We are pleased to congratulate the very first recipient of the 2024-25 $25K Milken Award, Maria Santonastaso, kindergarten teacher at Glen Hills Elementary in Cranston, RI!
CELEBRATING 3,000 EDUCATORS
This year, the Milken Family Foundation embarks on a nationwide tour, marking the 3,000th Milken Educator in the Awards’ ranks, empowering recipients to broaden their impact on the American K-12 profession. Who will be next?
Get to know the 2023-24 class of Milken Educators in our Spotlight interview series, where they talk about their teaching philosophies, what drew them to the classroom, and their hopes and dreams for students.
Lowell Milken created the Milken Educator Awards to give outstanding teachers the recognition they deserve for their important work — ensuring a bright future for every student.
