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Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching (K-8)

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$15,000

Due: November 1, 2026

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No min. GPA required

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The Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching (K-8) encourages teams of mathematics educators to engage in the process of writing and editing materials for mathematics teachers. An award of $5,000 will be awarded in the first year. Grants may be renewed annually for a maximum of two additional years for a maximum of $15,000 for the lifetime of any grant. Those who may apply are a leadership team of mathematics educators representing the following: two or more K-8 schools; two or more K-8 classroom teachers, with a minimum of one per school; or a mathematics educator from a community college, college, or university. This grant encourages the inclusion of coaches and preservice teachers as a part of the design process. Each leadership team may also include high school mathematics teachers or pre-service teachers. The primary applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) Essential or Premium member of NCTM. PK-8 lessons and activities should provide students rich, challenging, relevant, and nonroutine experiences; be piloted in classrooms and revised as the project progresses; and focus on a mathematical theme. Applicants must submit letters from each participating school principal (two maximum) and one from higher-education dean, department chair, etc. confirming support for the project, participants, and leaders. Please visit the award's website or contact NCTM for more information.

Designing Innovative Lessons and Activities for Mathematics Teaching (K-8)

$15,000

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