The Third Annual Search for Michigan's Best Teachers Begins

TEAM Schostak Family Restaurants (TSFR), a Michigan-based family-owned restaurant group with an expansive portfolio of casual, quick service and family dining restaurants throughout the state, and its 65 Applebee’s restaurants have launched its third annual statewide search for Michigan’s best teachers in honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, held this year from Monday, May 6 through Friday, May 10.

Nationally celebrated during the first full week of May, Teacher Appreciation Week recognizes the hard work and positive impact teachers have on local students, families and communities. TSFR and its Applebee’s restaurants are seeking community members to nominate local teachers who have continually served as great role models and encouraged a positive learning environment. Five winners will each be awarded an “Applebee’s Teacher of the Year” certificate, an engraved award, a $500 Visa Gift Card and a VIP Teacher Appreciation Card good for 20% off their food at Applebee’s for a full year.

All teachers working in school districts within 10 miles of TSFR and its 65 Michigan Applebee’s are eligible to win. Those interested in nominating a teacher must fill out a form, complete with the nominator’s name, the nominated teacher’s name and school, contact information and 1500 characters or fewer explaining why the teacher should be selected as an Applebee’s Teacher of the Year. The nomination should include a specific example(s) of how they have stood out as an exceptional, inspiring person in their school district/community. Nominators can access the form here: http://bit.ly/ApplebeesTeacher19. Nominations will be accepted Wednesday, May 1 through Friday, May 10.

“Teachers in our communities spend countless hours going above and beyond to ensure their students succeed not only within the classroom, but outside the classroom as well,” said TSFR Applebee’s Vice President of Operations John Andrews. “Their every day acts can oftentimes go unnoticed, but it is our goal to shine a light on these local heroes. If a teacher has left an impact on you or you know a teacher that has fostered a strong connection with their students, we want to hear about it and have the chance to celebrate them.”

In addition to the Applebee’s Teacher of the Year Awards, TSFR will also be offering all teachers 30 percent off their meals at all of its Michigan Applebee’s locations throughout the week of May 6-10. To receive this special offer, teachers may be asked to show a valid proof of employment, including a school badge or a valid teacher’s license/certificate.

For more information on TSFR’s Teacher Appreciation Week campaign or a complete list of participating Applebee’s restaurants, please visit www.teamschostak.com.