In the education world, the Yass Prize is considered the nation’s largest financial award and the Pulitzer of education innovation.
At a Glance:
- Yass Prize offers $1 million for education innovation
- Applications due by June 1 at 10 a.m. MST
- Past Idaho finalists include GEM Innovation Schools and One Stone’s Lab51
With a $1 million prize at stake, Idaho education providers of every type and scale still have time to apply for the prestigious award for 2026. Applications will be accepted through June 1 and must be received by 10 a.m. MST.
Recognizing the most transformational, sustainable and outstanding education models in America, Yass prize money aims to help educators accelerate their impact on students and expand opportunities in the communities in which they serve, while fostering a sense of urgency to help make education work for all students…