Vernier/NSTA Technology Awards

About this Award

The Vernier/NSTA Technology Awards promote the innovative use of data-collection technology using a computer, graphing calculator, or other handheld in the science classroom. We encourage you to apply for one of seven $5,500 awards.

The Vernier Technology Awards will recognize and reward the innovative use of data-collection technology using a computer, graphing calculator, or other handheld in the science classroom. A total of seven awards will be presented:

• One award at the Elementary Level (Grades K-5)
• Two awards at the Middle School Level (Grades 6-8)
• Three awards at the High School Level (Grades 9-12)
• One award at the College Level

Award Prize

Each award will consist of $1,000 in cash for the teacher, $3,000 in Vernier Products, and up to $1,500 toward expenses to attend the annual NSTA National Convention.

Eligibility

Current teachers of science in grades K-College. Applicants may not have won previously at their school.

Judging

Entries will be judged by a panel of experts appointed by NSTA.

Deadline

Start planning your 2014 entry now. The deadline for receipt of applications by NSTA for the 2014 awards is November 30, 2013.

Guidelines and Application

The Vernier Technology Awards guidelines and application information is available from the NSTA web site.