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Don Bernard Enhancement Grant

In 2010, the FCTM Board established two annual grants in recognition of Dr. Don Bernard, a long-time active FCTM member who supports mathematics teachers in a variety of ways. Through these grants, the board hopes to encourage participation at annual FCTM Conferences as a way to provide good mathematics professional development for FCTM members who provide support to mathematics classrooms though not a full-time classroom teacher. Additional information and a copy of the grant application instructions follow.

Two grants will be awarded to attend the annual FCTM Conference. The annual deadline for applications is May 1. Recipients of these award will be notified in late May of their selection. They will be required to submit a report on their session and workshop experiences encountered at the annual conference along with their receipts for reimbursement, no later than November 30. The FCTM Treasurer will send a check to each recipient upon receipt of these materials.

Cost: Each recipient of the grant will be reimbursed up to $500. This will help cover the cost of registration, room and transportation to attend the FCTM Annual Conference. Any additional monetary expenses over the $500 grant that are incurred by the recipient will be at their own expense. It is hoped that if additional funding is necessary the recipients may seek support from their Principal or District for the additional funds, such as, inservice dollars or other professional development sources of funding.

**This money may not to be used for FCTM dues, food or substitute pay.

Who May Apply:

Anyone who provides support to mathematics classrooms though not a full-time classroom teacher.
Applicants must have at least a bachelor`s degree and hold a valid Florida teaching certificate.
Applicants must be members of FCTM.
Current FCTM Board Members and past recipients of this award may not apply.

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Address

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EMail Address

School/Work Location

School/Work Address

School/Work Telephone Number School/Work Fax Number

1. Outcome. Explain what you hope to gain from the experience if selected. State how you will use your experience to benefit others in mathematics education in your local area (sharing/dissemination process).

2. Background and Experience (Two pages maximum)

Formal Education. Give institution, type of degree, major, minor, and date each degree was granted.

Continuing Education. Include activities that have helped you, directly or indirectly, to become a more effective teacher.

Teaching/Support Experience. Give the school(s), teaching/support assignments, dates, and any other information that accurately portrays your teaching career.

Professional Activities. Include district in-service training and participation in professional organizations. Include research interests and publications where appropriate.

3. Please enter your Florida Teacher Certificate Number.

4. If you receive this award and would like for FCTM to notify your principal and/or district superintendent, please enter the name and email address of the principal and/or district superintendent.