Rolland J. Van Hattum Award for Contribution in the Schools
Official nomination and application page for the ASHFoundation award recognizing exemplary contributions to audiology and speech-language pathology services in school settings.
Must be an audiologist or speech-language pathologist employed by a school system (pre-K through high school); Excludes individual or agency contractors; Contribution must have been made within a school system with direct, observable, and demonstrable impact
Requirements
Nomination and Summary Form (online); Nomination Document (one PDF file, limit 8 pages); Nomination Narrative (biographical introduction); Specific Contribution description (nature of contribution, direct impact, target population); Case for Support (letters/statements from professionals or recipients)
Application materials
Nomination and Summary Form; Nomination Document (PDF)
How to apply
Complete the online Nomination and Summary Form; Compile all required components into one PDF file; Upload the PDF file as part of the submission
Important dates
Deadline: April 15, 2026; Winner notification: September; Winner announcement: November
