Welcome to VCTM!

VCTM is excited to share three unique, NSF-funded opportunities at UVM—all in their final year of funding. Please feel free to forward this message to anyone who may be interested in earning CS licensure, engaging in hands-on field research, or supporting future educators. Each program offers a meaningful, grant-supported pathway.

Links are included for more information on each program. Here’s a brief overview:

 1. Computer Science Education Graduate Certificate (NSF EPSCoR) - Application Deadline - May 1st

•  Fully funded 18-credit graduate certificate program for grade 7-12 in-service teachers (all subjects)

•  AOE-approved for grades 7–12 licensure in Computer Science

•  100% online, designed for working teachers (one course per semester, including one summer; courses held after school hours)

•  Final funded cohort

 2. CZ-CREST: Champlain Research Experience for Middle and High School Teachers - Application Deadline - May 1st

•  4-day immersive field experience (3 graduate credits)

•  Learn across the Lake Champlain Basin—including aboard UVM’s NEW Marcelle Melosira Research Vessel

•  Engage with lakes, streams, forests, and farms while developing classroom-ready curriculum.

•  15th and final year — CREST alumni are encouraged to apply!

•  $500 stipend for teacher participants; housing support available for those traveling longer distances

 3. NSF Robert Noyce Scholarship Program

•  Up to $32,000 (out-of-state) and $20,000 (in-state) scholarships

•  For future middle & high school STEM and computer science teachers

•  Requires admission to UVM’s MAT in Secondary Education - MAT application deadline extended for Noyce Applicants

•  Please share with anyone considering a career in STEM or CS teaching!

These are rare, funded opportunities designed to support educators —and they won’t be offered again in this form.