Robert L. Lipton Memorial Fund
Supports new high school physics teachers' professional growth by funding attendance, mentorship, and community participation at two consecutive AAPT National Meetings.
Funder: American Association of Physics Teachers
Due Dates: August 15, 2026 (Annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,400 reimbursement for travel, lodging, and registration to attend two consecutive AAPT National Meetings.
Summary: Supports new high school physics teachers’ professional development by funding attendance at AAPT National Meetings and providing mentorship.
Description
The Robert L. Lipton Memorial Fund is designed to assist high school physics teachers who are early in their teaching careers—whether recent graduates, career changers, or those transitioning from another subject—by enabling them to attend two consecutive American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) National Meetings. The award honors Robert L. Lipton’s legacy as a leader in science education and aims to foster professional growth, networking, and involvement in the physics teaching community. Awardees receive funding to cover travel, lodging, and registration, as well as mentorship and participation in a virtual professional learning community (PLC).
