Autism Nova Scotia

Nominee Information

Nominee Name *

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Last

Email *

Phone

Eligibility: Is the person you are nominating a teacher, member of a student support team, or part of a learning team within an accredited Nova Scotia education centre, college/university, or Designated Special Education Private School (DSEPS)? *

Yes
No

Type of School or Learning Environment: *

Public School
Private School
Post-Secondary School
Other

If Other, please specify:

School Principal/Administrator Contact Information (if applicable): The awards committee may contact them for more information. Please let them know you are submitting this nomination.

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Last

Email

Phone

School Website

Nominator Information

Nominator Name *

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Last

Email *

Phone

Address *

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City

State / Province / Region

Postal Code

Country

Your Relationship to the Nominee: *

Educator
Parent/Caregiver
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Other

If Other, please specify:

Nomination Questions

Please answer the following questions in 250 words or less each. Be as specific as possible, using real examples or stories that show how your nominee makes a difference for Autistic learners.

Growth and Learning: How does the person you are nominating help Autistic learners grow and reach their potential? *

250 words maximum

Collaboration: How does the nominee work with students, families/caregivers, educators, and other partners to support Autistic learners? *

250 words maximum

Confidence and Connection: How does the nominee help Autistic learners build self-esteem and positive peer relationships? *

250 words maximum

Inclusive and Informed Practice: How does the nominee use inclusive, evidence-based, and current practices for teaching and supporting Autistic learners? *

250 words maximum

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2026 Sheelagh Nolan Award for Excellence in Teaching – Nomination Form:

Nominee Information

Nominator Information

Nomination Questions