January 15
Even-numbered year only |
Excellence in Education (EiE) Awards
- Nomination required by a colleague/ chapter member or self-nomination by November 1 odd-numbered year
-S/P/N Level awarded at even-numbered S/P/N conventions
-Regional Level awarded at each Regional Conference in even-numbered years (seven awards)
-International Level awarded at the International Convention in odd-numbered years. |
To recognize active educators for outstanding contributions in education.
One application completed by nominee for consideration at three possible levels.
Nominations deadline November 1 of odd-numbered year. |
MEMBERS engaged in education with nomination by the November 1 odd-numbered year deadline. Nominees will receive online invitation to fill out the application by January 15 deadline.
Must be a recipient at the S/P/N level to be eligible at the Regional level. Only Regional recipients are eligible for the International Award.
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Varied- S/P/N Level Awards. All S/P/N recipients receive a unique EiE award pin at Regional Conferences.
$500 Regional Award for educational purposes and an engraved trophy.
$5,000 International Award to recipient for educational purposes, materials, coursework, or to enhance personal and professional educational goals and an engraved trophy/plaque. |
| January 31 |
Regional Professional Development (RPD) Scholarship |
For advanced study, postgraduate degrees or National Board certification |
MEMBERS engaged in education |
$3,000 per region, to fund up to two annual scholarships. |
| February 15 |
Fine Arts Grants |
Encourage student enrichment in the fine arts. |
MEMBERS engaged in education |
$10,000 single grant or divided among two or more recipients. |
| February 15 |
Agnes Robertson Global Outreach (ARGO)
(Formerly known as: Living Memorial Scholarship) |
Opportunity for professional growth through the study of other cultures to promote World Understanding and develop educational resources. |
MEMBERS engaged in education |
$2,500 annually for one recipient. |
March 1
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Future Educators
A∆KCC Students Eligible ONLY
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Assistance for tuition, room and board and course materials for students who display potential to be excellent educators. |
A∆KCC Students approaching or in the last two years of teacher preparation at university/college. |
$1,000 annually awarded to up to seven recipients |
| April 15 |
Regional Mini-Scholarships
(For activities taking place between May 15-Nov 15) |
For non-Alpha Delta Kappa-sponsored conferences, classes or workshops. |
MEMBERS engaged or retired from education |
$1,500 per region with up to $500 per scholarship. |
| September 15 |
Classroom Grant |
To assist excellent member educators to enhance classroom lessons. |
MEMBERS engaged in innovative teaching practices. |
$2,000 limit per region at $400 per grant awarded. Up to five awards for seven regions. Thirty-five awards are available for funding. |
| October 15 |
Regional Mini-Scholarships
(For activities taking place between Nov 15-May 15) |
For non-Alpha Delta Kappa-sponsored conferences, classes or workshops. |
MEMBERS engaged in education or retired from education |
$1,500 per region, with up to $500 per scholarship. |
| November 1 Odd-numbered year only |
Excellence in Education (EiE) award Nomination Form
Nomination required by a colleague/chapter member or self-nomination
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Nomination form required for educator to receive invitation to complete online application. Application packet due January 15 of even-numbered year. |
MEMBERS engaged in education and under contract in teaching, administration, or some specialized field of education. Must have a nomination to progress to the application level. Past recipients at the regional level not eligible to be nominated again. |
Awards are made at the S/P/N, Regional and International levels for recipients at each level. See Excellence in Education awards, above, for January 15 EiE award information. |
November 15
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Innovation Grant
Recommendation by a member required
NON-MEMBERS ONLY |
To assist creative, innovative educators with cost of supplies or services to enhance lessons. |
Non-members with no more than 10 years of teaching experience. |
$1,000 limit per region at $200 per grant awarded. Up to five awards for seven regions. |
INTERNATIONAL TEACHER EDUCATION (ITE) AND OTHER NON-MEMBER COLLEGIATE SCHOLARSHIPS
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| International Teacher Education (ITE) |
Up to seven International educators’ opportunity for graduate study in the United States; $10,000 each |
| Marie Neal Memorial Scholarship |
Baker University, Baldwin City KS (Application through the University) |
| Alpha Delta Kappa |
Kansas City Art Institute (KCAI—MO) (Application through KCAI) |
| Agnes Shipman Robertson Memorial Scholarship |
UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance (Application through the University of Missouri-Kansas City) |