The InVEST Teacher of the Year award acknowledges an InVEST teacher who has made substantial contributions to his or her InVEST students. These individuals are often nominated by agent liaisons, state/local agents’ associations or students. If you are nominating a special teacher, you should complete an InVEST Teacher of the Year Application Form and submit the following:
- An essay detailing why this teacher should receive the award to include:
- examples of dedication to the program and students
- details of leadership and creativity
- Samples of any classroom materials and/or photos
- Letters of recommendation from additional individuals involved in the program
Judging will be based on the teacher’s rapport with students and agents, dedication to the program and students, promotion of the program, and interest in the subject matter and additional details included in essay.
The formal announcement of the Teacher of the Year award recipient will be during the IIABA Young Agents Leadership Conference in Atlanta, Georgia September 7 -9, 2012. The recipient will receive an all-expense paid trip to the conference to receive the award.
Entries are due April 13, 2012 and should be mailed to:
InVEST Teacher of the Year Contest
Attn: Jennifer Robinson
127 S. Peyton Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Questions concerning this award should be directed to Jennifer Robinson at Jennifer.robinson@iiaba.net or 1.800.221.7917.