Music Teachers Who Make a Difference

For over 25 years, we have honored amazing music educators from all 50 states. That’s more than 1200 educators recognized for their outstanding contributions to music education!

With the combination of Choral Director into the new SBO+, you can also enter vocal program directors now, too, along with musical theater, general music, modern band, and others you think deserve the honor.

Do you know a fantastic K-12 music educator who is deserving of recognition in SBO+?

Tell us why they should be featured in SBO+’s annual “Music Teachers Who Make a Difference” report.

Submission Deadline for 2026 April Issue is February 6th!

Please gather all of the information on this form prior to submitting to make sure your submission is accepted and can be properly considered.

Thank you!

Please note: We traditionally do not reveal the name of the person nominating the director to them, so that you can choose to do so yourself if you wish.

  • In order for SBO to expediently contact the director of their nomination, it is necessary for us to also copy administrative staff, such as a school principal, vice-principal, superintendent, school secretary, or any other staff member who can help make sure that the director is aware of the nomination. Please supply info for two people in administration who you think could assist.