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Business Services > Technology > Liaisons > GrantsOther Grants Unsung Heroes Grant 100 awards of $2,000 each, plus additional prizes for innovative educators who improve student learning Grant Title: ING Unsung Heroes Organization: ING Group Eligibility: K-12 teachers Value: 100 awards of $2,000 each, plus additional prizes. Deadline: May 1, 2006 ING started the Unsung Heroes awards program in 1995 as a reflection of its commitment to the educational community. The awards are given to K-12 educators pioneering in new methods and techniques that improve student learning. Educators submit applications describing projects they have initiated or would like to create. Their applications are judged on their innovative teaching methods, creative educational projects, and ability to make a positive influence on the children they teach. Additional Information: Grant Application:
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Christopher Columbus Awards Program Stimulating Interest in Careers in Fisheries Science and Management The Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program is designed to stimulate interest in careers in fisheries science and management among groups underrepresented in the fisheries professions, including minorities and women. Students (Grades 10-12) spend 8 weeks in the summer working alongside their mentor who is a fishery professional in their local community. Maximum Award: Participants receive a $3,000 scholarship paid out in 6 installments over the summer months. Eligibility: all sophomore, junior, and senior high school students regardless of race, creed, or gender. Because the principal goal of the program is to increase diversity within the fisheries professions, preference will be given to qualified women and minority applicants. Deadline: February 15, 2006. http://www.fisheries.org/html/hutton.shtml |
