Last year, the Texas Instruments Foundation (TIF) generously gifted Garland ISD $1.5 million to implement the National Math and Science Initiative College Readiness Program. This year, the organization is partnering with GISD’s Education Foundation to offer Innovations in STEM Teaching Awards. All secondary science, technology, engineering and math teachers are encouraged to apply for one of three $10,000 grants before March 20.
“We are honored to be one of just six districts in North Texas selected to offer this grant to our teachers,” said Garland ISD Education Foundation President Lisa Cox. “This opportunity will not only reward our hardworking faculty, but it will also allow them to purchase cutting-edge instructional tools that support a 21st-century classroom.”
Applying for a Texas Instruments Foundation Innovations in STEM Teaching Award requires two steps. Principals must first nominate dedicated, innovative teachers who encourage participation and interest in STEM curriculum through letters of recommendation. Nominees must then complete the grant application available at their campuses.
An Education Foundation panel will review all submissions and choose three beneficiaries, who will be awarded in May. Winners will receive $5,000 for themselves and $5,000 for STEM-related professional development, technology or classroom materials.
For more information, visit GISD’s Education Foundation website.
