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GCTE Awards and GrantsEach year, the Georgia Council of Teachers of English honors educators and programs that elevate literacy, innovation, and equity in the classroom. Explore the awards and funding opportunities available to recognize and support excellence in English Language Arts across Georgia. Professional Excellence & Leadership AwardsThese awards honor current educators whose exceptional contributions to English Language Arts education have impacted classrooms, communities, and the profession as a whole. From early-career promise to lifelong service, these recognitions celebrate transformative leadership and teaching excellence. |
Teacher of the YearThe GCTE Teacher of the Year award recognizes an ELA teacher for their contributions to literacy and learning in the K–12 or college classroom. Honorees are featured in Scribbles 'n Bits and receive a $250 honorarium. | Teachers for the DreamSponsored by NCTE, this award supports and encourages early-career teachers of color who are active in English Language Arts education. Awardees receive national recognition and are encouraged to contribute to ongoing GCTE initiatives. | Lifetime AchievementThis award honors a GCTE member who has demonstrated a career-long commitment to advancing English Language Arts education in Georgia. Recipients are recognized for leadership, service, mentorship, and a lasting impact on the profession. |
Emerging Educator & Student RecognitionThese awards uplift future and pre-service teachers who show exceptional promise in English education. Focused on mentorship, identity, and inclusive representation, these recognitions reflect GCTE’s commitment to cultivating the next generation of ELA educators. Ellis Teacher Candidate AwardThis $1000 award honors the legacy of W. Geiger “Guy” Ellis, a champion of teacher preparation in Georgia. It recognizes outstanding preservice ELA teachers and supports their continued involvement in the GCTE community. Future Teachers of Color AwardThis award recognizes outstanding future teachers of color who are currently enrolled in English Education programs. Eligible applicants may include preservice teachers, student teaching interns, or graduate students completing certification. Awardees receive a $250 honorarium. |
GCTE Classroom Support OpportunitiesThese funding opportunities directly support English teachers in Georgia through classroom-based projects and professional reading initiatives. Whether you’re piloting a new curriculum or leading a faculty book study, GCTE is here to help bring your vision to life.
💡 Classroom Grant
GCTE Teacher MinigrantsGCTE funds special classroom projects led by Georgia English teachers that directly impact student learning and engagement. Grants range from $50–$500 and support innovative, student-centered experiences. Proposals must demonstrate clear goals and classroom relevance.
📚 Professional Reading Grant
Book Study GrantsThese grants support self-identified groups (3–7 members) who engage in meaningful study of a professional text. Funding covers the cost of books and helps foster dialogue on instructional practices, equity, or curriculum trends in ELA classrooms. |
Other Opportunities
- NCTE Awards
- Grants from the Assembly on Literature for Adolescents (ALAN) : for experienced and preservice teachers
- Fulbright Teacher Exchange Scholarships