By News Staff on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Anyone can nominate an outstanding Texas educator until September 30Source: H-E-B Excellence in Education Program Nominations open!

To commemorate 25 years of excellence in education, H-E-B will award more than $1 million in cash prizes to Texas educators and their schools through the 2027 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards program.

Nominations are now open, and anyone can nominate their favorite teacher, counselor, principal, school district, school board or early childhood facility and help them win their share of more than $1 million.