Dr. Connie M. Reece is a beloved mother who has spent her lifetime in education. She believes in going the extra mile to help others and has made a lasting impact on thousands of students during her career.
Dr. Reece taught in prisons, inner-city schools, and online to help struggling students to graduate. Wherever she saw an educational need, she went. As a single mother, she worked multiple jobs to earn an advanced degree. Dr. Reece is a lifelong learner who is passionate about using her education to encourage others to pursue their dreams.
This scholarship aims to continue Dr. Reece’s legacy by supporting students who are passionate about educating the next generation. Any low-income undergraduate or graduate student pursuing teaching or education may apply for this scholarship.
To apply, please explain why you want to become a teacher: What (or who) inspired you to become a teacher and how do you plan to use your experiences to inspire others?
What (or who) inspired you to become a teacher and how do you plan to use your experiences to inspire others?
The application deadline is May 21, 2024. Winners will be announced on Jun 21, 2024.
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Award amounts per winner are designated by the donor. Check the award amount for a detailed breakdown.
The winner will be publicly announced on Jun 21, 2024. Prior to the announcement date, we may contact finalists with additional questions about their application. We will work with donors to review all applications according to the scholarship criteria. Winners will be chosen based on the merit of their application.
Award checks will be sent to the financial aid office of the winner's academic institution in their name to be applied to their tuition, and in the name of their institution (depending on the school's requirements). If the award is for a qualified educational non-tuition expense, we will work with the winner directly to distribute the award and make sure it goes towards qualified expenses.
Before we award the scholarship, the winner will be required to confirm their academic enrollment status. Depending on the circumstances, verification of Student ID and/or their most recent transcript will be required.
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Yes. The terms and conditions for this scholarship can be found here.