Every month through August 2011, NEA Member Benefits has teamed up with Sallie Mae, provider of the NEA Smart Option Student Loan, to offer NEA members a chance to win $2,000 cash! It’s their way of rewarding you for your dedication and helping you further your own educational pursuits. If you’re one of the lucky $2,000 winners, you could choose to fund professional development courses for yourself, cover some of your expenses toward National Board Certification, or even help a family member with their college tuition!
The Warren G. Magnuson Educational Support Professional (ESP) Scholarship is designed to assist WEA ESP employees (active members) in their pursuit of certification in the teaching profession.Three scholarship grants of $1,000 each are available.One of the three grants is designated for a minority ESP member.
Your application for the Warren G. Magnuson Educational Support Professional Scholarship must be postmarked no later than May 25, 2011.Mail to: Washington Education Association, PO Box 9100, Federal Way, WA98063-9100, Attn: Janna Connor.If you have any questions please call Janna Connor at 253-765-7056 or 800-622-3393 ext. 7056.
Dollars for Scholars Scholarships
WEA-Retired Dollars for Scholars is offering up to five $1,000 nonrenewable scholarships for the purpose of assisting WEA members in enhancing skills in specific education areas and/or attaining a teaching certificate. Certificated, Classified or Student WEA members are eligible to apply. Completed applications must be received by April 16, 2011. For more information and an application form, visit the WEA-Retired page at www.washingtonea.org.
