This person is not required to be a resident of Rock Island, but they must be employed by the Rock Island-Milan School District, Jordan Catholic School or Alleman High School. This individual may be a superintendent, principal, dean, teacher or para-professional who is engaging and inspires students to do their best in school and out in the community. This person displays leadership, character and empathy while acting as a mentor. They may put in extra hours through coaching or leading after-school programs and activities, for example. They have the respect of students, staff and other educators. 

Education - Past Citizen of the Year Winners

The individual/business denoted with ** is the overall Citizen of the Year for that respective year.