Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, or Discrete Mathematics Grant

Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, or Discrete Mathematics Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Amount: Up to US $3,000
Last Updated: March 20, 2026

Summary

The Professional Development Scholarship, offered by the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, supports educators in enhancing their expertise in history, number theory, or discrete mathematics. This scholarship aids in completing coursework, developing classroom activities, and delivering professional presentations. Eligible applicants must have a minimum of three years of teaching experience and currently teach mathematics at the 6-12 grade levels. Projects must be completed by August 31 of the following year.

Overview

Mission Statement The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics advocates for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning for each and every student. Opening Gates for Prospective Teachers Grant The purposes of this scholarship are to provide financial support for: completing credited course work, or designing and implementing a personal study plan in one of the following areas: some aspect of the history of mathematics, number theory, or discrete mathematicscreating and field-testing appropriate classroom activities andpreparing and delivering a professional development presentation to colleagues.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Must have taught school mathematics at least three years and intend to remain in teaching.Currently teaching mathematics at the grades 6-12 level at least 50% of the school day.Individual AwardThe Internal Revenue Service classifies scholarship payments in two ways: a non-taxable scholarship and a taxable scholarship. Awardees are responsible for reporting taxable scholarships and remitting any tax due with their personal income tax return. Additional information is available in IRS Publication 970, “Tax Benefits for Education” or from your tax professional.Project activities are to be completed by August 31 of the next calendar year. You must be a member of this organization to apply for this award - become a member. The applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM.

Ineligibility

Past recipients of this grant are not eligible to re-apply.No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education trust in the same academic year.No indirect costs can be included.