Grant Goldmine

Grant Title: AMERICAN STARS OF TEACHING™

Funded by: The U.S. Department of Education

Description: The U.S. Department of Education again plans to honor outstanding classroom
teachers through the American Stars of Teaching program. The Department's Teacher-to-Teacher Initiative is seeking nominations and information about teachers who are improving student achievement, using innovative strategies in the classroom, and making a difference in the lives of their students. Teachers across all grade levels and disciplines will be honored this fall as 2006 American Stars of Teaching.Parents, students, colleagues, school administrators and others can nominate an exemplary teacher who they believe has the qualities to be an American Star of Teaching.One teacher will be recognized from each state.

More Information: Please visit the Teacher-to-Teacher Initiative Web site.