The Richard C. Bartlett Environmental Education Award is awarded annually by the National Environmental Education Foundation to an outstanding teacher who has successfully integrated environmental education into his or her daily education programs. The award is given to a 5th-12th grade educator who can serve as an inspiration and model for others. A $5,000 cash award is provided for the recipient to continue their work in environmental education. Do you know a teacher who stands out among the rest? If so, please nominate him/her for the 2009 Richard C. Bartlett Award. The nomination deadline has just been extended to February 13, 2009! To learn more or submit your nomination visit http://www.neefusa.org/bartlettaward.htm
Planet Connect Grant Program - Deadline extended to February 1, 2009 Do your students have an innovative solution to protect the environment? Planet Connect can help make it happen! Planet Connect is a new online network for High School students to learn about the environment while exploring green college and career options. We're looking for students' creative ideas to fix an environmental problem at their school or in their community. Planet Connect is offering grant winners $1,000 awards to support their ideas and provide them with local environmental internships. Encourage your students to make a difference by applying for a grant today. Visit www.planet-connect.org
