James Bryant Conant Award in High School Chemistry Teaching Grant

James Bryant Conant Award in High School Chemistry Teaching Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: American Chemical Society
Amount: US $5,000
Last Updated: August 11, 2025

Summary

The James Bryant Conant Award in High School Chemistry Teaching, awarded by the American Chemical Society, recognizes exceptional high school chemistry teachers in the U.S. This prestigious award includes a $5,000 grant and a certificate, with up to $2,500 available for travel expenses to the award presentation. It aims to encourage and honor educators who demonstrate outstanding teaching methods and inspire students in the field of chemistry.

Overview

American Chemical Society The American Chemical Society (ACS) is a non-profit founded in 1876 and chartered by the U.S. Congress. We are one of the world’s largest scientific organizations. Our mission is to advance the broader chemistry enterprise and its practitioners for the benefit of Earth and all its people. Our vision is to improve all people’s lives through the transforming power of chemistry. James Bryant Conant Award in High School Chemistry Teaching Purpose To recognize, encourage, and stimulate outstanding teachers of high school chemistry in the United States, its possessions or territories, at the national level. Description The award consists of $5,000 and a certificate. Up to $2,500 for travel expenses to the meeting at which the award will be presented will be reimbursed. A certificate will also be provided to the recipient's institution for display.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The award will be granted regardless of race, gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, presence of disabilities, and educational background. Local sections are especially encouraged to submit nominations for this award. Nominees must be actively engaged in the teaching of chemistry in a high school (Grades 9-12). The nomination should clearly demonstrate as many of the following attributes as possible: Quality of Teaching (Unusually Effective Methods of Presentation Should be Emphasized).Ability to Challenge and Inspire Students.Extracurricular Work in Chemistry Including Science Fairs, Science Clubs, and Activities That Stimulate the Interest of Young People in Chemistry and Related Sciences.Willingness to Keep Up-to-Date in the Field, as Evidenced by Pursuit of a Higher Degree in Chemistry, Enrollment in Refresher Courses and Summer Institutions, Regular Attendance at Scientific Meetings, and Other Means of Self-Improvement.