Nov. 1, 2009 Deadline for Awards Applications

Promising Projects Award
In 2002, IAGC established this award for members in order to show monetary support for projects created by teachers of gifted children. These projects must be specifically designed and differentiated to meet the needs of gifted students and may be used to purchase materials or pay for field trips and related expenses. One or more awards will be given each year, not to exceed a total of $500. Deadline for applications is Nov.1.

Distinguished Service Award
The Illinois Association for Gifted Children will present the Distinguished Service Award each year to an individual who has made significant contributions to the field of gifted education and to the development of the organization. This award is given to an individual who has been in the field for more than ten years and has shown evidence of making major contributions with lasting impact on the field of gifted education. These contributions must have been ongoing and must demonstrate a continued commitment over time. (Current IAGC board members are not eligible for the award.) Deadlne for applications is Nov. 1.

For Selection Procedures and Applications, go to http://www.iagcgifted.org/recognitionawardsscholarship/index.shtml