Exemplary Woman in Education Award

Help us honor and celebrate exemplary women in school leadership.

Each year, ACSA seeks nominations for outstanding women in educational leadership to recognize with our Exemplary Woman in Education Award.

Timeline & Recognition

Eligibility Requirements

Nominee must be an active ACSA member.

Contact Us

Please contact Emily Agpoon with any questions.

2025-26 Exemplary Woman in Education Winners

Cali Binks

Cali Binks

Superintendent, Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint USD

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Parvin Ahmadi WEB

Parvin Ahmadi

Superintendent (retired), Castro Valley USD

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Previous Recipients

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2024-25

Dr. Cherina Betters

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2023-24

Dr. Denise Wickham

Candace Singh

2022-25

Dr. Candace Singh

Phelps

2021-22

Dr. Marian Kim Phelps

Petersen

2019-20

Dr. Cindy Petersen

Hill

2018-19

Dr. Margaret Hill

Hannigan

2017-18

Dr. Jessica Hannigan

Each year, ACSA seeks nominations for outstanding women in educational leadership to recognize with our Exemplary Woman in Education Award, presented at the Women in School Leadership Forum.

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