Deadline: April 30, 2026
The Equity in Education Scholarship fund awards multiple scholarships annually ranging from $1,500 to $7,000 to racially minoritized students (preference to African American students) who reside in Washington County, Md. or work in Washington County Public Schools, and are pursuing a degree in education or a related field. Scholarships are eligible for renewal until degree is obtained or maximum award reached. The goal of the scholarship is to remove financial barriers, offer support, and increase the number of racially diverse teachers in Washington County Public Schools.
Who is this for?
• High school graduates just accepted into college who want to teach in Washington County Public Schools
• Para-professionals or associate’s degree holders seeking a teaching certification.
• Anyone seeking a degree in education or a related field (i.e. teaching, school counseling, etc.)
Requirements:
- Applicants must be accepted into an associate’s or bachelor’s degree program and pursuing a degree in education or a related field or accepted into a Master of Arts in Teaching program; and
- Recipients must maintain employment as a substitute teacher or paraprofessional with Washington County Public Schools (certain exceptions may be considered); and
- Recipients will be assigned a mentor or mentoring team to support them during their scholarship period. Active communication with your mentor is required; and
- Maintain a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
