TDS seeking nominations for Spokane Most Valuable Educator Award

Winner will receive a Gonzaga men's basketball prize package.

SPOKANE, Washington – In partnership with Gonzaga Athletics, TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS®) is seeking nominations for its Most Valuable Educator Award.

The Most Valuable Educator program honors a person working in Spokane- and Coeur d’Alene-area elementary schools who is making a difference in the lives of students and their community. The winner will receive a Gonzaga prize package that includes tickets to a men’s basketball game, in-game recognition, and a classroom tour of the McCarthey Athletic Center.

“We can never thank educators enough for their tireless efforts to help students achieve and make our communities a better place. We’re proud to partner with Gonzaga Athletics and look forward to honoring a deserving educator with the Most Valuable Educator Award,” said Drew Petersen, TDS Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs.

To nominate a teacher, aide, administrator, or other staff member, visit the nomination form here. Nominees must teach sixth grade or below to be eligible to win. The deadline to submit a nomination is Sunday, Dec. 21.

TDS offers all-fiber, high-speed internet, TV, phone, and mobile services in Spokane, Spokane Valley, Coeur d’Alene, Post Falls, Rathdrum, and Hayden Lake. TDS service is available in many parts of the area, with work ongoing to extend to additional neighborhoods. For more information, visit TDSFiber.com.

Media Contact: Mark Schaaf | Manager of Communications | TDS Telecom | 414-326-3588 | mark.schaaf@tdstelecom.com

TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Telecom/TDS®) delivers high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a mix of small to mid-sized urban, suburban and rural communities throughout the U.S. With 1.1 million connections, TDS’ mission is to create a better world through its communications services. Powered by fiber-optics and new industry-leading technologies, TDS delivers up to 8 Gigabit internet speeds and offers internet-protocol based TV entertainment solutions along with traditional phone services. TDS also offers businesses VoIP advanced communications solutions, dedicated internet service, and data networking services. Visit tdstelecom.com.

TDS Telecom, headquartered in Madison, Wis., employs 3,400 people and is a subsidiary of Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. [NYSE: TDS]. Telephone and Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) provides broadband, video and voice through its TDS Telecom business. Its Array business leases and offers tower space to third-party carriers. Founded in 1969, TDS is headquartered in Chicago. Visit tdsinc.com.

Search Newsroom

Filter search results:

Not finding what you're looking for?

Visit our support site for FAQs, how-tos, and other useful resources.