Prentice Hall Excellence in Teaching History Award
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James W. Morris III accepts his award from Pearson Prentice Hall Florida
District Manager Steve Olson, and representatives William Shelley, and
Brad Buelow. Jason Caros, FCSS President, joins them for the presentation. |
Purpose
The purpose of this award, sponsored by Pearson Prentice Hall, is to recognize and celebrate a Florida teacher of history who encourages an appreciation and respect for history, involves students in the historical process, and evidences mastery of the subject matter.
Eligibility
The applicant must currently be teaching history in a Florida elementary, middle, or high school. The winner must be available to attend both the annual conference and awards dinner.
Applicants are requested to submit a portfolio, which includes the following:
- A brief resume, including any recognitions, awards, and/or grants received.
- A one-page statement of philosophy that articulates why history is a meaningful, relevant, subject for students.
- Two lesson plans or projects which, taken together, reflect best teaching practices and the ability to inspire students to a love of history.
- Two letters of recommendation, one of which must be from a supervisor, and the other from a peer teacher.
- The attached application form, completed and placed as the first page of the portfolio, due no later than May 1st of each year.
Award
- $500 Cash prize
- Free annual conference registration
- Publication of lesson plan in Trends and Issues
Please note the winner is expected to attend the conference and the awards dinner to receive the cash prize.
Click here to download the Excellence in Teaching History Award Application
Cherie Arnette, Awards Co-Chair
Connie Brown, Awards Co-Chair