To be eligible for nomination a principal must:
Currently work as an elementary, middle, secondary or high school principal in FCPS (Assistant or Associate principals are not eligible for this particular award – consider nominating them for Outstanding Leader)
Have begun their fourth year as a building principal (experience in an acting capacity is not counted)
Be aware of and in agreement with this nomination

Nominees must be principals who:
Manage effectively
Demonstrate and encourage creativity and innovation
Foster cooperation between the school and the community
Maintain a continuing dialogue with students and parents as well as faculty and staff
Keep abreast of developments in the field of education
Encourage team spirit
Demonstrate leadership and exemplify commitment
Continue to play an active role in the classroom
Foster an environment where diversity in all of its forms is valued and appreciated and demonstrate keeping equity at the center of their work.
Contribute to one or more of the following Ignite Goals, in the FCPS Strategic Plan:
Student Success
Caring Culture
Premier Workforce
Resource Stewardship