Date: 5/5/25 8:16 am From: Sid Stivland <norlastiv...> Subject: [mou-net] Youth Mentor Biology Bob binocs
As we enter the closing weeks of the school year, this is a reminder that each year the MOU can award a pair of binoculars to a deserving student in Minnesota compliments of an endowed fund named after the late Bob Holtz, the "Biology Bob" endowed fund.
Any student from fourth grade through eighth grade who has participated in a Youth Mentorship program sponsored event and has shown special interest in birds and learning about them is eligible. Any teacher or Youth Mentor may initiate a recommendation or nomination for this award by writing a letter attesting to the child's interest in birds or birding. An additional letter from the parents is also helpful.
If more than one child is recommended for this award, the MOU education committee will make the final decision depending on the funds available. If funds are available, more than one child may receive an award, although only one set of binoculars per school is permitted.
The deadline for submitting nominations is August 1, 2025. Binoculars will be awarded to the child by the mentor at a time or place that is convenient such as a classroom with classmates present.
Letters of recommendation can be submitted to me by mail or by email. I am also available to answer questions by phone. Feel free to leave a message..
