Nicholas Green Distinguished Student Awards program is currently accepting applications for the 2008- 2009 school year. The application deadline for nominations in Connecticut is April 30, 2009.
This awards program is designed to recognize distinguished achievement in academics, leadership, or the arts, in children grades 3 through 6.
The Awards inspire children to achieve to their fullest potential, highlight high-ability students, and draw attention to the educational needs of our nation’s gifted and talented students.
The Nicholas Green Foundation was established by Maggie and Reg Green to honor the memory of their seven-year-old son Nicholas who was killed in a drive-by shooting while visiting Italy in 1994. The Greens paired with NAGC to start the Distinguished Student Awards because they wanted to recognize young people who are working hard to make the most of their lives and develop their unique gifts and talents, and who are about the age of Nicholas at the time of his death.
One child in each state may be named a Nicholas Green Distinguished Student and each winner receives a $500 U.S. savings bond and an
NAGC Certificate of Excellence. Eligible students may be nominated by parents, teachers, students or community/civic groups.
For further information or nominate a child, Contact Mrs. Mody lmody@ci.stamford.ct.us or visit the CAG website at www.ctgifted.org/nicholasgreenaward.htm. |
