Public education is a holistic experience that supports students both inside and outside the school building. We are excited to share several opportunities available for the students we support every day.
Below are current opportunities offered by NCAE with approaching deadlines:
Mary Morrow- Edna Richards Scholarships - Deadline Jan. 30
For future educators who are either high school seniors or college juniors enrolled in teacher education programs.The Mary Morrow- Edna Richards Scholarships, sponsored by NCAE’s foundation, the NC Foundation for Public School Children (NCFPSC), these awards honor two trailblazing education leaders: Mary Frank Morrow, the first president of the North Carolina Classroom Teachers Association, and Edna Cotton Richards, a distinguished leader in the North Carolina Teachers Association and NCAE.
Apply for the Mary Marrow-Edna Richards Scholarship HERE
Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Scholarship - Deadline Feb. 2
For high school seniors who plan to continue their education. Scholarship funds are used during the recipient’s freshman year of college. Awarded by NCAE and NCFPSC. For more information, click here.
Apply for the Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Scholarship HERE
NCAE Human and Civil Rights Arts Contest - Deadline Feb. 2
Sponsored by the NCAE Human and Civil Rights Commission, the contest amplifies student voices, reflects diverse lived experiences, and sparks dialogue around human and civil rights issues affecting our communities. Through art, students are encouraged to promote awareness, empathy, and collective action toward a more just and inclusive society. This year’s theme is Dream It, Fund It, Share It, Justice for ALL! For more information, click here.
Apply for the Art Contest HERE
We encourage you to share these opportunities with students, families, and colleagues who may benefit. These scholarships and programs reflect our shared commitment to equity, creativity, and the future of public education. Thank you for helping us support and uplift the next generation of leaders and educators.
