Conference Grants
The Conference Grants from the National Society of High School Scholars support high school educators' attendance at conferences to enhance professional development and student outcomes.
Funder: National Society of High School Scholars
Due Dates: August 19, 2026 (Conference Grants application closing date — submissions due by 11:59 PM EST)
Funding Amounts: One award of $500 to support conference attendance (registration, travel, and accommodations)
Summary: Provides financial support for high school educators to attend professional conferences for professional growth.
Key Information: Applicants must register as an NSHSS Educator (free) before applying.
Description
This grant supports high school educators—including teachers, counselors, administrators, and related academic professionals—by providing funding to attend educational conferences. The goal is to enhance professional development, enable networking, and ultimately benefit students through improved teaching and counseling practices. The grant is open to educators employed at public or private high schools in the US or internationally, including homeschool educators and test prep professionals.
