DR. ARTHUR JORGENSEN CHAIR AWARD

(MCATA Student Teacher Award)

This award is presented by the Mathematics Council of the Alberta Teachers' Association (MCATA), to encourage students enrolled in education programs in post-secondary institutions throughout Alberta to pursue and commit to mathematics education.

The award consists of

q a one-year term on the MCATA Executive, with expenses paid to attend Executive meetings (as per article 3.4 of the MCATA handbook).

q a one -year membership in MCATA and NCTM

q an invitation to attend one MCATA Conference with appropriate expenses paid, subject to the approval of the executive committee.

o ( eg. substitute teacher, one night accommodation, travel and meals not included in the conference registration)

The recipient of this award must be enrolled in a degree program in a Faculty of Education in Alberta. The recipient will be selected on the basis of demonstrated academic excellence and a clear commitment to mathematics education in either

• specialization in Mathematics at the secondary level; or
• a keen interest and desire to expand mathematics knowledge at the elementary level.

1. Applicants must apply by April 30 of the current year to: Dr. Arthur Jorgensen Chair Award c/o Director of Awards and Grants(check website for current name and address).

2. Applicants must submit a letter of reference from a faculty member in their school of education.

3. Applicants must complete MCATA application form and address each of the questions or statements found on the application form.

4. A selection committee of the Mathematics Council of the Alberta Teachers' Association will make the final choice of recipient for this award.

APPLICATION FORM for

DR. ARTHUR JORGENSEN CHAIR AWARD

(MCATA Student Teacher Award)

Please print legibly.

Name of Applicant: ____________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________ Postal Code: __________

Home Phone: (____) ___________ Home E-mail Address: _____________________

Post-secondary Institution: _______________________________________________

Description of Program of Study: _________________________________________

Current Grade Point Average: ____________________________________________

Are you currently a member of any mathematics organization? _____

If yes, which one? __________________________ Membership Number _________

Date: ____________________ Signature: ___________________________________

ADDRESS EACH OF THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS OR STATEMENTS on additional pages.

q Why did you choose to pursue mathematics education as a major area of study?

q How would you advocate and/or promote mathematics education with your students' school community?

q Identify and address current issues and concerns in mathematics education.

q How would you foster positive attitudes towards mathematics?

OUTLINE YOUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT GROWTH PLAN.

Deadline for application is April 30 of the current year.