Sarasota Retired Educators Scholarship
Sarasota Retired Educators Association (SREA)
Award: $500 - $1,000
Deadline: January 5, 2024
Description:
The Sarasota Retired Educators Association (SREA) awards scholarships in the amount of $500-$1000 (depending on funds raised), to graduating seniors who wish to become teachers in Florida.
Scholarship recipients may attend any accredited public or private community college, a four‑year college or university, provided that their programs are consistent with the goal of becoming a qualified teacher. The recipient will be expected to teach in a state-accredited public or private school in Florida for at least one year, following graduation.
ELIGIBILITY:
- Must be a GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR IN 2024, OR A PREVIOUS YEAR’S RECIPIENT WHO IS CURRENTLY ATTENDING COLLEGE.
- Ability to relate to and work with people of all ages.
- Academic aptitude and achievement.
- Commitment to service, with special interest in teaching children and youth.
- Economic need
- Emphasis is placed on SAT and/or ACT scores. The minimum score for SAT is 1,000 or above (Reading and Math sections) or ACT is 22 or above.
- Participation and leadership in school and community activities.
- Poise and ability to communicate effectively.
Important Information
What high schools does this scholarship apply to? All
Number of Available Awards: Varies
Intended Major: Education
Scholarship Criteria: Major, Need-based, Merit-based
Scholarship Location: Local
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Minimum SAT Score: 1,000
Minimum ACT Score: 22
Is the scholarship renewable? Yes
How to Renew: Possibility of renewal; maintain 3.0 GPA
Is an essay required? Yes
Are service hours required? No
Organization Information
Dr. Patricia Byers
patrance1@gmail.com
941-724-5533
5109 Sandy Shore Avenue
Sarasota, FL
34242
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