Mark A. Jefferson Teaching Scholarship
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Posted By: S. Moore on May 23, 2023 This scholarship is given to a Black male student who wants to become a teacher. There will be two winners, who will each receive $1,000. Applicants must have a 2.8 GPA and answer an essay question about how they will create a positive impact as a teacher. DESCRIPTION Diversity in education is vital to the success of upcoming generations and the progression of the human race. In all sectors, educators are needed to foster an inclusive environment for students both young and old that also manifests a deep love for learning, lasting throughout their lifetime. In public school education, the educator workforce is staggeringly homogenous, as 82 percent of teachers in that sector are white. Black men make up only 2% of the teaching force. It’s essential for educators to have backgrounds often left out of the history books to truly unravel the multiple complexities present in all sectors of our world today and to break apart many of the systemic barriers seen in communities of color. To support the needs of prospective Black male educators who want to fight for a more equitable tomorrow for their students and the world, the Mark A. Jefferson Teaching Scholarship exists and will support one extremely ambitious African-American male in his pursuit to become an educator for the future. To apply, you must be:
APPLICATION DEADLINE 14 ene 2024 WINNERS ANNOUNCED 14 feb 2024 EDUCATION LEVEL High School, Undergraduate To learn more and apply, CLICK HERE. SOURCE Bold.org If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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