Southeast Idaho Retired Educators Donated More Than $4,000 for Student Scholarships

In their acceptance letters, students wrote about their hopes to teach subjects ranging from music to exercise science. Many students shared personal stories about their experiences within the education system, expressing their desire to inspire students just like they were inspired. Ximena Pasillas wrote, “I want to become a high school math teacher just like the math teacher who has inspired me so much to chase my dreams.”

The Teachers for Tomorrow scholarship is designed to motivate students to excel in their education. The funds are renewable for four years on the condition that students maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA and remain enrolled in fulltime credits at ISU. The students the scholarship supports will graduate highly qualified and prepared to make a difference in education.

In the future, the College of Education hopes to expand the Teachers for Tomorrow scholarship program and others like it. “Helping our students have an affordable college education is our top priority,” said Dr. Jean McGivney-Burelle, the Dean of the College of Education. “Earning a college degree opens doors and changes the lives of students and their families for the better.”

To learn more about our teacher education programs as well as scholarship opportunities, visit isu.edu/education/give

by Aubi Moon

In February 2023, the Southeast Idaho Retired Educators Association (SEIREA) donated five $800 scholarships that will be awarded to teacher education students within the Idaho State University College of Education to help support their educational journeys. In total, SEIREA members raised $4,160 following the initial check presentation.

SEIREA is a network of retired Southeast Idaho educators committed to serving those in need in our community and providing opportunities to future educators. Historically, SEIREA and the ISU College of Education have worked together closely to benefit students and educators across Southeast Idaho.

As SEIREA President Ronda Black said, “We want to see young people go into education. Teaching is one of the most valued professions, and we want it to be as easy as possible for students to not only pursue their passions but also not be burdened with thousands of dollars of debt.”

With the increased demand for teachers in Idaho, scholarships such as those made available by SEIREA provide students across all of the teacher certification programs at ISU with the support they need to pursue their studies and begin careers in education.

“We are grateful for SEIREA’s continued support and for this generous gift,” said College of Education Dean, Dr. Jean McGivney-Burelle. To learn more about how you can support College of Education students, please visit isu.edu/give