The International Reading Association (IRA) will honor an outstanding mainstream, elementary classroom teacher dedicated to improving the teaching and learning of reading and writing, across the curriculum in real-world contexts, in kindergarten–grade 6 (ages 5–12). To be eligible for the award, at least 60 percent of the school’s students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch. The grant may not be used for purchase of commercial programs. The US$2,500 award is supported by a grant from Regie Routman. Deadline: November 15, 2011
