Victor Swenson Humanities Educator Award

“Sharing Our Past — Shaping Our Future” Since 1974

For more information contact VHC
at info@vermonthumanities.org

or 802.262.2626

VHC seeks an educator who:

· • teaches in grades 6 through 12,

· • inspires his or her students and encourages an appreciation for lifelong learning, and

· • possesses extraordinary passion, knowledge, ability, and accomplishment in the teaching of language, literature, history, social studies, or other humanities fields.

· • demonstrates a dedication to the profession through collaboration with other educators; has a demonstrated record of personal achievement; and serves as a role model for other educators.

Guidelines

The nomination process begins with a letter of nomination due at VHC’s Montpelier office by July 1, 2008. (Individuals may not nominate themselves.) Letters of nomination should be limited to two pages and should describe the accomplishments that qualify the nominee for the award. (Current members of the VHC board and staff and members of the judging committee are not eligible to receive the award.) After reviewing the nominations, the judging committee will seek additional supporting material.

Honor Details

· • The award and $1,000 prize will be presented at VHC’s annual fall conference in November.

Past Recipients

2007: Jean Berthiaume, Harwood Union High School

2006: Roberta Steponaitis, Vergennes Union High School

2005: “Margaret” Frankie Dunleavy Yeaton, Middlebury Union High School

2004: Mary AnnChaffee, Essex High School

2003: Graham Stiles Newell, St. Johnsbury Academy

Mail Nominations to

Vermont Humanities Council, 11 Loomis Street, Montpelier, Vermont 05602