Belin-Blank Recognition of Talent Development Award

The Jumpstarting Student Research Fellowship is meant to support middle and high school educators in their efforts to incorporate research and individual research projects into their classrooms and help their students submit to competitions like the Junior Science and Humanities Symposium and State Science Technology Fair of Iowa. Although first preference is given to those teaching in rural areas of Iowa, all are welcome to apply.

Who is applying for this fellowship?

First Name

Last Name

Email Address

Phone Number (optional)

Currently Teaching: grades / classes

Years of teaching experience

School Information

School Name

School District

School Address

City, State, Zip

Current Status: What is the current status of student research in your classroom?

Plan Summary: In terms of both knowledge and funding, how do you hope for this fellowship to help with increasing the role of student research projects in your classroom? (e.g. What kinds of materials, equipment, or learning experiences do you hope to provide? What do you hope to learn from the included professional development course?)

Estimated Budget Breakdown: How do you plan to use the $2,199 of fellowship funding? (e.g. $400 for a class set of _____, $500 for access to _______, etc.)

$199 will go toward the professional development course

What excites you about this opportunity?

Please confirm that you are available to attend the included professional development course.
Included with this fellowship is a free 2-day workshop in Iowa City:

Incorporating Scientific Research into the Middle and High School Science Classroom
July 28–29, 2025
Licensure renewal credit available
Includes lodging and most meals

Yes, I am available
No, I am not available
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