria for honors. The circular specified the number of nominees at 100 teachers and 50 outstanding schools within the Educational Affairs sector.

The Ministry explained that evaluation criteria and the grading mechanism will be announced through an operational guide published on the Ministry’s website, clarifying the conditions, regulations, and standards governing the nomination and evaluation process, and ensuring transparency of procedures for all prospective applicants.

It confirmed that the acceptance of nomination applications will begin today and continue until next Saturday, November 14, urging interested teachers and schools to complete all necessary requirements and documents in accordance with the conditions, regulations, and standards specified in the decision.

The Ministry of Education emphasized the importance of ensuring that all data and requirements for nomination are fulfilled within the specified timeframe, noting that no applications submitted after the closure of the nomination period will be considered.

The Ministry of Education affirmed that this initiative aims to appreciate the sincere efforts of those working in the educational field, highlight outstanding educational models, and motivate educational staff and institutions to continue their contributions and enhance performance levels, thereby supporting the quality of the educational process and achieving its objectives.