Ciba Speciality Chemicals Exemplary Middle Level and High School Principal Awards. www.nsta.org/cibaprincipal One middle level and one high school principal will receive these awards for demonstrated leadership in developing and maintaining outstanding science programs. Awardee receive $2,000; a one-year NSTA membership; and up to $500 to attend the NSTA National Conference.
Ciba Specialty Chemicals Exemplary Middle Level and High School Science Teaching Awards. www.nsta.org/cibateacher One middle level and one high school science teacher will receive these awards for demonstrated science-teaching excellence. Awardees receive $2,000; a one year NSTA membership; and up to $500 to attend the NSTA National Conference.
Coca-Cola Foundation Grants www2.coca-cola.com/citizenship/foundation.html The Coca-Cola Foundation supports high-quality education and encourages new solutions to the problems that impede educational systems today. It also supports programs that have been proven to work. The Foundation makes grants to public and private colleges and university, elementary and secondary schools, teacher training programs, educational programs for minority students, and global educational programs. The Coca-Cola Foundation Board of Directors reviews funding proposals in quarterly meetings. All requests receive a written response when the review process is complete.
Delta Education/CPO Awards for Excellence in Inquiry-Based Science Teaching www.nsta.org/deltacpo Recognizes three science teachers who successfully use inquiry-based science to enhance teaching and learning in their classrooms. Three awards- one at the preK-elementary level (grades preK-5); one at the middle level (grades 6-8); and one at the high school level (grades 9-12)- will be presented. Awards will consist of $1,500 toward expenses to attend the NSTA National Conference and $1,500 for the awardees.
Drug, Chemical and Associated Technologies Association (DCAT) "Making a Difference" Award www.nsta.org/dcat One lead science teacher and a supporting principal will receive the award on behalf of their school's innovative middle level science program. The winning school receives $2,500 to ehance their winning program. In addition, airfare and two nights lodging at the NSTA National Conference are provided for the teacher and principal, and one-year NSTA membership.
Environmental Education Projects http://www.turner. com/cpf/ The Captain Planet Foundation is looking for projects that support environmental education through out-of-the-classroom activities that encourage students to get involved in saving the Earth. Projects should promote interaction between students and improve problem solving skills. Projects from urban and rural schools will receive preference. Grants range from $250 to $2,500. There is no deadline. Request application guidelines from Chrissy Sapp, Manager, Captain Planet Foundation, One CNN Center, 10th Floor, South Tower, Atlanta, GA 30303, (404) 827-4130.
The GLOBE Program www.globe.gov The GLOBE program, which stands for Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment, is a hands-on, school-based science and education program. It was formed through a partnership between several organizations including the National Science Foundation, The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and the Environmental Protection Agency. The program teaches students how to research environmental topics while encouraging them to share their findings via the web. Specifically, the program provides resources for students to monitor the environment through the use of soil samples, atmospheric readings, land cover, and phenology. Teachers also benefit from this program through free training at GLOBE workshops, complementary educational videos, and continuous access to a teacher's help desk.
Grants4Teachers http://www.grants4teachers.com/ This is a comprehensive list of grants available to teachers.
iLoveSchools.com www.iLoveSchools.com Grant opportunities to teachers for equipment, supplies, and materials for their classroom.
Toyota Tapestry Grants for Science Teacher www.nsta.org/programs/tapestry Toyota Tapestry awards 50 large grants and 20 mini-grants to K-12 science teachers in the United States. These awards are given for innovative projects that enhance science education in the school and/or school district. These grants are awarded in three categories: Environmental Science Education, Physical Science Applications, and Literacy & Science Education.
S.H.A.R.E. Research Mini-Grants S.H.A.R.E. Mini-grant program is designed to provide funds up to $250 for projects/ opportunities which promoste student science research in the Kansas City area. No due date! |