Larger+Grants

=Larger Grants=

**NASA Research Opportunities**
NSPIRES - NASA ====Supporting research in science and technology is an important part of NASA's overall mission. NASA solicits this research through the release of various research announcements in a wide range of science and technology disciplines. NASA uses a peer review process to evaluate and select research proposals submitted in response to these research announcements. Researchers can help NASA achieve national research objectives by submitting research proposals and conducting awarded research. This site facilitates the search for NASA research opportunities.====

** After School Advantage Program from GTECH **
==== GTECH supports after-school programs targeting disadvantaged youth and at-risk children ages 5-15. Eligible applicants include nonprofits and public schools with existing after-school programs in need of a computer lab. ====

Project is judged on its innovative method, creativity, and ability to positively influence students."
====Deadline: **April 30, 2011** Amount **: $2,000 to each of 100 winning educators, an additional $5,000, $10,000, and $25,000 to top 3 winners.** Source: ====

http://www.ing-usa.com/us/aboutING/CorporateCitizenship/Education/INGUnsungHeroes/index.htm
=Presidential Awards for Excellence in Math & Science Teaching=

Excerpt:
===="Awards are given to mathematics and science teachers from each of the 50 states and four U.S. jurisdictions. The jurisdictions are Washington, D.C.; Puerto Rico; Department of Defense Schools; and the U.S. territories as a group (American Samoa, Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands). The teachers are recognized for their contributions to teaching and learning and their ability to help students make progress in mathematics and science. Once a teacher is nominated or registers, the teacher will receive an email invitation to continue the application process." **Award:** Includes citation signed by the President of the United States, a paid trip for two to Washington, D.C. to attend a series of recognition events and professional development opportunities, and a $10,000 award from the National Science Foundation. **Deadline:** The deadline for nomination is April 1, 2011 and the deadline for the follow-up application is May 2, 2011. **Source:**====