Announcing the 2024 Bonnie Campbell Hill National Literacy Leader Award Call for Applications

Mary Ellen Oslick on behalf for the 2024 Bonnie Campbell Hill National Literacy Leader Award Committee

We're excited to invite our NCTE member-leaders who are Classroom Teachers or Literacy Coaches or Teacher Educators to apply for the 2024 Bonnie Campbell Hill National Literacy Leader Award, with funding of $2,500, plus a $150 Heinemann grant.

In the realm of literacy education, there are champions who go beyond the ordinary, imparting knowledge and igniting a love for learning. The Bonnie Campbell Hill National Literacy Leader Award celebrates excellence in literacy education as it makes a lasting impact on students' lives and the professional development of other educators, while honoring and maintaining the literacy legacy of Dr. Bonnie Campbell Hill. It recognizes two literacy leaders annually and is generously funded by Dr. Hill's family.

Why Apply for the Bonnie Campbell Hill National Teacher Award?

1. Prestige and Recognition: The award not only highlights the individual teacher's commitment but also bestows prestige and national recognition. It is a testament to one's dedication to providing a high-quality education, emphasizing literacy learning.
2. Inspiration for Peers: By applying for and receiving the Bonnie Campbell Hill National Literacy Leader Award, educators become beacons of inspiration for their colleagues. The ripple effect of showcasing innovative teaching methods and successful practices contributes to a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
3. Impact on Students: The award is an opportunity for educators to magnify their positive influence on students. By showcasing effective strategies in literacy education, recipients contribute to a nationwide movement toward improved literacy skills among the younger generation.
4. Diversity and Inclusion: The award's commitment to diversity ensures that educators from all backgrounds are recognized. This inclusivity promotes a richer and more diverse educational landscape, enhancing the learning experiences of students from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
5. Networking and Professional Development: Being part of the Bonnie Campbell Hill National Literacy Leader Award community provides educators with valuable networking opportunities and access to a community of like-minded professionals. This network fosters ongoing professional development and collaboration, ensuring that the impact of the award extends beyond the individual classroom.

Your proposed plan could focus on attending a workshop, class, or conference with colleagues (e.g., NCTE). As part of your work as a literacy leader, you could design classes, workshops, or literacy-focused events. Your team of colleagues might appreciate a professional book study.

Be creative as you plan your proposal but please be mindful of the award requirements as you prepare your application. The professional development plan should address key elements that are listed in the rubric, outlining why you would be a strong candidate for these monies and your vision for how this support would allow you to improve and enhance teaching and learning for students and/or teachers. Submission of all application materials is required no later than August 10, 2024.

The award application is available at the Bonnie Campbell Hill Literacy Leader Award page on the CLA Website.

If you're unsure whether you and your ideas are award-worthy, please see the prior BCH Award recipients and learn about their proposals.

Questions?

Where to submit?

When is the deadline?

Feel free to contact Mary Ellen Oslick at [email protected]

Send your proposal to Mary Ellen Oslick at [email protected].

Applications are due by August 10th, 2024.

Mary Ellen Oslick is the chair of the Bonnie Campbell Hill National Literacy Award Committee and associate professor at Stetson University.