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The Bozeman School District and Bozeman Schools Foundation jointly announced the launch of a new initiative, the TEACH Bozeman Scholarship Program, for local students who wish to become teachers. The program’s goal is to retain a strong, committed workforce of locally rooted educators.
The program will award two or more renewable scholarships each year to graduates of Bozeman high schools who intend to pursue a degree in education and return to teach in Bozeman School District schools. Each award is worth $5,000 per year for four consecutive years, according to a press release from Bozeman Schools Foundation.
“The TEACH Bozeman Pathway Program is opening doors for local students who dream of becoming educators,” stated Karl Schwartz, career outreach coordinator for Bozeman Public Schools. “By partnering with the Bozeman Schools Foundation on multi-year scholarships, we’re investing in students’ futures and growing the next generation of teachers right here at home.”
The Bozeman Schools Foundation will oversee applications and awards. The foundation will also convene and connect with scholarship recipients throughout their education.
“Recognizing current students with a passion and commitment for the teaching profession with these multi-year scholarships sends a strong message about how much we value public education in Bozeman,” stated Paige Wyatt, chair of the foundation.
