LOU MALNATI’S PIZZERIA ENCOURAGES COMMUNITY TO CE-LOU-BRATE CHICAGOLAND TEACHERS BY NOMINATING THEM ONLINE TO WIN “FREE PIZZA FOR A YEAR”

In recognition of Teacher Appreciation Week, students, parents and administrators are encouraged to nominate local teachers online to acknowledge their hard work and dedication to the classroom.

Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria is planning to celebrate teachers across Chicagoland during Teacher Appreciation Week and they need the community’s help nominating dedicated educators making an impact on students’ lives. From April 22 – May 3, 2024, students, parents and fellow administrators across the greater Chicagoland area are encouraged to nominate their favorite K-12 teacher.

Over 80 local teachers will be celebrated in Chicago, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and Phoenix.  There will be 10 local teachers selected to win “Free Pizza for a Year” from Lou Malnati’s in the form of one free medium cheese pizza per week for 52 weeks and a $250 pizza party package for their school.  Additionally, 70 honorable mentions will be chosen to win a $100 Lou Malnati’s gift card during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6 – 10, 2024).

Individuals can use an online form to nominate teachers from public or private schools throughout Chicago and surrounding communities, writing in 100 words or less why their favorite educator deserves to be recognized.  Entries will be judged on the criteria of originality and clear reasoning for nomination. Prizes include:

Grand Prize Teacher (10 winners total across Chicago, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and Phoenix)

  • “Free Pizza for a Year” (One free medium cheese pizza per week for 52 weeks)
  • $250 catering pizza party package for their school

Honorable Mention Teachers (70 winners total across Chicago, Indianapolis, Milwaukee and Phoenix)

  • $100 Lou Malnati’s gift card

“Teachers are the backbone of our local communities,” says Marc Malnati, owner of Lou Malnati’s and a second-generation family member who proudly carries on the Malnati family tradition. “They work hard every day to give kids the tools they need to learn, grow and thrive and we’re excited to honor them and give appreciation for all they do for kids and families across Chicago.”

For more information about the nomination process, including complete rules and instructions, visit https://www.loumalnatis.com/nominateyourteacher.