With this award, Vermont Humanities recognizes an educator in grades 6 through 12 who:
- Inspires his or her students and encourages in them intellectual curiosity and a lifelong love of learning
- Possesses extraordinary knowledge, ability, and accomplishment in the teaching of language, literature, history, social studies, or other humanities fields
- Exhibits infectious enthusiasm for his/her subject and learning in general
- Embodies a commitment to the highest standards of achievement, for him/herself and students
The award and $1,000 prize are presented in the fall. To learn more about the award, call Jonny Flood at (802) 579-5046 or email jflood@vermonthumanities.org.