Intel issued an invitation for applications for designation as an Intel School of Distinction for 2011.
Intel honors U.S. schools demonstrating excellence in math and science education through innovative teaching and learning environments.
Intel School of Distinction have an environment and curricula that meet or exceed benchmarks put forth by national mathematics and science content standards.
For 2011, up to three schools at each level—elementary, middle, and high school—will be named as finalists in the math and science categories.
These 18 schools will receive a cash grant of USD 5,000 from the Intel Foundation and a trip to Washington, D.C., for a four-member team from their school and district.
Six winners will be selected from the finalists and receive a USD 10,000 cash grant. For 2010, these 6 schools each won an additional $5,000 from the Intel Foundation and a package of goods and services valued at approximately $100,000. The packages will include hardware, software and teacher professional development products, all contributed by award sponsors.
One of these winners will be selected as the 'Star Innovator' and will receive a USD 25,000 grant.
All five winning schools and the Star Innovator will also receive products and services from program sponsors.
Application Deadline for 2011 competition: February 17, 2011
Applications and More
Intel Schools of Distinction Inspire Excellence in Science and Math
2010 Schools of Distinction Press Release
Intel honors U.S. schools demonstrating excellence in math and science education through innovative teaching and learning environments.
Intel School of Distinction have an environment and curricula that meet or exceed benchmarks put forth by national mathematics and science content standards.
For 2011, up to three schools at each level—elementary, middle, and high school—will be named as finalists in the math and science categories.
These 18 schools will receive a cash grant of USD 5,000 from the Intel Foundation and a trip to Washington, D.C., for a four-member team from their school and district.
Six winners will be selected from the finalists and receive a USD 10,000 cash grant. For 2010, these 6 schools each won an additional $5,000 from the Intel Foundation and a package of goods and services valued at approximately $100,000. The packages will include hardware, software and teacher professional development products, all contributed by award sponsors.
One of these winners will be selected as the 'Star Innovator' and will receive a USD 25,000 grant.
All five winning schools and the Star Innovator will also receive products and services from program sponsors.
Application Deadline for 2011 competition: February 17, 2011
Applications and More
Intel Schools of Distinction Inspire Excellence in Science and Math
2010 Schools of Distinction Press Release
