Who Can Apply:
- Norma Macklin and Barbara McDowell were dedicated elementary school teachers in Warren Woods, Michigan, who each spent 40 years shaping young minds. They were passionate about education and devoted to helping their students succeed, forming deep connections with many students and their families that lasted a lifetime.
- As active members of the teachers’ union, Norma and Barb served as vice president and president, respectively, and worked tirelessly to make a difference for both students and educators. Their unwavering dedication to the profession is an inspiration.
- This scholarship has been established to honor the legacy of Norma and Barb’s generosity, compassion, and dedication to teaching by helping Michigan students pursue their dream of higher education.
- Any undergraduate student at Michigan State University who is majoring in education may apply for this scholarship.
Submission: To apply, answer the following questions:
“Considering the current challenges in the educational landscape, what innovative strategies or approaches do you believe could improve the quality and accessibility of education? How would you implement these ideas in your future career as an educator to continue the legacy of Norma and Barb’s commitment to positive change?”
Deadline: December 16, 2024
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://bold.org/scholarships/macklin-mcdowell-scholarship/
