[American Speech-Language-Hearing Foundation](https://www.ashfoundation.org)

April 9, 2025 (Nomination deadline)

$2,000 to the awardee and $500 to the recipient’s school system (one-time award)

Recognizes exemplary commitment and contribution to audiology and/or speech-language pathology services within a school setting.

--- ## Description This award honors an individual’s outstanding commitment and contribution to the delivery of audiology and/or speech-language pathology services in a school setting. Established in memory of Rolland J. Van Hattum, the award celebrates professionals who demonstrate innovation, leadership, and a significant impact on school-based services. The recipient receives a $2,000 award and a commemorative plaque, while their school system receives $500 to further the awarded work. --- ## Due Dates - **Nomination Deadline:** April 9, 2025 --- ## Funding Amount - **Individual Award:** $2,000 (one-time) - **School System Award:** $500 (one-time, to further the recipient’s work) - **Additional Recognition:** Commemorative plaque --- ## Eligibility - **Who can be nominated:** - Audiologists or speech-language pathologists employed by a school system (serving pre-K through high school). - Individual or agency contractors are not eligible. - **Contribution requirements:** - The nominee’s contribution must be made within a school system and have a direct, observable, and demonstrable impact. - The commitment must be evidenced by a specific activity or achievement, or a series of related activities with a common goal. - The contribution must be clearly outstanding (e.g., innovative, creative use of resources, collaborative). --- ## Application Process - **Nomination and Summary Form:** - Complete the online form with nominee and nominator contact information and a brief summary statement (three sentences or fewer). - **Nomination Document (PDF, max 8 pages):** - **Nomination Narrative:** Biographical introduction and summary of educational/career activities. - **Specific Contribution:** Detailed description of the nominee’s contribution, its impact, and the population served (use provided narrative headers). - **Case for Support:** Letters or statements from professionals and, if appropriate, service recipients or their families. - **Formatting:** - Single PDF, 12-point uncondensed font, 1-inch margins, single-spaced, maximum 8 pages. Excess pages will be removed. - **Submission:** - Upload all materials via the [ASHFoundation application portal](https://ashfoundation.secure-platform.com). --- ## Additional Information - The award is intended for individuals making a significant, innovative, and observable impact in school-based audiology or speech-language pathology. - Only complete nominations with all required documentation will be considered. --- ## External Links - [ASHFoundation Award Details & Guidelines](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/rolland-van-hattum-award-for-contribution-in-the-schools/) - [ASHFoundation Application Portal](https://ashfoundation.secure-platform.com) - [ASHFoundation General Program Guidelines](https://www.ashfoundation.org/apply/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact Type | Details | |----------------------|----------------------------------------------| | Email | [foundationprograms@asha.org](mailto:foundationprograms@asha.org) | | Phone | +1 301-296-8700 | | Address | 2200 Research Boulevard, Rockville, MD 20850, USA |

Rolland J. Van Hattum Award For Contribution In The Schools

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