Grants

Judy Brown Administrator Recognition Award

The annual Judy Brown Administrator Award recognizes administrators who exemplify outstanding leadership and exemplary support of early childhood educators. Judy Brown, along with a group of dedicated educators, organized the first Bay Area Kindergarten Conference. She also served as the first President of CKA. The administrator who is nominated recognizes and encourages the professional development of early childhood teachers and supports the unique needs of their classrooms. The nominator must be a current member of CKA.  The recipient will be given a Certificate of Recognition during CKA’s Annual Meeting at the California Kindergarten Conference.

Deadline: November 1, 2021. For an application, click here.

2022 Ruth Lind Velasquez Art Grant

The Ruth Lind Velasquez Art Grant recognizes educators who exemplify outstanding leadership and support of the visual arts in early childhood education. The recipient will receive a framed commemoration and an award of $250 to be used to enhance art education for young learners. Ruth served San Francisco USD for 42 years as a classroom teacher and as Director of the Curriculum Development Center. Ruth was a CKA founding board member and the project director and co-author of CKA’s acclaimed book, ART Really Teaches. She served as editor of the CKA newsletter, TAKE 5, as part of the Professional Development Committee, and presented at CKA Conferences. This grant honors the memory of Ruth’s accomplishments and dedication to young children. She was a leader in her chosen professional career and a beloved friend to those whose lives she touched.

Deadline: November 19, 2021. For an application, click here.