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Educator benefits

NSHSS isn’t just for high school scholars. Educators like you are crucial to the success of our young scholars. NSHSS salutes the achievements of outstanding educators who have helped students reach their potential. In addition to nominating exceptional students, teachers and other educators have the opportunity to apply for grants, attend educational events, and earn recognition for their contributions to today’s youth. Join over 75,000 other educators in becoming a recognized NSHSS Educator today!

Contact Educator@nshss.org with any questions.

Grants

Apply for one of the many NSHSS grant opportunities to help defray the costs of educational conferences, supplies, field trips, and more.

Grants

Educator of Distinction

NSHSS allows high school members to nominate Educators of Distinction who have made significant contributions to their academic journey.

Educators of Distinction

Nominate your students

Recognize and reward your best high school students by nominating them for membership in the National Society of High School Scholars.

Nominate a Student

Recognizing young scholars

Students who join NSHSS are members for life. A one-time membership fee grants them access to benefits in high school, college, and beyond, including leadership programs, networking opportunities, exclusive events and partner discounts, and scholarship opportunities. There are no fees to apply for scholarships.

Nominate a student

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Recognizing young scholars

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Scholarships

NSHSS and its partners award more than $2.5 million in scholarships each year.

Programs

Leadership programs teach students critical skills to help them achieve their goals.

Career prep

Our partners offer valuable, real-world skills through internships and more.

Events

NSHSS member events in the US and abroad connect young scholars with their peers.

Exclusive access

Students can save money on test prep, study abroad programs, and more.

Here's what our educators say about NSHSS

Kenneth Theodos

Winston Churchill High School

"It's great to be part of NSHSS and their efforts to support students and educators across the globe!"

Gigi Azam

Crockett Early College High School

"I am excited and thankful to NSHSS for selecting me for this grant award. NSHSS grants and awards are truly prestigious, and I look forward each year to not only participate in the writing and competition, but also nominating my students for NSHSS scholarships."

Robert Kaufman

Pace Academy

"Thank you so much for this generous grant, which affirms the time and heart I invest in striving to make my classes meaningful."

Robert Kaufman

Pace Academy

"Thank you so much for this generous grant, which affirms the time and heart I invest in striving to make my classes meaningful."

Kimberly Hackett

Triton High School, Lillington, NC

"I am truly thankful for this wonderful blessing that was bestowed upon me and my cross country team for this monetary gift in the form of a grant. NSHSS has been a truly awesome program to be a part of that I try to share with my students as a teacher, advisor, and coach. The opportunities that are available are truly top notch. Thank you."

Melissa Rowe

Chattooga High School

"I would like to express my gratitude for being selected as a recipient of the Schools Supplies Grant 2026. This grant will help fund my students' exploration into inquiry-based learning by providing me with needed funds to purchase consumables and equipment for labs. Thank you so much!"

Gregory Combs

Earl Warren High School

"I am so grateful to have received this grant!!! School funding in Texas is a mess and this grant will absolutely help me get equipment and supplies for the higher level learning labs my students require."

Amy Paul

Lucy Garrett Beckham High School

"After teaching for as long as I have, I never thought about applying for grants. I thought the process was way too time consuming and didn't think it would be worth the time. I was VERY wrong. The process was very easy as they explicitly tell you what they were looking for in the application and was worth the time. This was the first time I actually applied for a grant and was very fortunate to be awarded one!!! This could be you!"

Shania Valentine

Page Unified School District, Page, AZ

"Page High School AVID Club would like to extend our sincerest gratitude and thank-you for this opportunity. This support will have a lasting impact on the educational aspirations and future success of our high school students. Your support will enable us to provide them with invaluable opportunities for personal and academic growth, ultimately helping them achieve their goals of attending and succeeding in college."

Educator perks

Our educator discount list includes exclusive offers and deals from diverse brands to ensure that educators have access to valuable savings on tailored products and services. Access savings and discounts that empower educators.

Educator pricing and discounts on Mac products are available to Educators.

30% off online and in-store and 15% off at factory outlets for Educators.

Offers eligible Educators of public schools, private schools, colleges and universities $500 on select Chevrolet and Cadillac vehicles.

Educators pay only $1 every four weeks for one year.

Educators of the year

Meet our Claes Nobel Educator of the Year Award recipients, recognized for their work helping students build on academic success and grow the skills and desire to have a positive impact in the global community.

See all finalists