Our teacher awards honor journalism educators who make remarkable impacts for their students. Explore the awards available, and make a nomination today!

Candace and John Bowen Adviser First Amendment Leadership Award

Deadline: July 15, 2025
This annual award will go to a JEA member whose work has actively supported, defended and fought for student journalists and their advisers on the local, state or national level.
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Broadcast Adviser of the Year

Deadline: May 15, 2025
The Broadcast Adviser of the Year program is designed to honor outstanding high school advisers and their exemplary work from the previous year, as well as throughout their careers.
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Administrator of the Year

Deadline: July 15, 2025
This award is given to administrators who have demonstrated support and dedication to journalism education. JEA members are encouraged to nominate worthy administrators. Support of student press rights is of particular value.
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Committee & Judges

The awards committee meets at each convention to plan and coordinate all of JEA’s award programs.

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Student awards

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Contests

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