AGI Accepting Applications for 2019 Edward C. Roy Jr. Award for Excellence in K-8 Earth Science Teaching

With just over a month left to apply, now is the time to view a new webcast about the prestigious Edward C. Roy Jr. Award for Excellence in K-8 Earth Science Teaching. The free, two-minute webcast provides an overview of the competition. To view the webcast, visit https://www.earthsciweek.org/webcasts/EdRoy.

Given annually, this award is presented to one teacher of grades K-8 in the United States or Key Stages 1-3 in the United Kingdom each year. The award recognizes leadership and innovation in Earth science education.

The award is given in honor of Dr. Edward C. Roy Jr., a strong and dedicated supporter of Earth science education. A past president of AGI and former chair of the AGI Education Advisory Committee, Dr. Roy was a lifelong supporter of teachers and students of all ages.

To enter the 2019 competition, applications must be submitted electronically by January 18, 2019. The winner will receive a $2,500 prize and a travel grant of up to $1,000 to attend the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) Annual Conference in April 2019 to accept the award. For more information on application procedures and requirements, please visit https://www.americangeosciences.org/education/awards/roy.