Elementary Teaching Scholarships

 Pursuing a degree in the field of early childhood education  Preference given to students who demonstrate an interest in working with Hawaiian children in Hawai`i after completion of their education  Demonstrate financial need  Submit two letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors or community organization who can comment on your overall character, achievement and contribution to serve the greater community  Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Applications are open to the general public. However, it is the policy of the Pauahi Foundation to give preference to applicants of Hawaiian ancestry to the extent permitted by law.

For students with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or greater who plan to pursue a career as a full-time, elementary teacher.

The Mathematics and Science Teachers Scholarship Program was established as a pilot initiative by the Massachusetts Legislature for the purpose of providing financial assistance for coursework leading to the initial educator license in a Mathematics or Science field for teachers who are currently employed in Massachusetts public schools and teaching Mathematics or Science courses under either a preliminary license, waiver, or are teaching outside of their licensed field. This scholarship serves to address the Mathematics and Science teacher shortage and is also designed to help reduce financial barriers that teachers often face when pursuing degree programs or required courses of study. Who Is Eligible? To be eligible for the Mathematics and Science Teachers Scholarship Program, an applicant must: be employed, full or part-time, as an educator in a Massachusetts public school or school that provides publicly-funded special education and be currently teaching Mathematics or Science (including Technology or Engineering) under a preliminary license, waiver, or outside their licensed area; and meet the following criteria: be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen be enrolled in up to three higher education courses per academic semester in fulfillment of degree or program requirements in a state-approved educator preparation program for the initial license in the Mathematics or Science field and level of interest sign an agreement to continue teaching Mathematics or Science (including Technology/Engineering) full time in a Massachusetts public school for a term of service after completion of courses or program (no longer teaching out-of-field) or repay funds as defined by the scholarship terms and conditions be eligible under Title IV Regulations and not in default of a state or federal education loan or grant annually file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Priority consideration will be given to applicants meeting the above criteria who are teaching full or part time in a high-need district. A high-need district is a district that has been identified for corrective action in which there are one or more schools identified for corrective action or restructuring or districts in which the percentage of low-income students is 40 percent or greater. Preference will be given to applicants who are identified by superintendents or principals as highly talented educators, who have demonstrated a commitment to education and to instructional excellence. Eligible Institutions For the purpose of this scholarship program, an eligible institution is defined as a public or private college or university in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that has an approved educator preparation program for the initial license in the Mathematics or Science field and level of interest. Award Amounts The value of the scholarship for this program will vary, depending on the institution, and may be awarded to cover the cost of tuition, fees, and related expenses for up to three courses per academic semester, based on availability of funds. Teachers in high-need districts are eligible to receive 100% of these costs and teachers employed in non-high-need districts are eligible to receive partial funding, 75% of these costs.

Eligibility: Active Student CTA Members. Students applying should be studying in Teacher Credential Program.

The Department of Education offers $7,500 scholarships for students who have experience in urban settings and plan to teach in an urban school. Scholarship recipients receive tuition assistance to be used during the student teaching portion of their training. The department encourages applications from students in ethnic groups traditionally under-represented in K-12 teaching.

Under this program, individuals who have taught full-time for five consecutive complete academic years in certain elementary and secondary schools that serve low-income families and meet other qualifications may be eligible for forgiveness of up to $5,000, and in some cases up to $17,500, in principle and interest of their Direct Loan and/or Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFELP) loans and certain consolidation loans. For more information go to www.studentaid.ed.gov. Click on the Repaying tab, and then select Cancellation and Deferment Options for Teachers.

K-12 teacher candidates may apply for the Assumption Program of Loans for Education (APLE) in return for teaching service. To receive up to $11,000 in loan-assumption benefits, students must provide four consecutive years of teaching in a California K-12 public school in a designated-subject shortage area, a low performing school or in a school serving a high proportion of low-income students. Applications are available at the School of Education Office or on-line at www.csac.ca.gov.

Eligibility: Major: Education • Senior or 5th-year student standing• Financial need required• Plan to teach at elementary school level• Must have completed (or be currently enrolled in) a majority of teacher education coursework• Currently enrolled in the Multiple-Subject Teacher Credential Program• U.S. citizen and legal resident of California• Statement of objectives to outline personal and career goals stating reason for applicant’s choice to work with K-6th grade children• 3 letters of recommendation (CSU Stanislaus faculty, advisor, and teacher familiar with applicant’s volunteer work) GPA: 3.25

Eligibility: • Teacher Education major in elementary or secondary education• Minimum of 10 units completed at CSU Stanislaus GPA: 3.00

Eligibility Criteria * Application Deadline: see website * 2.5 GPA required * Major in Teacher Education * Attending Ashland University * Extracurricular activities * Work experience * Community service * Financial need * Teacher recommendation required.

Who Is Eligible? To be eligible for a Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship Program, a student must: Rank in the top 25% of his/her graduating high school class (at time of application) Be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts. Be a U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen. Agree to enroll and complete a four year bachelor's degree program in an eligible college or university leading to teacher certification. Agree to teach for four years in Massachusetts public schools. Award Amounts The Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship Program provides payment of full tuition and required fees at eligible public colleges and universities. For students attending a Massachusetts private college or university, the scholarship award is capped at the highest level awarded at a public institution. The scholarships are awarded at a maximum of four years. Award Priorities Priority in granting Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship awards will be given to eligible students who: Commit to teach in a subject area for which there is a documented teacher shortage in Massachusetts. Commit to a geographic region or school district where there is a documented teacher shortage in Massachusetts. What Are The Obligations For Accepting The Scholarship? Enroll as a full time student at an eligible college or university. Pursue studies, as a full time student, in a program leading to teacher certification. Maintain a 3.0 cumulative GPA on all college work. Agree to teach in a Massachusetts public school one year for each year of scholarship assistance received. Forfeiture of Scholarship Award Students who participate in the Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship Program, but do not complete their college education within six years of entering college, or who fail to complete their teaching obligation, must repay the scholarship. Repayment of the all scholarship proceeds will be prorated according to the fraction of teaching not completed, with interest, as determined by the Board of Higher Education. How Do I Apply? Interested students must complete the Tomorrow's Teachers Scholarship application. Two letters of recommendation are required, as well as a copy of the student's high school transcript.

The Early Childhood Educators Scholarship Program was funded as a pilot initiative by the Legislature for the purpose of increasing the quality and availability of teachers and care providers to work with young children and youth in inclusive settings including infant/toddler, preschool and school age programs. The scholarship is designed to provide financial assistance for currently employed early childhood and out of school time educators and providers who enroll in an associate's or bachelor's degree program in Early Childhood Education or related programs. Who Is Eligible? To be eligible for the Early Childhood Educators Scholarship, an applicant must: Be a permanent legal resident of Massachusetts. Be a United States citizen or eligible non-citizen. Be eligible under Title IV Regulations and not in default of a state or federal education loan or grant. Enroll, as a matriculated student, in an undergraduate degree program (full or part-time) in Early Childhood Education, or a related field (i.e., elementary education, sociology, psychology). Be employed, for at least one year, as an educator or provider in an early education and care program or out of school time program that is licensed or authorized by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and continue employment in this field while pursuing the approved course of study. Have not previously earned a bachelor's degree. Sign an agreement to continue employment as an early childhood educator or provider in Massachusetts upon completing the degree requirement, or repay funds as defined. Eligible Institutions For the purpose of the Early Childhood Educators Scholarship, an eligible institution is defined as a regionally accredited public or private college or university in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that offers an Early Childhood Education program of study or program in a related field. See website for more information