NEA Hispanic Caucus Scholarship Application Form

NEA Hispanic Caucus Aspiring Educators of Color Scholarship

Welcome Aspiring Educators! We are pleased to bring this scholarship to you and provide the opportunity to assist in the funding of your educational journey. We are eager to read your submissions and honor those we award with not just the funding but spotlighting your leadership within the National Education Association. There are three (3) scholarship categories to select from when applying. An LGBTQ+ Aspiring Educators of Color scholarship, an Undocumented/DACA Aspiring Educators of Color scholarship, and an Aspiring Educators of Color scholarship.
Scholarship Requirements

Below are the Requirements for the Scholarship. Please be sure to ensure your eligibility by checking criteria and filling out the information as well.
Member of the National Education Association Aspiring Educators.*
Please type your membership ID number or State Affiliate (preferably both)
Member of the NEA Hispanic Caucus*

Yes, I am a memberNo, I am not a memberNeed to join? See membership link.
Note about NEA Hispanic Caucus Membership Requirements

The NEA Hispanic Caucus is open to all members and Aspiring Educators, no matter the background. Membership cost for Hispanic/Latinx Aspiring Educators is free and non-Hispanic/Latinx Aspiring Educators cost $10 for active membership into the caucus. The membership link is provided here: bit.ly/neahcmembers
Ethnic Minority or Person of Color*
Please enter your race and/or your ethnicity.
An enrolled college student with education major*

Yes, I am an education majorNo, I am not an education major
Which scholarship are you applying for?*

Aspiring Educators of Color ScholarshipLGBTQ+ Aspiring Educators of Color ScholarshipUndocumented/DACA Aspiring Educators of Color Scholarship

Personal Information

Please enter your personal information below:
Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
NOTE: The following questions below will not be used to determine eligibility and are not required for the scholarship.

These questions are a bit more personal and not required for submission if not comfortable.
Sexual Orientation
NOT Required, but share if comfortable
Citizenship Status
NOT Required, but share if comfortable
Gender Identity
NOT Required, but share if comfortable

Educational Information
Name of College / University of Attendance*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Anticipated Graduation Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Latest GPA*
There is no GPA requirement for this scholarship
Academic awards and/or honors you received in High School
Are you a member of any organization in your school? Please provide information
Your most recent transcripts are required as proof of GPA and attedance, please submit below:
Upload your transcript information here*

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Are you a member of any organization outside your school? Please provide information
If you have other universities/colleges that you have attended, please list below:
Name of College
Academic Year Last Attended
Please provide any academic achievements, awards, or degrees you have received at this institution (if there is any)

Short Answer Questions

Please answer the questions below:
1.) How has COVID-19 affected your academic journey?*

Max 150 Words0/150
2.) Who influenced your leadership and ultimate decision to join the NEA/State Affiliate/NEA caucus? How has that connection created community and opportunity for you to use your voice within and outside of NEA? *

Max 150 Words0/150

Essay Question

Please submit your essay below:
How has your experience as a person of color impacted your leadership in the NEA/state affiliate? Give some examples of your organizing efforts surrounding racial/social justice.*

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Extra Submission?
If you have any other aspects about yourself we should consider when assessing your essay, please submit below:

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Letters of Recommendation

You are required to have two letters of recommendation for this application
Letter of Recommendation from State Affiliate Leadership (Aspiring Educator or Active).*

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Letter of Recommendation from educator, organizer, or other professional contacts that can share your organizing experience.*

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NEA Hispanic Caucus Aspiring Educators of Color Scholarship

Scholarship Requirements

Note about NEA Hispanic Caucus Membership Requirements

Personal Information

NOTE: The following questions below will not be used to determine eligibility and are not required for the scholarship.

Educational Information

Short Answer Questions

Essay Question

Extra Submission?

Letters of Recommendation