Nicholas Green Distinguished Student Awards
The National Association for Gifted Children (NAGC) is pleased to announce the NAGC - Nicholas Green Distinguished Student Awards program for the 2010-2011 school year. Originally funded by the Nicholas Green Foundation and NAGC, this awards program is designed to recognize distinguished achievement in academics, leadership, or the arts, in children grades 3 through 6. NAGC believes that the Nicholas Green Distinguished Student 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: 1.) working hard to make the most of their lives to develop their unique gifts and talents and 2.) around the age of Nicholas at the time of his death.
One child in each state may be named a Nicholas Green Distinguished Student. 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.
How To Donate
The Nicholas Green Award Fund is now accepting donations to ensure the continuation of providing awards to deserving students through the 2010-2011 school year. Donate now online (you will be asked to sign in as a member or nonmember).
NAGC also has forms and tools for use by state affiliates for Fundraising at the State Level.
How To Apply
Many of NAGC's state associations participate in the Nicholas Green Distinguished Student Awards program. First,check our Contact List to see if your state association participates in the program.
Yes, My State Participates
If your state association is a participant, use the contact information listed to obtain an application and release form. Please note your state's application deadline as applications received after the deadline are not considered. The student should submit his or her application and other required materials, as well as direct any questions, to the state contact.
No, My State Doesn't Participate
If your state association is not listed as a participant, you will see the NAGC national office address listed as your contact. Click here for an Individual 2010-2011 Application and release form. The student should submit his or her application, along with other required materials, directly to NAGC postmarked by June 1, 2011. Questions may be directed to Rachel Coleman at the NAGC national office via phone (202) 785-4268 or email.
Materials to Include with Application
Please include the following items with the student's application:
Letter(s) of recommendation from someone other than a nominee's family members, such as a teacher or principal, explaining why the student is deserving of the award, what sets him or her apart from others, and how the nominee is impacting others.
- Current school photo — no photocopies of photos, and no photos larger than 2x3 inches.
750-word composition written by the student that responds to the following questions: (1) what is the activity or interest area for which the student is being nominated; (2) how did the student become interested/involved in the activity; (3) what impact has the activity had on the student and on others; and (4) how have the student's future plans and goals been affected by this activity or interest area. The composition must address all four questions.
A Release Form completed and signed by a parent or guardian.
Past Winners
We're so proud of our winners that we put each photo on our Web site! Click any school year below to see our student award winners. (Photos are posted at the end of each school year. Please note that not all states have award winners each year.)
2009-2010
2008-2009
2007-2008
2006-2007
2005-2006
2004-2005
2003-2004
2002-2003
2001-2002
2000-2001
1999-2000
1998-1999
Attention Past Winners!
If you are a past Nicholas Green Distinguished Student Award winner, or the parent of a past winner, we'd love to hear from you. Write and let us know of any recent accomplishments! Send your e-mail to NAGC.