http://jct.sciedupress.com Journal of Curriculum and Teaching Vol. 12, No. 1; 2023 Published by Sciedu Press 336 ISSN 1927-2677 E-ISSN 1927-2685 Project Evaluation for Expand the Potential of the Teacher Network Award from the Princess Maha Chakri Award (PMCA) Foundation Towards the Development of Underprivileged Children in Thailand Waraporn Erawan 1 , Chatkaew Kanawapee 2 & Chowwalit Chookhampaeng 1, * 1 Faculty of Education, Mahasarakham University, Thailand 2 Institute for Research on Education systems foundation, Thailand *Corresponding: Faculty of Education, Mahasarakham University, Muang District 44000, Thailand. Tel: 66-97-197-9959 Received: January 14, 2023 Accepted: February 2, 2023 Online Published: February 17, 2023 doi:10.5430/jct.v12n1p336 URL: https://doi.org/10.5430/jct.v12n1p336 Abstract This study aimed to evaluate the impact of a project aiming to enhance the empowerment of disadvantaged children and youth in Thailand, with a view to promoting educational equality in the country. The Kirkpatrick evaluation framework, comprising four dimensions - response, learning, behavior, and results - was applied. Data was collected from 93 teachers out of a total of 121 (76.85%) who participated in the project, as well as 28 teachers who were interviewed. The research tools included a 5-point Likert scale questionnaire comprising 26 items, and a 6-item interview guide. Statistical analysis using mean, standard deviation, and t-test was conducted to analyze the data. The results indicated that the project had a significant impact on teacher response and learning, as well as a positive impact on behavior and results. Implications for future research and practical applications are discussed. The research findings indicate that the overall assessment of the project is highly satisfactory ( = 4.17). Upon consideration of the individual domains, it was found that all domains were highly satisfactory, with teachers involved in the project expressing the highest level of satisfaction with the outcomes of the project's implementation ( = 4.27). In particular, the domain of behavior in the application of knowledge in practice was highly effective ( = 4.22). The level of response that individuals have to the environmental sustainability project and the feelings they have towards the project ( = 4.13) and the learning aspect, including understanding the principles and theories, and the skills necessary to achieve the goals of the project ( = 4.06). A significant recommendation is the development of an information technology system to collect and disseminate the innovative work of teachers in order to expand its impact. It is also important to link the dissemination system of the project with capable agencies in the field. Keywords: project evaluation, potential of the teacher, children in Thailand 1. Introduction The "His Majesty the King's Award for Excellent Teachers" is a prestigious award that honors teachers in Thailand and Asia. The selection process for deserving teachers to receive the "His Majesty the King's Award for Excellent Teachers" takes place every two years and is a distinct process from other award selections because teachers who are deemed worthy of receiving the award are those who have the participation of all sectors of society. Since the opportunity for alumni students to nominate teachers for the Provincial Selection Committee for the "His Majesty the King's Award for Excellent Teachers" has been opened, which covers all 77 provinces, the selection and evaluation of teachers by the committee is based on criteria set by the foundation, which is an important mechanism in the selection process, leading to the selection of high-quality teachers who have the ability to transform the lives of students and contribute to the education community. These are teachers who embody the spirit of teaching for Thailand in 2021, being the fourth cohort of teachers to undergo this selection process. There were a total of 170 teachers who received the award at the provincial level, distributed throughout the country. The Princess Maha Chakri Award Foundation supports award-winning teachers by providing funding for expansion projects, recognizing them as a crucial component of the work. They serve as leaders in expanding and enhancing their