National World War I Museum and Memorial launches contest to reward teachers 

By Mike Vietti
Director of Marketing, Communications and Guest Services, National World War I Museum and Memorial

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – This isn’t just an apple…

As teachers and students go back to school, the National World War I Museum and Memorial announced the launch of a contest to “Send a Deserving Teacher on an Adventure!”

The Museum is offering the public the opportunity to give something special to deserving teachers who make a difference in the lives of students with the grand prize winner receiving a trip to Kansas City for a personalized experience at America’s official World War I museum and memorial.

“The mission of the National World War I Museum and Memorial is to educate the public about the Great War’s enduring impact,” said National World War I Museum and Memorial President and CEO Dr. Matthew Naylor. “Teachers are absolutely essential in the public understanding how the first truly global conflict continues to affect us to this day and we’re thrilled to offer a reward for their dedication and commitment.”

Between now and Friday, Sept. 8, the public may enter a deserving teacher for the opportunity to win an adventure to Kansas City that includes airfare, hotel accommodations and admission to the National World War I Museum and Memorial for two (2) people (the nominated teacher and a guest of their choice), where they can meet with Museum collections and education staff and enjoy a personalized Museum experience.

One runner-up will receive a $100 gift card, while the Museum will provide 25 additional teachers with gift bags of special items. Additionally, the nominator of the winning teacher will receive a $50 gift card.

Nominating a teacher is easy – simply visit theworldwar.org/contest and supply basic information.

After completing the entry, nominated teachers can receive additional entries by sharing information about the contest on social media. Teachers may nominate themselves or the public may nominate a teacher who has positively affected the lives of students. The contest is open to all teachers in the United States and its territories. The winning teacher will be chosen randomly and announced in the fall.

As part of its mission, the Museum offers a host of free resources to teachers and the general public, including lesson plans, primary source material, professional development opportunities, a teacher fellowship program, an educational newsletter and much more. Visit theworldwar.org/learn for more information.