AMARILLO, Texas (KAMR/KCIT) — On Wednesday, the Texas Medical Association announced it is seeking entrants for the 2026 Ernest and Sarah Butler Awards for Excellence in Science Teaching competition.
According to the TMA, the awards honor exceptional Texas elementary, middle and high school science teachers who share their energy and enthusiasm to cultivate student interest in science and motivate some to become physicians one day. The deadline for entries is Jan. 4, 2026.
“Many physicians chose the profession of healing because they were first inspired in grade school by an outstanding science teacher,” said Brad Holland, MD, TMA President-Elect. “TMA physicians want to honor teachers’ dedication and inspiration by recognizing their value in molding future doctors. ” Dr. Holland chairs TMA’s Educational Scholarship and Loans Committee, which oversees the awards…