Regional Awards for Excellence in High School Teaching
Forecasted
Regional Awards for Excellence in High School Teaching support high school chemistry teachers through awards honoring effective teaching, student inspiration, and activities that foster interest in science.
Funder: American Chemical Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Variable cash award, plaque, and reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses to the Regional Meeting
Summary: Recognizes outstanding high school chemistry teachers in ACS Regions for effective teaching, student inspiration, and professional engagement.
Key Information: Nominees must actively teach chemistry or a chemical science in grades 9–12 at least half-time.
Description
The American Chemical Society’s Regional Awards for Excellence in High School Teaching recognize, encourage, and stimulate outstanding chemistry teachers across ACS Regions. Sponsored by the Division of Chemical Education, the program honors teaching quality, unusually effective presentation methods, and the ability to challenge and inspire students. It also recognizes extracurricular activities that build young people’s interest in chemistry and related sciences, including science fairs and science clubs.
The awards value continued professional learning, leadership, and active involvement in the teaching profession. Recipients receive a cash award and plaque, with recognition at a Regional Meeting and reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses. A certificate or plaque may also be provided to the recipient’s institution for display.
