STANYS recognizes excellence in teaching and individuals who have made outstanding contributions to STANYS and to science education.
Awards are presented in November of each year at our STANYS Annual Conference. Click here for information related to the "Award Process".
The deadline for Nominations is May 15 of the next Annual Conference year and the Submission of Applications deadline date is July 15 of the next Annual Conference year. Winners are recognized at our Annual Conference to be held November 2-4, 2024 in Syracuse, NY
Section One: AWARDS REQUIRING A NOMINATION AND "PAPERWORK" FROM THE NOMINEE OR REPRESENTATIVE
This award is the the highest honor that is bestowed upon a member. Fellows have served with distinction in the classroom and professional organizations. Their leadership and scholarly endeavors in science education are noteworthy.
Recognizes the future promise of a new teacher - a second through fifth year teacher. The award supports the attendance at the annual STANYS Conference.
The Champion of Teacher Development Award recognizes building, district, or regional educators who promote or provide continued professional learning of science teachers.
This award is open to educators who work with teachers of science at any grade level..
The Anton Banko Award recognizes a K - 6 outstanding teacher of science. The award covers expenses to attend the STANYS annual conference and provides a stipend to be used at the teacher's discretion.
Provides funds (up to $500) for PreK-16 classroom teachers who are STANYS members for 3 consecutive years to support legitimate science enrichment opportunities for teachers and students
The purpose of the award is to encourage New York chemistry educators to join the organization and attend the annual conference in Syracuse. The award is open to individuals in the first ten years of their career. The award includes a one year individual STANYS membership, the cost of early bird registration for the full conference and recognition at the chemistry breakfast.
Section Two: ASSOCIATION AWARDS BESTOWED UPON INDIVIDUALS, SECTIONS OR ORGANIZATIONS - REQUIRES A NOMINATION ONLY
Given to a non-member, or entity, who has made exceptional contributions to STANYS, or science
education. Through their actions and support, they have contributed significantly to our mission of
promoting excellence in science education for all students in New York State.
Presented to individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to science.
Award Process:
NOMINATION: A Nomination form must be filled out and submitted for approval by May 15th.
The way to submit a nomination form:
Nomination Form PDF - can be filled in, saved and submitted by email to awards@stanys.org.
Once the nomination has been accepted by the committee the next step depends upon the type of award.
There are two types of awards.
Awards for which, after nomination approval, the nominee must file specific paperwork such as: application, letters of recommendation, an essay. The "paperwork" requirements are listed on the web page for the specific award.
Awards that require nomination approval only. These awards are granted based upon merit as recognized by STANYS Leadership.
PROCESS OVERVIEW
A Nomination Form is submitted. - We would appreciate your sharing with us who you are and who you would like to nominate for an award. We need this information whether you are nominating someone else or if you would like to be considered for an award. You may nominate yourself.
Upon approval of the nomination, the nominee will be contacted by STANYS to inform her/him of the nomination and of the process. This will also provide a contact person for the individual should they have questions or need assistance. Most of the guidelines and applications are available on-line on the web page(s) related to each award. (see links above for each award)
Nominee or their representative submits "paperwork" if required for the award.
Once the required documentation (applications, letters, ...) becomes available to the committee, decisions will be made as to the qualifications of the individual to receive the award. The committee will contact the individual with the results of the process.