The winning small school district received a $50,000 cash prize.
Alamo Heights ISD, San Antonio

The winning small school district received a $50,000 cash prize.
Alamo Heights ISD, San Antonio

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H-E-B Names Winners in 2017 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards

Company Recognized Outstanding Educators and School Districts with Cash Prizes and Grants Totaling $430,000

On Sunday, May 7, H-E-B announced statewide winners of the 16th annual H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards during an awards ceremony at the Hilton Hotel in Austin. During the ceremony, H-E-B Chairman and CEO Charles Butt personally handed out $430,000 in cash awards and grants, and congratulated eight educators, two school districts, one early childhood agency and a public school board for being among the best in Texas. The program has given away more than $8.5 million in cash and grants since 2002.