SECTION 1: Premier's English Teachers Association English Scholarship

Congratulations to Narcisa Nozica, Blakehurst High School, recipient of the 2016 Premier's English Teachers Association English Scholarship.
Narcisa will study the power of spoken word poetry in School contexts.
She will visit the United States of America.
“There is a large body of research in the field of writing, and its teaching. My literature review painted the current landscape of writing teachers, their identity and impact on pedagogical practice, as well as suggested gaps and possible future research projects”.
Kerri-Jane Burke
Moss Vale High School
2017 Premier's English Teachers Association English Scholarship application package.
As a result of the generous support of The English Teachers Association of NSW applications are now invited for the Premier's English Teachers Association English Scholarship.
All teachers currently teaching English Years 7-12 in NSW Schools and TAFE NSW Campuses/Colleges who are financial members of the English Teachers Association of NSW are eligible to apply.
The award is for a study in English. It is anticipated that successful applicants would spend up to five weeks involved in a study program. Teachers from NSW government Schools and TAFE NSW Campuses/Colleges will be entitled to leave and the School/Campus/College will be entitled to relief. Teachers from non-government NSW Schools will need to negotiate relief with their employing authority. The recipient’s itinerary must be organised to complete their travel by 30 June 2018.
Time need not be spent in formal study, but may involve a program of visits to sites, Schools and institutions to conduct interviews, observe exemplary practices and collect resources for the preparation of teaching materials related to English education.
One scholarship of $10,000 will be awarded in 2017.
Criteria
Applicants must provide information on their qualifications and teaching experience. Allocation of scholarships will be determined by an evaluation of an applicant's written proposal (of no more than 1,500 words) addressing:
·  the aspect or aspects of English which will be the subject of the study;
·  how the study relates to the learning and teaching of English with reference to current syllabuses;
·  information on how the study will be undertaken, including:
o  evidence of preliminary preparation e.g. reference to the literature, relevant research, contact with experts in the field, key institutions, conference/course opportunities,
o  draft budget,
o  study tour itinerary;
·  how the study will:
o  improve learning outcomes for students,
o  impact beyond the individual School/Campus,
o  enrich the body of professional knowledge and
o  have its findings disseminated through appropriate avenues.
Applicants should include the name and contact details of at least two referees who may be contacted by the panel, as well as the endorsement of the applicant’s Principal or Campus/College Director.
Please note that applications that exceed the word limit of 1,500 words will be penalised.
Within 90 days of the completion of the study, the successful applicant will submit a report of approximately 3,000 words on their study tour to the Premier through the Premier’s Scholarships Secretariat. This report will include strategies which demonstrate the best practices learnt through the study and how these practices could be used in Schools in NSW.
In addition the English Teachers Association of NSW has requested that the successful applicant of the scholarship will also need to submit a substantial report (at least 8000 words) which can be published as a support for English teachers. The English Teachers Association of NSW would own the rights to the publication and the successful applicant would be expected to make a presentation at a professional development event related to the subject of their scholarship investigation.
Applications for this Scholarship will close on Friday 5 May 2017.
All applications will be acknowledged in writing. Please contact the Premier’s Scholarships Secretariat on (02) 9836 9032 or (02) 9836 9169 for further information. It is advisable to discuss your scholarship application with the Premier’s Scholarships Secretariat at least one month prior to the closing date.
It is anticipated that scholarship holders will be notified early in Term 3, 2017.

SECTION 2: 2017 Premier’s English Teachers Association English Scholarship Criteria

Please read the following criteria as this is what the selection panel will assess your application with. Please ensure your response to all of the criteria does not exceed 1500 words.

1. Rationale

Does the proposed study have:

·  a clearly identified focus in English which addresses a recognised need that applies across a range of contexts?

·  recognition of/build on resources that have already been produced in the area?

·  evidence of preliminary preparation e.g. reference to the literature and relevant research?

Mark : /10

Enter your response to Rationale below:

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2. Syllabus relationship

Detail the ways that the proposed study has:

·  relevance and is significant to the development of quality teaching in the 7-12 NSW English syllabuses?

·  the means to introduce innovative or better practice?

Mark : /10

Enter your response to Syllabus/Module relationship below

3. Scope and feasibility

Does the proposed study have:

·  evidence of preliminary preparation e.g. reference to the literature, relevant research, contact with experts in the field, key institutions, conference/course opportunities?

·  realistic draft budget including travel and accommodation arrangements, and study tour itinerary details?

·  study tour itinerary including details of conferences, meetings, forums and visits?

Mark : /10

Proposed Travel Dates / Proposed Study tour locations / Proposed Study Tour Activities / Proposed Budget (Expenses)

Enter your response to Scope and Feasibility in the above format below:

Proposed Travel Dates / Proposed Study tour locations / Proposed Study Tour Activities / Proposed Budget (Expenses)

4. Outcomes and benefits of the proposed study to the profession and the learning and teaching of English in NSW Schools

How does the proposed study:

·  contribute to the learning outcomes of students?

·  address a resource gap or a recognised learning/teaching need?

·  impact on learning and teaching beyond the individual Campus?

·  contribute to their own professional learning?

·  enrich the body of professional knowledge?

·  intend to be disseminated through appropriate avenues? e.g. education system, professional association publications, conferences and learning networks.

Mark : /10

Dissemination activities for the Local School / College / Community / Professional Association
Dissemination activities for the Regional / Archdiocese / Area / Campus / College / Learning Networks
Dissemination activities at the State Level / Conferences / Publications

Enter your response to Outcomes and Benefits including the above tiers / levels / organisations below:

Local School / College / Community / Professional Association / Regional / Archdiocese / Area / Campus / College / Learning Networks / State Level / Conferences / Publications

TOTAL MARKS : /40

Please continue to sections 3, 4 and 5.

SECTION 3: How to apply for a scholarship

To apply for a NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarship you must:

1.  Complete the Application Form, (see section 4) and attach a copy of your Study Proposal including your 150 word Executive Summary and responses to the (4) criteria.

2.  Submit one (1) copy of your completed Application Form and Study Proposal to the NSW Premier's Teacher Scholarships Secretariat by the closing date together with your signed copy of the Terms and Conditions, (see section 5).

closing date Friday 5 May 2017.

How to prepare your study proposal:

Please follow the instructions on the application form.

http://www.dec.nsw.gov.au/about-the-department

Study proposal responses to criteria must not exceed 1,500 words.

How to contact the Secretariat:

If you have any questions please contact the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships Secretariat on:

Telephone: 02 9836 9032

02 9836 9169

Email:

Websites: http://www.dec.nsw.gov.au/about-the-department

https://www.teach.nsw.edu.au/enhanceyourcareer/premier-scholarships-overview-of-all-scholarships

SECTION 4: Application Form

NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships

Premier's English Teachers Association English Scholarship

PART 1A: APPLICANT INFORMATION

Name: Title: First Name: Surname:
Surname:
Home Address: Suburb: State: Postcode:
Telephone: / Work: Home: Mobile:
Email Work:
Email Home:

PART 1B: 150 WORD EXECUTIVE SUMMARY TO INCLUDE THE FOCUS OF YOUR STUDY TOUR, LINKS TO SYLLABUS/COURSES YOU ARE TEACHING, STUDY TOUR LOCATIONS, BENEFITS TO STUDENTS FROM THIS PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND DISSEMINATION PLAN OF YOUR STUDY TOUR FINDINGS

Title of proposed study:…………………

PART 2: SCHOOL OR CAMPUS/COLLEGE DETAILS

Please tick appropriate box:
Preschool Primary Secondary Central Special TAFE NSW Campus/College
Name of School /TAFE NSW Campus/College:
Diocese/School/TAFE NSW Campus/College:
Telephone:
Facsimile:
Email:

PART 3: QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Tertiary Qualifications (if applicable):
Summary of Teaching Experience:
Previous Scholarship / Fellowships / Awards (Title and year awarded):
Professional Associations / Activities / Community participation:

PART 4: STUDY PROPOSAL

The purpose of the Premier’s Teacher Scholarships Program is to promote teaching excellence in NSW by providing travel scholarships to NSW teachers to undertake a study tour overseas or in Australia.

Please attach a detailed study proposal of 1,500 words or less setting out how your proposed study will promote teaching excellence in NSW. The proposal must contain the information specified on the instructions page at the end of this form.

Title of proposed study:
Country (or countries of destination):
Subject area:
Proposed commencement date:
Proposed completion date:

PART 5: REFEREES

Referee 1: A person other than your Principal / Line Manager or Authorised Representative
Name: / Title First Name Surname
Position:
School / Campus/
College
Telephone: / Work:
Mobile:
Email:
Referee 2: A person other than your Principal / Line Manager or Authorised Representative
Name: / Title First Name Surname
Position:
School / Campus/
College
Telephone: / Work:
Mobile:
Email:

PART 6: ENDORSEMENT

The following endorsement must be signed by your School principal, line manager or authorised representative.

I have read the Terms and Conditions which apply to this application and the award of a scholarship.

I hereby confirm that the applicant named on this application form is a teacher at the School or TAFE NSW Campus/College specified.

I endorse and support the applicant’s application and suitability for the award of a NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarship.

I endorse and support the applicant as a suitable ambassador for the Premier of NSW.

Signature:

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Print Name:
Position:
School / Campus / College:
Contact Telephone:
Date:

PART 7: DECLARATION

I declare that the information supplied is complete and correct in every particular. I authorise the NSW Department of Education and the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet (“the Departments”) to obtain from other education institutions and relevant authorities, at any time, details of my work experience and qualifications. I consent for these details and any information contained in the application form to be made available to the Departments, scholarship sponsors and the Scholarship Selection Panel. I have read and signed the Application document. I confirm that I have read and will comply with the Terms and Conditions of the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships. I have attached a signed copy of these terms and conditions as part requirement of my application. Both the Application Form and Scholarship Terms and Conditions documents are available at:
http://www.dec.nsw.gov.au/about-the-department
Signature:
Print name:
School / Campus / College:
Date:

PRIVACY NOTICE

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The personal information collected on this application form may be used for assessing and verifying the details provided in the application, conducting reference checks, probity checks and publicising and administering the NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships program. The information may be accessed and used by various NSW Government Departments, sponsors and others that provide financial or technical assistance to the program. The applicant consents to all such use by signing this application form.

SECTION 5: Please read and sign the Terms and Conditions and forward with your application.

NSW Premier’s Teacher Scholarships

SCHOLARSHIP Conditions

Premier’s Scholarships Secretariat

NSW Department of Education

Level 5, 22 Main Street

Blacktown NSW 2148

Tel: 02 9836 9032 or 02 9836 9169

Email:

Web: http://www.dec.nsw.gov.au/about-the-department

All references to:

“Scholarship Conditions” means these conditions of nomination for the applicable Premier’s Teacher Scholarship;

“the Departments” in these terms and conditions mean both the NSW Department of Premier and Cabinet and the NSW Department of Education;

“the Designated Authority” means the provider of the Scholarship funds (generally, the Australian College of Educators or the Department of Premier and Cabinet);

“the Program” means the Premier’s Teacher Scholarships program;

“the Scholarship” means the applicable Premier’s Teacher Scholarship;

“the Secretariat” means the Premier’s Scholarships Secretariat, NSW Department of Education;

“the Panel” means the Scholarship selection panel;

“the State” means the Crown in right of the State of New South Wales, whether acting through the Department of Premier and Cabinet, the Department of Education or otherwise;

“You” means the applicant for the Scholarship; and

“Your Proposal” means the study proposal You have submitted with your application for the Scholarship.

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1.  Applications. You must submit a completed Scholarship Application Form, signed copy of the Scholarship Conditions and all supporting documentation by the advertised closing date (or any later closing date subsequently advised to applicants by the Secretariat).

2.  Individual Applications. Applications submitted jointly by more than one person will not be considered. Scholarships are awarded to an individual and cannot be shared.

3.  Refused applications. If Your Application is received after the closing date or does not meet the requirements set out in these conditions it will not be considered.

4.  Applications not returned. Your Application will not be returned and will become the property of the Departments.

5.  Application costs. You must meet all Your costs associated with applying for the Scholarship.

6.  Scholarships on offer. The Departments may cancel any of the Scholarships on offer, whether or not advertised, or reduce their advertised value, or reduce the period of the study tour. You will be advised of any cancellation or variation and where the advertised value or other aspect of a Scholarship has been varied will be asked if You wish to continue with Your application.

7.  Eligibility criteria. To be eligible for a Scholarship You must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident. You must be employed in a NSW School or TAFE NSW Campus/College.

8.  Minimum years. You must have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience and You must be qualified to teach or have particular experience in the category applicable to the Scholarship.