Nellie Nicholas Memorial Teaching Scholarship

Sac Osage Retired School Employees’ Association announces the opening of applications for The Nellie Nicholas Memorial Teaching Scholarship.
Students who have previously received a scholarship may re-apply if they continue to meet the necessary criteria. Scholarships are not available for graduate work.
Requirements:
*Applicants must have graduated from the El Dorado Springs R-2 School or El Dorado Springs Christian School.
*Applicants must be enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate program at a college or university, pursuing a career in education as a full time student.
*Applicants must maintain at least a 2.5 grade point average.
*Applicant’s ACT score must meet their college’s requirements to enter the education field.
Application:
(All 5 items below must be completed to be considered.)
• Complete the application form (neatly printed or typed).
• Supply a recent official transcript which includes an official copy of ACT scores.
• Submit a current signed letter of recommendation/ reference from a teacher, professor, or advisor who knows of the applicant’s interest and plans to pursue a teaching career.
• Submit a current signed letter of personal recommendation/ reference from someone other than a family member who knows of the applicant’s interest and plans to pursue a teaching career.
• Submit a typed essay (1 page maximum) expressing their desire to enter the teaching profession.
ATTENTION:
** Incomplete submissions will be rejected.
Guidelines and application forms may be picked up at the R-2 High School Office or the Christian School Office. Those unable to pick up copies may email Ashley Rogers at: arogers@eldok12.org to request a copy of the Application Form and Guidelines.
All necessary documentation must be postmarked by April 22nd for consideration.
Mail applications to: Evelyn Boyle, 1405 S. Jackson, El Dorado Springs, MO 64744
Decisions will be made by May 2nd and applicants will be notified by mail soon after.