ALEXANDRIA, Va. — Recognizing the important role of today's science teachers in shaping tomorrow's geoscience professionals and leaders, the American Geosciences Institute (AGI) invites eligible science educators to apply for the 2025 Edward C. Roy Jr. Award for Excellence in K-8 Earth Science Teaching. The award is given in honor of Dr. Edward C. Roy Jr., a dedicated supporter of Earth science education.

 

This annual award honors a teacher of students from kindergarten through grade eight in the United States or Key Stages 1-3 in the United Kingdom, celebrating outstanding quality, leadership, and innovation in Earth science education.

 

Teachers  are asked to submit an application packet including a curriculum vitae or resume, letters of recommendation, an essay, an exemplary Earth system science lesson plan, and a brief essay. Submissions that address current trends in Earth science education are particularly encouraged.

 

The winner of the Edward C. Roy Jr. Award will receive a monetary prize of $2,500 and a travel grant of up to $1,500 to attend the upcoming National Science Teaching Association national conference to be held in Philadelphia March 26-29, 2025. To be eligible, applications must be submitted by January 17, 2025. 

 

Teachers may apply or may be nominated by a colleague. For more information on the specific application requirements, procedures, and deadlines, please visit Edward C. Roy Jr. Award for Excellence in K-8 Earth Science Teaching. 

 

If you are interested in nominating a teacher for this award, please send us their name, professional email address, and the name of the school where they teach. Nominations and questions can be sent to awards@americangeosciences.org.

 

The American Geosciences Institute (AGI), a federation of scientific and professional associations representing over a quarter-million geoscientists, is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to serving the geoscience community and addressing the needs of society. AGI headquarters are in Alexandria, Virginia.

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Contact:

Geoff Camphire, Communications