History Contest Rules

              OUTSTANDING TEXAS HISTORY 4^th AND 7^thGRADE TEACHER CONTEST RULES

The teacher applicant should prepare an application that includes the following information (see attached sample)
1. Cover Sheet should include:
a. Teacher's name
b. Name of School, School District, and City
c. Name of Principal
d. "Daughters of the Republic of Texas"
e. The Sponsoring DRT Chapter and City (Alamo Mission Chapter, San Antonio)
f. Chapter contact person and Telephone number

2. Letters of recommendation, limit of four, one page each

3. Teacher applicant's vita/resume

4. Applicant should submit his/her thoughts about teaching Texas History, manner of instructions
in the classroom, innovations conceived and executed for 7^th and/or 4^th grades, and response of
students. This should be typed on 8 ½ by 11 paper.

Honors and Awards:

Awards Ceremony will be held April 12, 2011, 12:30 pm, at the Alamo Hall where he/she will be recognized.

Additionally, the winning teacher will be invited to attend the DRT Convention to be held in May 2011 (in San Antonio).
The teacher and a guest (1) will be guests of the DRT at the Historical Evening Dinner. Any other expenses incurred
by the teacher's attending this event will be the teacher's responsibility.

Submission: Mail original essay postmarked no later than January 30, 2011 to:
Dr. Amy Jo Baker
2218 Fawn Mist Lane
San Antonio, TX. 78248-1907
MEMORANDUM
TO:   Bexar County School District Administrators, Teachers, and Students
FROM: Dr. Amy Jo Baker, Chairman Education Committee
Alamo Mission Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, San Antonio
DATE: November 12, 2010
Texas History Essay Contests for 4th and 7th Grade Students and Outstanding Texas History Teachers
In support of the education of Texas history in our Texas schools, public and private, to maintain accuracy and interest with our leaders of tomorrow, the Alamo Mission Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas cordially invites your District to participate in the 2010-11 Texas History Essay Contests for 4th and 7th grade students. These contests offer unique opportunities for students to fulfill TAKS objectives and to extend classroom activities for a real world purpose.   These contests are open to ALL 4th and 7th grade students studying Texas history including those participating in Gifted and Talented programs.
Teachers are asked to rank their top 5 student essays and submit them as per the enclosed rules no later than January 30, 2011. All participating students will receive Certificates of Achievement at an awards ceremony on the grounds of our historic Alamo. In addition, Chapter winners will receive keepsake prizes, a flag flown over the Alamo, and the opportunity to compete at the state level.
Teachers of 1st place winners will receive Gift Certificates for brunch at the historic Menger Hotel. The 1^stplace                                          winners will advance to the state competition.
State student winners receive an additional cash prize of $300.
History teachers of 4th and 7th grade students are invited to participate in an essay contest as well. State winners will receive an invitation to the DRT Convention in May 2011. State winners receive recognition and cash prizes of $700 each. The State winning teachers’ schools will each receive a cash prize of $1,000. Alamo Mission Chapter winners will each receive $500.00. Teachers and/or students who wish to participate are asked to return an enclosed post card. A DRT Committee member will then make a personal contact directly with the participating teacher. Please direct any additional inquiries to Amy Jo Baker at (210) 493-8238.
Sent on behalf of,
Dr. Amy Jo Baker