Greater Louisville Alliance of Black School Educators

Greater Louisville Alliance of Black School Educators P.O. Box 37348 Louisville, Kentucky 40233-7348

April 1, 2015

Dear Counselors/Community Partners:

The Greater Louisville Alliance of Black School Educators (GLABSE) is offering several scholarship opportunities for students who will graduate this spring. Over the last nineteen years, GLABSE has awarded scholarships totaling over $400,000.00 to deserving students. The 2015 GLABSE package includes scholarships in names of the following JCPS and University of Louisville personnel: Montest L. Eaves, Jr., Dr. Joseph Atkins, Diane Porter, and Dr. Bernard Hamilton.

In collaboration with our university partners, we are able to offer the Minority Educator Recruitment and Retention (MERR) scholarships to the following schools: Eastern Kentucky University, Kentucky State University, Morehead State University, Murray State University, Northern Kentucky University, University of Kentucky, University of Louisville and Western Kentucky University.

Students applying for the MERR scholarships must meet the university’s criteria for the scholarship and must plan to major in education. These applications will be forwarded to staff at the university selected by the student. Final determination of the award will be made by the university, not GLABSE. MERR scholarships are usually in the amount of $2,500.00 per semester and are renewable for up to four years, as long as the student continues to major in education and maintains good academic standing with the university. These funds are administered by the university and are not GLABSE funds.

Please find the following documents in this packet:

1. 2015 GLABSE Scholarships 2. Parent/Student cover letter 3. Scholarship application 4. Essay guidelines

Please disseminate the enclosed materials to those students who may have an interest in applying for one of the scholarships. If you have questions, you can contact Dr. Allene Gold at [email protected], or Adrian Layne at [email protected] Additionally, you may send questions to the GLABSE office at the mailing address above.

Sincerely,

Dr. Allene White Gold Dr. John Huggins Adrian Layne 2015 GLABSE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Working in collaboration with several of our Kentucky universities, the Greater Louisville Alliance of Black School Educators is offering the following scholarships for students who will be graduating in the spring of 2015:

 Montest L. Eaves Scholarship $1500 School of the student’s choice 1-yr. non-renewable

 Dr. Joe Atkins Scholarship $1000 School of the student’s choice 1-yr. non-renewable

 Diane Porter $500 School of the student’s choice Scholarship 1-yr. non-renewable

 Dr. Bernard Hamilton $500 School of the student’s choice Scholarship 1-yr. non-renewable

Each of the following Minority Educator Recruitment and Retention (MERR) Scholarships provides $2500 per semester for tuition/books and is renewable for up to four years. Students applying for one of the MERR scholarships MUST plan to major in education at the respective school. These funds are administered by the university and are not GLABSE funds.

University Award Required GPA Required ACT/SAT EKU/MERR $5,000 per year Eastern KY University 4-yr., renewable each year (MUST major in education) 2.75 KSU/MERR $5,000 per year Kentucky State University 4-yr., renewable each year (MUST major in education) 2.75 MSU/MERR $5,000 per year Morehead State University 4-yr., renewable each year (MUST major in education) 2.75 21 MSU/MERR $5,000 per year Murray State University 4-yr., renewable each year (MUST major in education) 2.75 NKU/MERR $5,000 per year Northern KY University 4-yr., renewable each year (MUST major in education) 2.75 UK/MERR $5,000 per year University of Kentucky 4-yr., renewable each year (MUST major in education) 2.75 UL/MERR $5,000 per year University of Louisville 4-yr., renewable each year (MUST major in education) 2.75 21 WKU/MERR $5,000 per year Western KY University 4-yr., renewable each year (MUST major in education) 2.75 Greater Louisville Alliance of Black School Educators P.O. Box 37348 Louisville, Kentucky 40233-7348

Dear Parent/Student:

The Greater Louisville Alliance of Black School Educators (GLABSE) is offering several scholarship opportunities for students who will graduate this spring. Over the last thirteen years, GLABSE has awarded scholarships totaling over $400,000.00 to deserving students. The 2015 GLABSE scholarships honor the work and dedication of former JCPS and University of Louisville personnel by offering scholarships in their names. The honorees are Montest L. Eaves, Jr., Dr. Joseph Atkins, Diane Porter, and Dr. Bernard Hamilton

In collaboration with our university partners, students planning to pursue a major in education will have their information sent to the Minority Educator Recruitment and Retention (MERR) office at the state institution of their choice. These institutions are: Eastern Kentucky University, Kentucky State University, Morehead State University, Murray State University, Northern Kentucky University, University of Kentucky, University of Louisville and Western Kentucky University.

Students whose application information is considered for the MERR scholarships must meet the university’s criteria for the scholarship and must plan to major in education. These applications will be forwarded to staff at the university selected by the student. Final determination of the award will be made by the university, not GLABSE. MERR scholarships are usually in the amount of $2,500.00 per semester and are renewable for up to four years, as long as the student continues to major in education and maintains good academic standing with the university. MERR Scholarship funds are administered by the individual university and are not GLABSE funds.

Applicants must:  be a United States citizen;  reside in Jefferson County, Kentucky; and  be admitted to the college or university for which the scholarship is offered.

All returned applications MUST INCLUDE the following: 1. Completed scholarship application form 2. Official high school transcripts 3. Two letters of recommendation (one must be from a person familiar with applicant’s academic ability such as a counselor, teacher, etc.) Letters from relatives will not be accepted. 4. Essay stating need for the scholarship 5. Verification of acceptance from the college or university to which applicant plans to attend

Since this is a competitive process, please be sure to submit your best work; adhere to deadlines; and clearly express your need for the scholarship. If you have questions, you can contact Dr. Allene Gold at [email protected], or Adrian Layne at [email protected] Additionally, you may send questions to the GLABSE office at the mailing address above.

Sincerely,

Dr. Allene White Gold Dr. John Huggins Adrian Layne

ALL MATERIALS MUST BE SUBMITTED OR POSTMARKED BY APRIL 24, 2015 Applications will not be accepted after the deadline. APPLICANTS MAY BE GRANTED ONLY ONE SCHOLARSHIP Due by 4/24/2015 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Please type or print neatly.

Name ______School ______

Address ______

City ______State ______Zip ______

Telephone Number ______Social Security Number ______

Date of Birth ______Anticipated Date of Graduation ______

Grade Point Average (GPA) ______ACT/SAT Score ______

Parent/Guardian’s Name ______

Parent/Guardian’s Address ______Telephone Number ______

School activities in which you have participated______

______

What college/university do you plan to attend? ______

City ______State ______

What is your anticipated major? ______minor? ______

Have you applied to the college/university? YES _____ NO _____

Have you been accepted? YES _____ NO _____

Check the one (1) scholarship for which you are applying. You may apply for ONLY one (1) scholarship.

$1500 EAVES __ $1000 ATKINS __ $500 PORTER __ $500 HAMILTON __ EKU __ KSU __ Morehead SU __ Murray SU __ NKU __ UK __ UL __ WKU__

I verify that all of the information on this form is correct. I understand that scholarship recipients must make satisfactory academic progress and maintain enrollment status.

Student’s Signature ______Date ______

Return to: GLABSE Scholarships P.O. Box 37348 Louisville, Kentucky 40233-7348 Due by 4/24/2015

ESSAY GUIDELINES

Please describe your need for this scholarship. The essay should clearly outline why you should be chosen to receive this scholarship.

You must adhere to the following guidelines. The essay must be:  double-spaced;  typewritten; and  no more than one (1) page in length.

Remember to utilize the functions on your computer which allow you to check for correct spelling and grammar. It might also be helpful to have your parent(s), one of your teachers, a mentor, or a qualified peer proofread your essay before it is submitted. The essay must accompany the application packet.