This newly established annual award honors the spirit of Frank McCourt, a teacher himself for some thirty years before gaining fame with his Pulitzer Prize-winning memoir, Angela’s Ashes, followed by ‘Tis and Teacher Man. An ardent supporter of ASAP, McCourt was instrumental in establishing the Celebration of Young Writers, its major fund-raiser each year. The chief goal of the McCourt Prize is to recognize teachers who have inspired students to become enthusiastic learners by devising imaginative assignments and techniques. A secondary goal is to find and promote ideas and practices that can be adopted by other teachers.
Teachers from all walks of life throughout CT are encouraged to apply.
Click here to download The Frank McCourt Prize for Excellence in Teaching application.
Application deadline: April 1, 2012.