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Paula C. Collie Future Educators Scholarship

Funded by
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Willis Collie
$625
1 winner$625
Open
Application Deadline
Apr 1, 2025
Winners Announced
May 1, 2025
Education Level
Any
2
Contributions
Eligibility Requirements
Field of Study:
Education
State:
Virginia
Background:
First-generation student

Paula Collie was a lifelong educator and a beloved mother who passed away too soon. 

Paula was passionate about education and giving all students the opportunity to learn, beginning as a sixth-grade language arts teacher and becoming a resource for gifted students. Teaching is a noble and underappreciated field that has a real impact on the next generation. With a growing teacher shortage threatening the futures of today’s children, it’s critical that future educators have the resources they need to pursue their dreams.

This scholarship aims to honor the life of Paula C. Collie by supporting students who are pursuing degrees in education.

Any first-generation student in Virginia who is pursuing a degree in education may apply for this scholarship. 

To apply, tell us why you’re a good candidate for this scholarship, how you plan to help the world as a teacher, why you’re passionate about education, what challenges you’ve faced and overcome, and what you think the biggest issue affecting public education in the U.S. is.

Selection Criteria:
Ambition, Need, Boldest Bold.org Profile
Published September 9, 2024
Essay Topic

Why do you consider yourself to be an ideal candidate for this scholarship?

How do you plan to make a positive impact on the world as a teacher? 

Why are you passionate about education? 

What are some of the challenges you have faced in your education and how have you overcome them?

What do you consider to be the major issues currently affecting public education in the United States and how does that impact your desire to become a teacher?

400–600 words

Winners and Finalists

Winning Application

Brady Moineau
Radford UniversityAldie, VA

FAQ

When is the scholarship application deadline?

The application deadline is Apr 1, 2025. Winners will be announced on May 1, 2025.