Application deadline for scholarships is June 1

The Barbara Jordan Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the late Barbara Jordan, a Texas congresswoman and distinguished educator. Up to six $1,500 scholarships are awarded each year to outstanding junior, senior and graduate students enrolled in educator preparation programs at predominantly ethnic-minority institutions.

The Fred Wiesner Educational Excellence Scholarship was established to honor the late Fred Wiesner, one of ATPE’s founding members. The program awards four $1,500 scholarships to outstanding college students currently enrolled in educator preparation programs. Three scholarships are awarded to undergraduate college students, and one scholarship is awarded to a graduate student (if the number and quality of applicants allows).

Visit www.atpefoundation.org for guidelines and to apply.

Texas Regional Teacher of the Year gathering

The ATPE Foundation is holding a gathering June 7–9, for the 40 2010 Texas Regional Teachers of the Year. These educators will take part in guided focus groups and professional development sessions. The information gathered through this collaboration will be shared with school districts, state agencies, legislators and education organizations improve public education for Texas children and enhance educator recruitment and retention efforts statewide.