Educators shape the lives of young people every day through creativity, encouragement, and care. Childsplay is proud to celebrate the teachers and educators who inspire curiosity and imagination in their students and communities.
Enter an educator who has made a meaningful impact in your life for a chance to be recognized during our Teacher Appreciation Celebration and receive a special prize package from Childsplay Theatre.
All educators entered in the drawing will receive discounted tickets for an Educator Performance of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane the Musical at the Herberger Theater Center.
In addition, five educators will be selected through a random drawing to receive a prize package valued at over $1,000, including:
4 complimentary tickets to The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane the Musical
A family four-pack of tickets to any show in Childsplay’s 50th Anniversary Season (2026–2027)
A school performance of Don't Look at the Duendes in Fall 2026
A drama workshop for their class
A Gift Card for Dining and Shopping
Books and materials for their classroom
Entries will be accepted through April 24, 2026, and selected educators will be notified after that date.
Students, families, colleagues, and community members are all invited to help us celebrate the educators who make a difference.
If you have questions, please contact ceducation@childsplayaz.org .
Anyone who has been inspired by an educator is welcome to submit an entry. Students, former students, parents or caregivers, colleagues, administrators, and community members are all encouraged to participate.
Five educators will be selected through a random drawing from all eligible entries submitted by the April 24 deadline. Selected educators will be contacted directly with additional details.
An educator may be anyone who helps young people learn, grow, and discover their creativity. This includes classroom teachers as well as librarians, coaches, teaching artists, arts educators, administrators, and other adults who support young people in educational settings.
If someone has helped shape your learning, curiosity, or confidence, we consider them an educator worth celebrating.
