NSTA Teacher Awards, with $60K in Prizes, Accepting Nominations till Dec. 21, 2022

The National Science Teaching Association is accepting nominations through Dec. 21, 2022, for its annual teacher awards, with grant prizes totaling over $60,000. The awards recognize informal and classroom educators, researchers, new teachers, longtime teachers, and more.

“NSTA awards recognize exceptional individuals for their accomplishments and outstanding work in the science education field,” the association said. Sponsors have contributed over $60,000 in cash and prizes yearly.

Applications may be submitted directly or by nomination, depending on the award, and more than one type of award may be applied for, NSTA said. Awards will be presented at NSTA’s National Conference March 22-25, 2023, in Atlanta.

Educator awards include:

Find more information and links to apply at the NSTA website.

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Kate Lucariello is a former newspaper editor, EAST Lab high school teacher and college English teacher.

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