Frank R. Kemerer Award

NOMINATE A HIGH SCHOOL SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES! 

The purpose of this award is to recognize an outstanding social studies teacher at the high school level. The award is named for Dr. Frank Kemerer, a longtime professor in the Education Department at the University of North Texas. Dr. Kemerer’s teaching and writing consistently displayed a level of scholarship and professionalism that set a high standard for his students, many of whom now serve as teachers or administrators in Texas public schools.

Nominees for the Frank R. Kemerer Award must have at least five years of teaching experience in social studies at the secondary level in Texas public schools and must be nominated by their high school principal and endorsed by the superintendent. Submit your completed application by February 1, 2026, using the link provided below.

2025-2026 Frank Kemerer Award Application»   - Download file to your desktop to save and complete.

Submit Completed Kemerer Application Here» 

For additional information, please contact Leti Menchaca at [email protected]

CONGRATULATIONS TO TASSP'S 2025
Frank Kemerer Award:

Terry Ferguson, Weatherford High School, Weatherford ISD
Nominating Principal: Bill Tommaney, Ph.D.