The Richard Williamson Award for Leadership

In Modern and Classical Language Education

Criteria for Selection

The recipient must have achieved outstanding results in promoting the study of modern and classical languages in his/her community or region. Teachers, administrators, students, and community members are eligible for this award. Special consideration will be given to those persons using innovative approaches that actively involve constituencies not routinely supportive of second language learning.

Nomination Procedures

Names of nominees must be submitted by members of FLAME or affiliated organizations such as AATs, or by administrators.

Nominations should be accompanied by statements that establish a clear rationale for the choice, and should include an outline of the candidate’s achievements.

Evidence must be submitted of service to the school, community, and state or national organizations.

Nominations should be sent to Christopher Gram, FLAME Awards Committee Chair, Carrabec High School, P.O. Box 220, North Anson, ME 04958 by December 15 (Dec. 16 if the 15th is a Sunday). For additional information, contact Chris at cagram@msad74.org  or (207)635-2296. Nominees will then be notified and allowed to submit further documentation for consideration. The FLAME Advisory Board will then review all nominations and make the final decision.