Founded in 1920, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) is the world’s largest mathematics education organization.

The NCTM invites applications for the Action Research on Mathematics Teaching Practices Grant program. Grants of up to $6,000 will be awarded to provide financial support for action research conducted as a collaborative by university faculty, preservice teacher(s), and classroom teacher(s) seeking to improve their teaching of mathematics in PK-12 classroom(s).

To be eligible, the primary applicant may be either a teacher in the PK-12 classroom, a mathematics coach assigned to work with the classroom(s) where the research will be conducted, or a university mathematics educator; and the participating preservice teacher(s) must be in an initial licensure/certification program at the undergraduate level and, at some point during the term of the grant, must be engaged in some form of practicum experience or student teaching.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website.

Deadline: May 1, 2024

Founded in 1920, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) is the world’s most extensive mathematics education organization. It aims to advocate for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning for every student.

The council invites applications for its classroom research grant preK-6. Through the program, grants of up to $6,000 will be awarded to support classroom-based research in precollege mathematics education in collaboration with college or university mathematics educators. The research must be a collaborative effort involving a college or university mathematics educator (a mathematics education researcher or a teacher of mathematics learning, teaching, or curriculum) and one or more grades preK-6 classroom teachers. The proposal may include but is not restricted to research on the following topics: curriculum development and implementation, involvement of at-risk students or students from diverse backgrounds and experiences, students thinking about a particular mathematics concept or set of concepts, the connection of mathematics to other disciplines, focused learning and teaching of mathematics with embedded use of technology, and innovative assessment or evaluation strategies.

To be eligible, the primary applicant may be either a mathematics educator or a classroom teacher currently teaching mathematics at the grades preK-6 level.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website.

Deadline: November 1, 2023

Founded in 1920, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) is the world’s largest mathematics education organization.

The NCTM invites applications for its Action Research on Mathematics Teaching Practices Grant program. Through the program, grants of up to $6,000 will be awarded in support of action research conducted as a collaborative by university faculty, preservice teacher(s), and classroom teacher(s) seeking to improve their teaching of mathematics in PK-12 classroom(s).

Primary emphasis will be placed on collaboration by a team of researchers consisting of university, classroom teachers, and preservice teachers from the undergraduate ranks. The action research should be designed, implemented, and completed to enhance mathematics teaching in grades PK-12.

To be eligible, the primary applicant may be either a teacher in the PK-12 classroom, a mathematics coach assigned to work with the classroom(s) where the research will be conducted, or a university mathematics educator. The participating preservice teacher(s) must be in an initial licensure/certification program at the undergraduate level. At some point during the grant term, one must be engaged in some form of practicum experience or student teaching. The primary applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) essential or premium member of NCTM.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website.

Deadline: May 1, 2023

Founded in 1920, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) is the world’s largest mathematics education organization.

The NCTM invites applications for its Action Research on Mathematics Teaching Practices Grant program, which will award grants of up to $6,000 in support of action research conducted as a collaborative by university faculty, preservice teachers, and classroom teachers who aim to improve their teaching of mathematics in PK-12 classrooms.

Primary emphasis will be placed on collaboration by a team of researchers consisting of university, classroom teachers, and preservice teachers from the undergraduate ranks. The action research should be designed, implemented, and completed with a focus on enhancing mathematics teaching in grades PK-12.

The primary applicant may be a teacher in the PK-12 classroom, a mathematics coach assigned to work with the classroom(s) where the research will be conducted, or a university mathematics educator. The participating preservice teacher(s) must be in an initial licensure/certification program at the undergraduate level and, during the term of the grant, must be engaged in some form of practicum experience or student teaching. The primary applicant must be a current (on or before the application deadline) essential or premium member of NCTM.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website.

Deadline: May 1, 2022

Founded in 1920, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics (NCTM) advocates for high-quality mathematics teaching and learning for each and every student.

To advance this mission, NCTM awards grants to increase understanding and expertise in fostering support of multi-language development in the teaching of mathematics in pre-k-12 schools. Grants of up to $4,000 will be awarded to cover the cost of honoraria and expenses for consultants, materials, substitute time during the school day, teacher stipends after the school day, and/or conference or workshop registrations.

The proposed project must explicitly support the implementation of equitable and rigorous mathematics instruction that incorporates student languages and cultures in the teaching of math. The proposed project should specifically address the development of classroom materials with a consultant who has expertise in both the teaching of math and the teaching of language, and/or the purchase of materials for use in implementing professional learning toward the above stated goal. (Funds may not be used for staff travel or equipment.)

To be eligible, applicant schools must have at least one current NCTM member and one current TODOS member who teaches at the school.

See the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website for complete program guidelines and application instructions.

Deadline: November 1, 2019

Learn more and apply: https://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Fostering-Support-of-Mathematics-Learning-in-Multilingual-Classrooms-(Pre-K-12)/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is accepting applications from teachers of pre-K-5 mathematics for projects that incorporate music into the classroom to help young students learn math.

Grants of up to $3,000 will be awarded to individual classroom teachers or small groups of teachers collaborating in a grade or across grade levels. Any acquisition of equipment must support the proposed plan but not be the primary focus of the grant. Proposals must address the integration of mathematics and music, planning for improving students’ learning, and/or the anticipated impact on student achievement.

Applicants must be a current Full Individual or E-Member of NCTM or teach in a school with a current NCTM pre-K–8 school membership and currently teach mathematics or collaborate with teachers of math in grades pre-K–2.

For complete program guidelines and application information, see the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website.

Deadline: November 1, 2019

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Using-Music-to-Teach-Mathematics-Grants/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is accepting applications from individual math teachers for its Professional Development Scholarship Emphasizing History, Number Theory, and Discrete Mathematics.

In 2019-20, a scholarship of up $3,000 will be awarded to an individual currently teaching mathematics at the grade 6-12 level.

To be eligible, applicants must be a current full individual or e-member of NCTM; have taught school mathematics for at least three years; and intend to remain in teaching. All activities must be completed by August 31, 2020.

Complete program guidelines and application instructions are available at the NCTM website.

Deadline: May 3, 2019

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Professional-Development-Scholarship-Emphasizing-History,-Number-Theory,-and-Discrete-Mathematics/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is accepting applications from prospective middle school mathematics teachers for Teacher Coursework scholarships.

The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial support to college or university students preparing to teach middle school mathematics. For 2019-20, one scholarship with a maximum value of $3,000 will be awarded to a person currently completing his/her junior year of college or university and pursuing a career goal of becoming a certified teacher of middle school mathematics.

Scholarship funds can be applied to tuition, fees, course materials, and other expenses directly related to the recipient’s academic program of study. Any acquisition of equipment must support the applicant’s plan of study but not require more than 10 percent, or $300, of the entire scholarship.

See the NCTM website for complete program guidelines, information about past recipients, and application instructions.

Deadline: May 3, 2019

https://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Prospective-Middle-School-Mathematics-Teacher-Course-Work-Scholarships/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is inviting proposals from pre-K teachers for a collaborative action research project aimed at improving their understanding of mathematics in pre-K–8 classrooms.

Primary emphasis will be placed on collaboration among a team of researchers consisting of university, elementary/middle school teachers, and preservice teachers from the undergraduate ranks. The action research should be designed, implemented, and completed with a focus on enhancing the teaching and/or learning of mathematics in grades pre-K–8.

A single grant of up to $3,000 will be awarded. Grant funds should be used to support expenses needed to plan and carry out the research.

The applicant must be a current full individual or e-member of NCTM or must teach at a school with a current NCTM pre-K–8 school membership. The participating preservice teacher(s) must be in an initial licensure/certification program at the undergraduate level and, at some point during the term of the grant, must be engaged in some form of practicum experience or student teaching.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the NCTM website.

Deadline: May 3, 2019

Learn more and apply: https://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Pre-K%E2%80%938-Preservice-Teacher-Action-Research-Grants/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is accepting applications from teachers of pre-K-5 mathematics for projects that incorporate music into the classroom as a way to help young students learn math.

Grants of up to $3,000 will be awarded to individual elementary classroom teachers or small groups of teachers collaborating in one grade or across grades. Any acquisition of equipment must support the proposed plan but not be the primary focus of the grant. Proposals must address the combining of math and music, a plan for improving students’ learning of math, and/or the anticipated impact on students’ achievement.

Applicants must be a current Full Individual or E-Member of NCTM or teach in a school with a current NCTM PreK–8 school membership and currently teach math or collaborate with teachers of math in grades pre-K–2.

See the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics website for complete program guidelines and application information.

Deadline: November 2, 2018

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Using-Music-to-Teach-Mathematics-Grants/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics supports teachers through vision, leadership, professional development, and research so as to ensure equitable mathematics learning of the highest quality for all students.

To that end, NCTM is accepting application for its Emerging Teacher-Leaders in Elementary School Mathematics Teachers grant program, which aims to increase the breadth and depth of the mathematics content knowledge of elementary school teachers with a demonstrated commitment to mathematics teaching and learning.

For the 2019-20 school year, grants of up to $6,000 will be awarded, with only one teacher per school eligible to receive the award. Grantees will be expected to provide ongoing professional development to teachers within their school or district to strengthen their own mathematical understanding and instructional practices. This must include sustained in-service programs focused on improving the content knowledge of the elementary teachers within the school or district and working with teachers in their classrooms through demonstration teaching or co-teaching.

To be eligible, applicants must be a current NCTM member; be a classroom (elementary school) teacher with at least three years of experience; and have mathematics as a regular teaching responsibility. In addition, applicants must have the support of the school principal in becoming a mathematics teacher-leader within his or her school or district.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the NCTM website.

Deadline: November 2, 2018

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Emerging-Teacher-Leaders-in-Elementary-School-Mathematics-Grants/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics works to ensure equitable mathematics learning of the highest quality for all students through vision, leadership, the professional development of teachers, and research.

To that end, NCTM is accepting applications to its Connecting Mathematics to Other Subject Areas Grants for Grades 9-12 Teachers program, which supports senior high classroom materials or lessons that connect mathematics to other areas of study.

For the 2019-20 school year, grants of up to $4,000 each will be awarded to persons currently teaching mathematics in grades 9-12. Materials may be in the form of books, visual displays, computer programs or displays, slide shows, videotapes, or other appropriate media. The focus of these materials should be on showing the connectivity of mathematics to other fields and/or the world around us.

To be eligible, applicants must be a current NCTM member and teach math in grades 9–12 at least 50 percent of the school day.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the NCTM website.

Deadline: November 2, 2018

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Connecting-Mathematics-to-Other-Subject-Areas-Grants-%289-12%29/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is accepting applications from prospective middle school mathematics teachers for Teacher Coursework scholarships.

The purpose of the scholarship is to provide financial support to college or university students preparing to teach middle school mathematics. For 2017-18, one scholarship with a maximum value of $3,000 will be awarded to an individual who is currently completing his/her junior year of college, scheduling full-time study at a four- or five-year college or university in the next academic year, and is interested in pursuing a career goal of becoming a certified teacher of middle school mathematics.

Scholarship funds can be applied to tuition, fees, course materials, and other expenses directly related to the recipient’s academic program of study. Any acquisition of equipment must support the applicant’s plan of study but not require more than 10 percent, or $300, of the entire scholarship.

Coursework and graduation is to be completed between April 1, 2018, and August 31, 2019.

See the NCTM website for complete program guidelines, information about past recipients, and application instructions.

Deadline: May 4, 2018

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Prospective-Middle-School-Mathematics-Teacher-Course-Work-Scholarships/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is inviting proposals from collaborative action research projects seeking to improve classroom teachers’ understanding and teaching of mathematics in pre-K–8 classrooms.

Priority will be given to collaborations consisting of university, elementary/middle school teachers, and pre-service teachers from the undergraduate ranks. The research should be designed and implemented with a focus on enhancing the teaching and/or learning of math from pre-K to grade 8.

A single grant of up to $3,000 will be awarded. Grant funds should be used to support expenses incurred in planning and carrying out the research.

Applicants must be a current full individual or e-member of NCTM or teach at a school with a current NCTM pre-K–8 school membership. The participating pre-service teacher(s) must be in an initial licensure/certification program at the undergraduate level and at some point during the term of the grant must be engaged in some form of practicum experience or student teaching.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the NCTM website.

Deadline: May 4, 2018

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Pre-K%E2%80%938-Preservice-Teacher-Action-Research-Grants/

The purpose of this grant is to incorporate music into the elementary school classroom to help young students learn mathematics. For 2018-19, grants with a maximum of $3,000 each will be awarded to persons currently teaching mathematics in grades Pre-K-2 level. This award is for individual classroom teachers* or small groups of teachers collaborating in one grade or across grade levels. Any acquisition of equipment must support the proposed plan but not be the primary focus of the grant. Proposals must address the following: the combining of mathematics and music; the plan for improving students’ learning of mathematics; and the anticipated impact on students’ achievement. (*The definition of a classroom teacher is an individual who spends half or more of his/her work time teaching in the classroom.)

The applicant must be a current (on or before October 13, 2017) Full Individual or E-Member of NCTM or teach in a school with a current (on or before October 13, 2017) NCTM PreK-8 school membership and currently teach mathematics or collaborate with teachers of mathematics in grades PreK-2. Activities are to be completed between June 1, 2018, and May 31, 2019. Past recipients of this grant are ineligible to reapply. No person(s) may receive more than one award administered by the Mathematics Education Trust in the same academic year.

The application packet must be postmarked by November 3, 2017.

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Using-Music-to-Teach-Mathematics-Grants/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is accepting applications from teachers in grades 7-12 for classroom research grants.

Grants of up to $6,000 will be awarded to support and encourage classroom-based research in precollege mathematics education. The research must be a collaborative effort involving a college or university mathematics educator (a mathematics education researcher or a teacher of mathematics learning, teaching, or curriculum) and one or more middle or high school classroom teacher. The project may include but is not restricted to research on curriculum development and implementation; involvement of at-risk or minority students; students’ thinking about a particular math concept or set of concepts; the connection of mathematics to other disciplines; focused learning and teaching of mathematics with the embedded use of technology; and/or innovative assessment or evaluation strategies. The research should lead to a draft article suitable for submission in Mathematics Teacher Educator, thr Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, or in an NCTM school journal.

To be eligible, applicants must be a current Full Individual member or E-Member of NCTM (if a high school teacher), or someone who teaches at a college or university. Seventh- or eighth-grade teacher applicants may be a current Full Individual or E-Member or teach at a school having a current NCTM pre-K–8 school membership.

See the NCTM website for complete program guidelines and application instructions.

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 3, 2017

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/7-12-Classroom-Research-Grants/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics works to ensure equitable mathematics learning of the highest quality for all students through vision, leadership, professional development, and research.

To that end, NCTM is accepting applications for its Teacher Professional Development Grants for Grades 6–8 Teachers grant program, which supports professional development opportunities for middle school mathematics teachers.

For 2018–19, grants of up to $3,000 will be awarded to persons currently teaching mathematics in grades 6-8. The proposal must delineate the teacher(s)’ professional development plan and address how the proposed project will improve the teacher(s)’ competence and affect students’ learning. While grants are not intended to fund the purchase of technology, proposals involving the use of technology to enhance student learning are encouraged.

To be eligible, applicants must be a current NCTM member (on or before October 13, 2017) and teach mathematics in grades 6-8 at least 50 percent of the school day.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the NCTM website.

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 3, 2017

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Teacher-Professional-Development-Grants-(6-8)/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is accepting applications for Equity in Mathematics grants.

The purpose of the program is to support the incorporation of middle-school materials or lessons designed to improve the achievement of students with a previous record of underachievement into the classroom.

For 2018-19, grants of up to $8,000 will be awarded to persons currently teaching mathematics in grades 6-8. The award is for individual classroom teachers* or small groups of teachers collaborating in one grade or across grade levels. Proposals must address the following: the mathematics content as defined in NCTM’s Principles and Standards for School Mathematics; the plan for improving achievement of the targeted students; and the anticipated impact on their achievement. (*The definition of a classroom teacher is an individual who spends half or more of his/her work time teaching in the classroom.)

To be eligible, applicants must be a current (on or before October 14, 2016) full individual or E-member of NCTM or teach at a school with a current (on or before October 14, 2016) NCTM Pre-K-8 school membership and currently teach mathematics in grades 6-8 at least 50 percent of the school day. Activities are to be completed between June 1, 2017, and May 31, 2018. Past recipients of this grant are ineligible to apply again.

See the NCTM website for complete program guidelines, information about past recipients, and application instructions.

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 3, 2017

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Equity-in-Mathematics-Grants-(6-8)/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics is accepting applications from teachers of preK-2 mathematics for projects that incorporate music into the elementary school classroom.

Grants of up to $3,000 will be awarded to individual classroom teachers or small groups of teachers collaborating in a single grade or across grade levels. Proposals must address the combining of mathematics and music, planning for improving students’ learning of mathematics, and/or the anticipated impact on students’ achievement. Any acquisition of equipment must support the proposed plan but not be the primary focus of the grant.

Applicants must be a current Full Individual or E-Member of NCTM or teach in a school with a current NCTM preK–8 school membership and currently teach mathematics or collaborate with teachers of mathematics in grades preK–2.

See the NCTM website for complete program guidelines and application information.

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 3, 2017

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Using-Music-to-Teach-Mathematics-Grants/

The National Council of Teachers of Mathematics supports teachers with the aim of ensuring equitable mathematics learning of the highest quality for all students.

To that end, NCTM is accepting proposals for its Pre-K-6 Classroom Research Grants program, which supports classroom-based research in pre-college mathematics education in collaboration with college or university mathematics educators.

Grants of up to $6,000 will be awarded to mathematics educators or classroom teachers currently teaching mathematics at the pre-K–6 level. The research must be a significant collaborative effort involving a college or university mathematics educator (a mathematics education researcher or a teacher of mathematics learning, teaching, or curriculum) and one or more pre-K–6 classroom teachers. The proposal may include but is not restricted to research related to curriculum development and implementation; involvement of at-risk or minority students; students’ thinking about a particular mathematics concept or set of concepts; connection of mathematics to other disciplines; focused learning and teaching of mathematics with embedded use of technology (any acquisition of equipment must support the proposed plan but not be the primary focus of the grant); and/or innovative assessment or evaluation strategies.

Involvement of preservice teachers is encouraged but not required. The research should lead to a draft article suitable for submission in the Mathematics Teacher Educator, Journal for Research in Mathematics Education, or in one of the other NCTM school journals. In addition, proposals must address the following: research design, the plan for collecting and analyzing data, and the anticipated impact on student learning.

To be eligible, applicants must be a current NCTM member (on or before October 15, 2016) or teach at a school having current NCTM pre-K-8 school membership. The college or university mathematics educator also must be a member of NCTM.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the NCTM website.

DEADLINE: NOVEMBER 3, 2017

http://www.nctm.org/Grants-and-Awards/Grants/Pre-K-6-Classroom-Research-Grants/