RISE Teaching Award
Funding Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
RISE Teaching Award
Overview: A citywide distinction honoring outstanding teachers across Camden's district, charter, and renaissance schools.
Award Amount: $5,000 per recipient
Geographic Scope: Camden, NJ
Eligibility:
Selection Process:
What Winners Receive:
Background: This is the fourth year of the RISE Award (as of 2024). Previous and current winners represent diversity across elementary, middle, and high school levels, and across district, charter, and renaissance schools, including general education, special education, and bilingual/ESL teachers.
How to Apply
Application Process
1. Nomination Phase: School principals nominate teachers from their schools
2. Application Submission: Nominated teachers complete applications including:
- Reflections on their teaching practices
- Recommendations from colleagues, students, or families
3. Committee Review: Independent committee of veteran educators reviews all applications
4. Finalist Evaluation: Committee observes lessons and reviews teachers' lesson reflections
5. Winners Selected: Committee selects three winners from finalists
Nomination Period: Begins in November (based on 2024 timeline)
Contact: Mike Neilon, (610) 613-2664, mneilon@bellevuepr.com
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