Area(s) of Expertise

Advocacy; Grant

Committee Member Expectations

Ten English teachers will receive a $1,000 grant to teach memoir across language arts education—especially texts focused on children’s voices and experiences during times of war, such as The Diary of a Young Girl.

Award Emphasis

• The importance of reading entire texts and of student writing and creation in ELA contexts.
• The role of memoir in ELA contexts and, through collaborations, across disciplines.
• The value of nonfiction and its expansion in ELA settings.

Award Criteria

• Applicants must be current NCTE members.
• Applicants must nominate themselves; applications on behalf of another person will not be accepted.
• Applicants may live or work outside of the US or in a US territory.
• Applicants must be middle school, high school, or community college classroom teachers.

Uses of funding:

• Funding may be used to purchase books for the classroom.
• Funding may be used to create teaching experiences, including those that incorporate student writing and/or the use of media.
• Funding may not be used as stipends or other forms of compensation.

General Information

• Time Commitment: Short term project
• Deadline: 08/01/2025
• Position Type: Appointed by Appointed
• No Travel Required