ELAINE L. LEACH SCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN INEDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Elaine L. Leach, retired professor at SCSU, taught in the field of educational leadership and administration with a long, distinguished career in educational administration. She established this scholarship to support women in this field who need financial assistance for their educational pursuits and career development.
Who is Qualified?
- Graduate female students who have been admitted and enrolled into the graduate program of Educational Administration and Leadership
- Plan to establish or continue their careers as educational leaders in rural Minnesota school districts
- Have at least three years’ experience as classroom teachers
- Have well-developed plans for their academic goals toward leadership in rural Minnesota. Preference will be given to teachers, principals, superintendents or others aspiring to leadership positions.
It is recommended that each applicant submit two letters of recommendation and a letter describing how the scholarship will help her attain her career goals; her plans for the future; how her education will enhance her contribution to her community; a summary of her financial circumstances; and a statement of her special needs.
This award may be renewed for an additional year at the discretion of the Women’s Center if funds are available. To be considered for a second award, the student must reapply and be making satisfactory progress toward a degree, with an overall GPA of at least 3.0.
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