Jan 17, 2008 3:52 PM
Teaching prize: The American Historical Association, a professional association for historians, is accepting applications for its Beveridge Family Teaching Prize. Established in 1995, the prize honors the Beveridge family’s longstanding commitment to K–12 teaching by recognizing excellence and innovation in K–12 history teaching, including career contributions and specific initiatives. The award consists of $1,500, plus travel expenses to attend the annual American Historical Association meeting which will take place in January 2009 in New York. K–12 history teachers can apply. DEADLINE: March 17 for a letter of nomination. CONTACT: Beveridge Family Teaching Prize, American Historical Association, 400 A St., Washington, DC 20003; e-mail: info@historians.org; Web site: www.historians.org/teaching/Beveridge.htm.
Acellus Matching Grant: The International Academy of Science, a membership organization that brings scientists and entrepreneurs from around the world together for the advancement of science and scientific education, developed the Acellus Matching Grant Program to help qualified schools purchase the Acellus Learning System program, a video-based interactive education tool that helps students master mathematics. Schools or districts that teach grades 6 through 12 will be awarded $2,500 to $85,000. DEADLINE: None. CONTACT: Julianna Habing at 1-816-229-3800; Web site: www.science.edu.
Music education grants: The Mockingbird Foundation, which generates its charitable proceeds from fans of the rock band Phish, funds music education programs for children. The foundation looks for projects that encourage creative expression through all musical forms, as well as supports basic needs within conventional instruction. Schools and nonprofit organizations — especially those with low overhead, innovative approaches, and/or collaborative elements to their work — can apply for grants from $50 to $5,000. DEADLINE: Feb. 1. CONTACT: Submit letter of inquiry via the Web: www.phish.net/mockingbird/funding.
Educator Fellowships: The Earthwatch Institute, an organization devoted to promoting conservation projects, is accepting applications for its Educator Fellowships. The fellowships are designed to give educators and administrators a chance to participate in and experience expeditions, which offer educators a chance to grow professionally through intense participation in projects and new experiences. Funds vary and amounts cover educators’ living expenses at the site and some travel expenses. Elementary, middle and high school educators and administrators can apply. DEADLINE: Feb. 15. CONTACT: Kevin McAndrew at 1-978-450-1268; e-mail: kmcandrew@earthwatch.org; Web site: www.earthwatch.org.
NEA Foundation grants: The NEA Foundation, through its partnership with educators, advances student achievement by investing in public education. The foundation offers two grants: Learning and Leadership Grants and Student Achievement Grants. The Learning and Leadership grants are awarded to individual teachers who want to participate in professional development experiences such as summer institutes or action research, and to groups for research, lesson study or mentoring. The Student Achievement Grants are awarded to students to improve academic achievement in U.S. public schools and higher education institutions. Learning and Leadership grants range from $2,000 to $5,000 and may be used for fees, travel expenses or other educational materials. Student Achievement grants are for up to $5,000 and may be used for resource materials/supplies. Public school teachers in grades K–12, public school education support professionals, or faculty at public higher education institutions can apply. DEADLINE: Feb. 1. CONTACT: The NEA Foundation, 1201 16th St., Suite 416, Washington, DC 20036; Web site: www.neafoundation.org/about.htm.
Teacher scholarships: City Gardens Club of New York pays program fees for a limited number of K–8 New York City public school teachers to attend activity-oriented summer workshops at the New York Botanical Garden, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Maine Audubon Society Hog Island and the Nature Conservancy on Shelter Island. The scholarship will cover the cost of tuition, course materials, room and board where applicable. Elementary and middle school teachers who teach some science in the classroom are eligible. DEADLINE: Feb. 29. CONTACT: Citygardensclub@aol.com for an application.
Abraham Lincoln Fellowship: Horace Mann and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library Museum have teamed up to offer 50 teachers a fellowship to study the life and legacy of our 16th president. The fellowship is open to any full-time K-12 teacher of any discipline in the U.S. The fellowship features a five-day institute in June and July at the ALPLM in Springfield, Ill., and it includes round-trip transportation, lodging and most meals. Teachers must submit their applications online. They must also submit their resume and answer two essay questions (250 words maximum). DEADLINE: Feb. 15. CONTACT: www.horacemann.com (for applications); e-mail: wappelpl@mail.horacemann.com; phone: 1-217-788-5373.
Christopher Columbus Fellowship: The Christopher Columbus Fellowship Foundation is an independent federal government agency that encourages research and study of new developments in diverse fields. The foundation is now accepting nominations for the Freida J. Riley Teacher Award to recognize a teacher working with a physical disability; who teaches in an exceptionally challenging environment; or has performed a heroic act by making an exceptional, personal or physical sacrifice on behalf of students. The award is named for Freida J. Riley, a teacher who had Hodgkin’s disease and died at 31, and inspired students to surmount limits and fulfill their dreams. One award of $10,000 will be awarded. Certified K–12 classroom teachers can apply. DEADLINE: Feb. 4. CONTACT: 1-315-268-0090; e-mail: judithmscolumbus@cs.com; Web site: www.columbusfdn.org.