Overview

This prestigious award recognizes and honors an NSELA member, who through their professional work, has demonstrated outstanding leadership in science education at the school, district, county, regional, and/or national level.

The award is presented at the National Science Education Leadership Association (NSELA) luncheon held at the spring NSELA Leadership Summit.  The award is accompanied by a check for $1,000 and a plaque.

Application Window

The application window for the 2025 is now open and closes on January 2, 2025. The winner will be announced in Early January of 2025.  Please review the criteria below and when ready, submit your materials (in PDF). 

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Eligibility

Only current NSELA members are eligible to be nominated for this award. Leaders at the K-12 level, college or university faculty, and science education consultants may apply. Applicants must demonstrate leadership that impacts K-12 students and science teachers. Current NSELA Board members are not eligible during their term of office.

As the nominee, it is your responsibility to assemble the application requirements before submitting them. 

Award Selection Criteria

Outstanding contributions in leadership for science education are the main selection criteria. These include:

• Exceptional contribution to science education at the school, district, regional, state, and national level
• Unique or extraordinary leadership accomplishments that advance science education
• Improving science education through professional learning
• Strengthening community engagement with science education

Submission Requirements

In short the Nominee will submit

• Resume
• Evidence of Leadership Statements
• Letters of Recommendation (3)

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The complete application packet will be submitted online and uploaded as a single PDF file by January 2, 2025. All submitted items become the property of NSELA and will not be returned. Any late materials will not be accepted.

Questions?

Please contact info@nsela.org