Phi Delta Kappa

PHI DELTA KAPPA East Ventura Charter Scholarship Application

The East Ventura Chapter of Phi Delta Kappa International will award three $500 scholarships to aspiring teachers in a credential program, and/or to currently credentialed teachers pursuing a graduate degree/additional credential in the Department of Education (e.g. Masters in Counseling Administration, etc.).

Eligibility * Persons who plan to enter the field of elementary, secondary, or higher education and are enrolled in a credential program - or - persons who currently hold a valid teaching credential program and are enrolled in a graduate degree-credential program * Limited to students attending California Lutheran University, Pepperdine University, or California State University, Northridge (Ventura extension), or California State University Channel Islands * Grade Point Average 3.0 or higher * School Community Activities and/ or Service * Primary residence or teaching within the East Ventura County-West Los Angeles County areas * Completed application, including supporting documentation

Name ______

Address ______Street City State Zip

Phone (h)______(w)______(fax) ______

E-mail ______

Education: List College(s) and dates of attendance:

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Cumulative GPA ______Activities/Awards/Honors/Community Service ______

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Employment History/Relevant Experience

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Include a one page statement in which you address the following:

* Why you are pursuing a career in education - or - an advanced degree and/or additional certification * What in your opinion are the personal and professional strengths needed in order to be an effective educator * What you believe to be the most press in issues facing California school in the next decade * How you will make a difference

Required documentation * Résumé * Current transcript * Two (2) current letters of recommendation from persons knowledgeable about your teaching ability and potential

Signature ______Date ______

APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2014

Please submit all materials to:

Linda Bowe, PDK Scholarship Chairperson 271 Lynn Oaks Avenue Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 805-376-8332 Cell 805-279-6491 [email protected]