Econ Illinois:
Global Association of Teachers of Economics (GATE)
GATE Teachers of the Year Awards Program
Each year the GATE organization honors teachers with the John Morton Excellence in the Teaching of Economics Awards. The awards honor teachers whose innovative teaching methods improve and stimulate understanding of economics, financial literacy, and/or entrepreneurship.
The awards program is open to all K-12 teachers that are GATE members.
Any classroom teacher may use a self-nomination process or one may be
nominated by other teachers, department chairs, principals, superintendents, and Council/Center professionals. The winners will be notified in July and recognized at the CEE/NAEE/GATE Annual Conference.
This is a great way to recognize teachers on a national stage! Membership in GATE is currently free!
About GATE
GATE is a national and international membership organization sponsored by the National Council on Economic Education (the parent organization of ICEE.) GATE is structured exclusively for K-12 teachers and others who are interested in economic and financial education.
GATE members receive the most up to date information on articles, international study tours, new materials, workshops and conferences; gain access to Web-based communication with educators from around the globe; and have the opportunity to enjoy discounts on materials and registrations. Learn more about GATE, and join, at the GATE web site.