Although the president gives the award, he does not determine who will get it. The award is a collaboration between the U. S. Department of Education, the National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) and the National Association of Secondary School Principals. Information about how to apply for the award is found on the NAESP website, or at the U.S. Dept. of Education site:
http://www2.ed.gov/programs/presedaward/contacts.html
The motto of Ullens School is 'A Center of Excellence in Education'.
The motto of Jubilee School is 'Towards Excellence in Education'.
The motto of Khaitan Public School is 'Excellence in Education'.
Thomas Adams School's motto is 'Excellence in Education'.
The motto of Commack School District is 'Excellence in Education'.
Aliquippa School District's motto is 'Excellence in Education'.
The motto of Airly Primary School is 'Aiming for excellence in education'.
Atlantic School of Theology's motto is 'Excellence in Ecumenical Theological Education'.
The motto of Matawan Regional High School is 'Excellence in education'.
The motto of Cornell School District is 'Pursuing Excellence in Public Education'.
The motto of Ridge View High School is 'Excellence in Education'.
Glens Falls High School's motto is 'Excellence in Education'.