Future Teacher Scholarship (transfer scholarship)

Assistance League of Diablo Valley shall provide funding for a scholarship to be paid in two installments per year to help cover tuition, books and supplies. A recipient must be a full-time student, remain in school to complete each term following receipt of a scholarship payment and maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0 each term. All scholarship information is confidential.

Requirements for Application:

1. A student attending, or transferring from, a community college pursuing a K-5 teaching credential.

2. Applications MUST BE RECEIVED in the Assistance League office by March 29, 2018. Incomplete or late applications will NOT be considered.

3. Mail or deliver your completed application and any required documentation to:

Scholarships Chairman
Assistance League of Diablo Valley
2711 Buena Vista Avenue
Walnut Creek, CA 94597

To be considered applications MUST contain the following:

 A completed application form.

 A transcript of grades, having the official seal of the school and signed by the Registrar or other designated school official. We will accept copies of the transcript with the seal and signature.

 A letter of recommendation from a community or school source.

 Your personal statement describing your goals and potential career path in elementary education. Additional topics may include your personal situation, financial circumstances and greatest challenge(s).

Criteria for Receiving the Scholarship:

 Financial need, GPA, job/school/community activities, Contra Costa County residency and US citizenship.

 Enrolled in an elementary teaching preparation program.

 Evaluation of all applications and selection of the award recipient will be made by the Assistance League of Diablo Valley Scholarships Committee members.

 There will be a mandatory personal interview during April with members of the Scholarships Committee to assist in the selection process. At that time the applicant must fully disclose all other scholarships, grants or financial aid they have applied for or received.