Lawrence W. O'Toole Teacher Leadership Awards
Funding Amount
$15,000 per award (up to 12 awards)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Lawrence W. O'Toole Teacher Leadership Awards
Purpose: Recognize and support teacher leaders who advocate for student-centered approaches to learning and address inequities, including racial inequities, in education.
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Mission Alignment: Part of the Nellie Mae Education Foundation's commitment to champion efforts that prioritize community goals, challenge racial inequities, and advance excellent, student-centered public education for all New England youth.
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Nomination Method: Public nominations accepted (self-nominations permitted)
2. Submission: Nominate a teacher through the foundation's nomination process
3. Selection: Foundation selects up to 12 winners from across New England
4. Award Ceremony: Winners recognized at an award ceremony in Boston on November 2nd
Application Requirements: Specific nomination requirements to be found on the foundation's website nomination page.
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