Grant program supports science teachers' innovative classroom projects

Toyota TAPESTRY recognizes outstanding educators who deliver the power of a great education through excellence and creativity in science teaching. Since 1991, the program has awarded more than $8.6 million to 1,068 teams of teachers for innovative science classroom projects.

A partnership between Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A. , Inc. and the National Science Teachers Association, the Toyota TAPESTRY Grants for Science Teachers program offers grants to K–12 science teachers for innovative projects that enhance science education in the school and/or school district.

This year, 50 large grants of up to $10,000 each and 20-32 mini-grants of up to $2,500 will be awarded to K-12 teachers of science in the United States. The categories are Physical Science Application, Environmental Science Education, and Integrating Literacy and Science.

To apply for funding, qualified teachers must write a Toyota TAPESTRY proposal according to the proposal requirements.

The deadline for the completion of the online application is Monday, January 18, 2010.

Visit the Toyota Tapestry Grants website for more information.