Application contents
Your application package must include all of the materials listed below, in the specified order. Formatting instructions are noted for each part. If your application doesn't meet these specifications, it will be disqualified.
1. Data sheet
Requests contact information for the state, federal or direct affiliate, you as the nominee, and your local affiliate. You can obtain a data sheet as a Microsoft word document from Bridget Foster at Education Minnesota. Limit to one page maximum, at least 12-point type. Handwritten data sheets are not accepted.
2. Nomination letter (to be completed by the nominating individual)
Addresses the five award criteria, citing as many specific examples as possible. ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. Limit to five pages maximum, double-spaced, at least 12-point type, and 1-inch margins on all sides. Must be on state or local affiliate letterhead and signed by the affiliate president.
3. Résumé
Provides a brief, factual overview of your career, including positions held, degrees attained, honors received, etc. The résumé may also describe personal achievements or activities that are not noted elsewhere. Limit to one page maximum, double-spaced, at least 12-point type, and 1-inch margins on all sides. May use narrative, bulleted lists or both.
4. Nominee’s Statement
Must include specific examples to illustrate all five of the award criteria. The questions themselves do not need to be reproduced in the text; however, you are strongly encouraged to include headings or keywords to aid the panelists in their reading. Limit to two pages maximum, double-spaced; at least 12-point type, 1-inch margins on all sides.
5. Letters of Endorsement
Your local affiliate president, colleagues, current or former students, parents, or community members may write letters of endorsement. Letters must note how long the writer has known you and in what capacity the writer is able to comment on your professional work. Limit: up to three letters.
Please pay close attention to the instructions listed below.
Submission guidelines
1. Number the pages of the entire package consecutively, starting with the Data Sheet (See page 3 of 4, item no. 1) as Page 1.
2. Do not staple or permanently bind the materials. Paper clips are acceptable.
3. Do not use covers or other decorative packaging.
4. Include only the materials requested in these guidelines.
5. Education Minnesota must receive the complete nomination package by 4:30 p.m. June 15.
Submissions by fax or e-mail are not permitted.
Send your nomination package to:
Bridget Foster
Education Minnesota
41 Sherburne Ave
St. Paul, MN 55103
Questions? Contact Bridget Foster, Education Minnesota organizer, at 651-292-4883.
March 23, 2009