Golden Apple inspires, develops and supports teacher and school leader excellence, especially in schools-of-need. 

Through our unique programming, Golden Apple honors outstanding teachers and school leaders; they, in turn, support the growth and development of preservice teachers; they also support our Golden Apple Scholars in their early years of teaching through hands-on, personalized mentoring. This is particularly important as the teacher shortage across the country continues to grow. 

Golden Apple will make a material difference in resolving the teacher shortage through its Scholars and Accelerators programs by expanding the pipeline of highly effective, diverse educators. 

Our leading-edge education preparation through the Golden Apple Scholars and Accelerators programs deliver exceptional teachers who make an impact from day one. We help students thrive in the classroom and in life. 

Golden Apple elevates the teaching and school leadership professions through recognition of master teachers and school leaders with the Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Teaching & Leadership. Award recipients play an important role in preparing the next generation of teachers by providing instruction and mentorship to future teachers in the Golden Apple Scholars and Accelerators programs.