The exciting event celebrated the dedicated educators of Henderson County.
2026 marks the 40th Anniversary of Henderson County Education Foundation.
This year’s HCEF Education Celebration marks our RUBY JUBILEE—CELEBRATING 40 YEARS of serving students, supporting educators, and strengthening schools!
We will honor the very best of Henderson County education, recognizing the 24th class of Education Hall of Fame inductees, the Principal of the Year, District Specialty Teachers of the Year, Teachers of the Year from every HCPS school, and future educators in our Teaching as a Profession classes. We are also pleased to welcome back past Hall of Fame inductees, former HCEF Board members, and past District Teachers of the Year. Guests will enjoy a reception, dinner, and awards program that brings together our community for a memorable Ruby Jubilee celebration.
Click the link below to nominate a 2026 Education Hall of Fame Candidate!
● Recognition: Logo included in the event program and on the HCEF website event page. ● Podium Recognition: Name mentioned from the podium during the event. ● Event Day Benefits: Four tickets to the event.
$500 🟧 TOPAZ Sponsors
● Recognition: Company name included in the event program and on the event page of the HCEF website. ● Event Day Benefits: Two tickets to the event.
$150 ⚪PEARL Patrons
● Recognition: Company name included in the event program and on the event page of the HCEF website.
️ QUARTZ In-Kind Sponsors (Pertaining to Gifts for the Teachers of the Year and Principal of the Year) ● Recognition: Company name listed in the event program
QUARTZ In-Kind Sponsors (Pertaining to Gifts for the Teachers of the Year and Principal of the Year)
● Recognition: Company name listed in the event program