AWARDS

The CARTA Award for Excellence in Teaching of the Russian Language

The Central Association of Russian Teachers of America has established the Award to recognize outstanding school or university level teachers in the field of Russian language and related subjects. The Award is open to all CARTA members in good standing who have attended at least one CARTA Conference prior to their nomination. The nominator should also be a CARTA member. Self-nominations will not be accepted. A packet of materials will be sent to the nominated teacher for completion by the nominee, the principal, a colleague, and a student.

The Nominee Should Demonstrate

Dedication to the teaching of Russian and related subjects

Knowledge of current theory and practice and implementation in the classroom

Exceptional qualities and enthusiasm

Leadership in the Russian language profession

The Awardee will be selected by the CARTA Board upon the review of submitted materials. The award will be presented at the 29th Annual CARTA Conference. Time and place to be announced soon.

The Award will consist of:

A certificate for the teacher
A letter for the supervisor

The Deadline to Receive Nominations is February 1, 2027

If you would like to nominate someone, please submit the nomination form below.

The nominee must submit a CV. Either the nominee or nominator must submit letters of recommendation for the nominee from a supervisor, a colleague, and a current or former student. These are submitted directly to Professor Valentina Iepuri by email to vbiepuri@oldmiss.edu.

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