Jane P. Johnson Endowed Scholarship Scholarship Announcement The University of San Diego, through the School of Leadership and Education Sciences (SOLES), is proud to offer the Jane P. Johnson Endowed Scholarship for graduate students preparing to become teachers. Jane P. Johnson Endowed Scholarship The School of Leadership and Education Sciences will award scholarships annually to incoming and continuing students. The scholarship will be paid once per year and up to $2,000 for the year. Jane P. Johnson Jane P. Johnson is a former elementary school teacher who was passionate about helping others learn and overcome obstacles to success. As a child, Jane overcame dyslexia to become an avid reader and strong advocate for literacy. Jane was a community leader and philanthropist, with true compassion for people with learning differences. It is fitting that the scholarship recipients be referred to as the Jane P. Johnson scholars since they will share her commitment to education and excellence. Requirements In order to qualify for the Jane P. Johnson Endowed Scholarship, the following criteria should be satisfied: • • •
Must be a graduate student in the School of Leadership and Education Sciences’ Department of Learning and Teaching. Must enroll in at least six graduate units during each semester in which scholarship is received Preference will be given to: 1.) Students who are sensitive to the needs of students with learning disabilities and are enrolled in the Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a Special Education specialization. 2.) Students enrolled in the M.Ed. with a Literacy specialization. 3.) Students who are employed by an organization that is a member of the San Diego Council on Literacy. Application Procedures 1. Complete the scholarship application form. 2. Submit the required one-page essay. 3. Submit a letter from a professor recommending him/her for the award. This letter should address the applicant’s financial need and academic performance and should be attached to the application package.
All scholarship application materials must be submitted with the application and are due by the application deadlines.
Jane P. Johnson Endowed Scholarship Scholarship Application Deadlines All scholarship application deadlines will correspond with the Graduate Admissions deadlines stated below. Summer/Fall 2009 Deadlines: March 1, 2009 May 1, 2009 July 15, 2009 Intersession/Spring 2010 Deadlines: October 1, 2009 December 1, 2009 Completed scholarship application materials must be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to: Department of Learning and Teaching Attn: Scholarships School of Leadership and Education Sciences University of San Diego 5998 Alcalรก Park San Diego, CA 92110 (619) 260-5938
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