2025
BLOOM AWARD CATEGORIES
Exclusive awards:
Exclusive to the University of Guelph-Humber Early Childhood Studies Program
EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES INSTRUCTOR AWARD:
Awarded to a University of Guelph-Humber Early Childhood Studies instructor who goes above and beyond professional expectations to support and educate future early childhood professionals.
Criteria:
- Nominated by an Early Childhood Studies student from the University of Guelph-Humber
EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES ALUMNI BLOOMER AWARD:
Awarded to an alumni of the University of Guelph-Humber’s Early Childhood Studies program who has flourished and made a significant impact in the lives of children and their families.
Criteria:
- Individuals must be an alumni of the University of Guelph-Humber's Early Childhood Studies program
STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARD IN EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES:
Awarded to an Early Childhood Studies student who selflessly supports and provides guidance to their peers through strong student leadership.
Criteria:
I- Currently enrolled at the University of Guelph-Humber in the Early Childhood Studies program.
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION AWARD:
Awarded to a professional who provides extraordinary education and care to children and families, demonstrating exceptional professionalism, and embodying professional standards as described by the College of Early Childhood Educators.
Criteria:
- Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of ECE’s
EXCELLENCE IN MENTORSHIP AWARD:
Awarded to a University of Guelph-Humber Early Childhood Studies field practicum site that mentors students by encouraging confidence, allowing for risk and failure, and models how to be an empathetic professional.
Criteria:
- Must be an active Field Practicum site affiliated with the University of Guelph-Humber’s Early Childhood Studies program.
External awards
Open to all professionals in the field of Early Childhood Studies field or related to.
EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES ADVANCEMENT AWARD:
Awarded to a professional who has made a significant contribution to the field of Early Childhood Studies by going above and beyond to support the well-being and best interest of children. This individual's contribution can be through research or by working directly with children and families.
Criteria:
- Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of ECE’s and/or;
- Has a diploma/degree in a discipline related to early childhood
EARLY CHILDHOOD STUDIES COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD:
Awarded to an individual whose professional practice with children and families has rippled into positive outcomes for the community.
Criteria:
- Professional practice is defined by directly working with children and families or conducting research that impacts the community.
- Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of ECE’s and/or;
- Has a diploma/degree in a discipline related to early childhood
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONAL HONORARY AWARD:
Awarded to an individual who has created positive change and who has had a profound impact on children, families and the community.
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Criteria:
- Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of ECE’s and/or;
- Has a diploma/degree in a discipline related to early childhood
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION AWARD:
Awarded to a professional who provides extraordinary education and care to children and families, demonstrating exceptional professionalism, and embodying professional standards as described by the College of Early Childhood Educators.
Criteria:
- Registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of ECE’s