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Grinspoon Institute

The Harold Grinspoon Charitable Foundation supports and rewards exceptional public and parochial school teachers in our region as part of the Pioneer Valley Awards for Excellence in Education. 

Award Details

To celebrate the successes of area teachers, and to encourage them to remain in the teaching field, the award provides:
  • A cash award of $500.
  • An engraved plaque.
  • A 3-month YMCA membership.
  • An invitation to a celebration event at the Log Cabin.
  • Invitation from WGBY to take an online course.
  • $100 scholarships given by Western New England University, Springfield College, and Westfield State University to take a graduate course.LI>

Nomination Criteria

Nominees must be certified by the State of Massachusetts and must demonstrate professionalism through:

  • Excellence in teaching practices.
  • His/her own professional development.
  • Good attendance on the job.
  • Enthusiasm for teaching and/or working with children.

Selection Process

Each school community decides on the selection process, one that is fair and equitable. Two teachers can be selected; one is selected for every 1,000 students, and another first-year teacher (one has not yet achieved state certification) is also selected.

    Pioneer Valley Excellence in Education

    2012 Winners

    See List of 2012 Winners »


    Contact

    Mary Anne Herron
    Director
    413-439-1953
    MaryAnne@hgf.org