YMCA scholarship for college students currently enrolled in Vermont. This scholarship is for students with leadership qualities, financial need, career goals. The application form must be completed and a resume submitted. Applicants will also need two letters from recommendation. The applicant must be a senior in high school or GED and show leadership qualities and a desire to pursue a career in the community. Scholarship recipients are selected by a lottery from a pool of qualified applicants. A scholarship recipient may also be eligible for continuing support, even if they are not granted a scholarship after one-year.
The YMCA offers several scholarships to students who plan to attend college in Vermont. There are three scholarships available to students who plan to study business, education, or public service. These scholarships range in value from $500 to $1500. Applications must include two letters of reference and a completed application. The essay should describe the applicant's career goals and explain how the scholarship will benefit the community. Your essay can be about your interests, hobbies, and future plans. If selected, scholarship recipients will be recognized at a spring awards banquet.
Maine College Promise applicants must be Maine residents and intend to attend a 4-year college in Maine. Students must also meet federal financial aid criteria to be considered independent students. They also need to meet the requirements for first generation college students. This award is only available to students with a 2.5 grade-point average or better. This award is also available to adult learners who plan to attend a two-year college. The funds go directly to the college or university of the recipient.
Candidates must submit an application along with two references. They also have to submit a letter from a supervisor or faculty member recommending them. The applicant must also have a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate leadership abilities. Additionally, recipients of scholarship must engage in community service as well as enroll full-time at Vermont colleges and universities.
Students who plan to enroll in a business-related program at a college or university within the state are eligible for the Maine Business Scholarship. The stipend is $1,500 and is awarded to students pursuing a two-year or four-year degree in business. Additionally, applicants must show financial need and be pursuing a degree either in business, food service technology, construction management or natural resource conservation.
The application must be submitted along with an essay outlining the challenges facing Maine. An essay could include interests, career goals, hobbies, and future plans. Candidates may also be required to attend workshops in addition to submitting a formal application. They may also be interviewed. They are chosen based upon academic excellence, professional activities, leadership skills, and other criteria. This award may be renewed for one year after the first award, depending on the applicant's performance and needs.
FAQ
What are the types of early child education?
There are many ways to describe early childhood education. Here are some of the most commonly used ones:
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Preschool - Children ages 2 to 5
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PreKindergarten: Children 4-6 years old
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Head Start/ Headstart for children ages 0-3
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Day Care/ Daycares- Children aged 0-5
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Child Care Centers: Children from 0-18
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Family Child Care for Children Ages 0-12
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Homeschooling – Children from KG up to 16
How much does a teacher make in early-childhood education? (earning potential)
The average salary for a teacher in early childhood is $45,000 per year.
However, there are some areas where salaries are generally higher than average. For example, teachers who work in large urban districts often earn more than those working in rural schools.
Salaries depend also on factors like the size of a district and whether a teacher has a master’s or doctorate.
Because they lack experience, teachers often make less than other college graduates. But their earnings can rise significantly over time.
How can I get scholarships?
Scholarships are grants awarded to help pay for college expenses. There are many types to choose from. These scholarships include:
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Federal Grants
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State Grants
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Student Loans
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Work Study Programs
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Financial Aid
Federal grants come directly from the U.S. government. Federal grants generally require that applicants meet certain criteria. To demonstrate financial need, applicants must meet certain requirements.
State grants are offered by individual states. These funds are offered by individual states based on financial need. Others offer money for specific purposes.
Banks and other lending agencies can provide student loans. Students usually borrow money to cover tuition and living costs.
Employers are encouraged to employ qualified students through work-study programs. Employers are required to pay employees at least minimum wage.
Financial aid covers the majority or all of the tuition costs for low-income families.
Statistics
- Think of the rhetorical power of nineteenth-century abolitionist Harriet Beecher Stowe, Martin Luther King, Jr., or Occupy Wall Street activists with their rallying cry of “we are the 99 percent.” (bostonreview.net)
- These institutions can vary according to different contexts.[83] (en.wikipedia.org)
- They are more likely to graduate high school (25%) and finish college (116%). (habitatbroward.org)
- Among STEM majors, that number is 83.5 percent. (bostonreview.net)
- In most developed countries, a high proportion of the population (up to 50%) now enters higher education at some time in their lives. (en.wikipedia.org)
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Why homeschool?
There are many things to take into consideration when making the decision to homeschool your child or send him to school.
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Which type of education do YOU want for your child's future? Are you looking for academic excellence or social skills development?
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What degree of involvement would you prefer to have in your child’s education. Do you prefer to keep informed about the activities of your child? Or would you rather let him/her make decisions on his/her own?
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Do you have any special needs for your child? If so, how will you address those needs?
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Will you be able to manage your child's schedule? Will you be able to teach your child every day at home?
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What topics will you cover? Math, science, language arts, art, music, history, geography, etc. ?
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What amount of money are you able to spend on your child's education?
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Is your child old enough?
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You will need to find somewhere to place your child. This includes finding a space large enough for a classroom, as well as providing adequate facilities such as bathrooms and kitchens.
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What is your child's age?
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When does your child go down to sleep?
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When does he/she wake-up?
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How long does it take for you to get from A to B?
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How far away is your child's school?
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How far is your home from your child's school?
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How do you get your child to school?
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What are the benefits of homeschooling?
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What are the drawbacks?
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Who will look after your child outside?
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What are your expectations of your child?
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Which type of discipline would you prefer?
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What curriculum will your school use?
There are many reasons why people decide to homeschool their children. Some of these reasons are:
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Your child has learning difficulties that prevent him/her to attend traditional schools.
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You want to provide an alternative form of education for your child.
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You desire more flexibility in scheduling.
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You want to avoid paying high tuition fees.
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Your child is receiving an education of a higher quality than the one he/she could get in a traditional school.
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You believe you are better at teaching your child than a teacher in traditional schools.
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You don’t like the way that schools work.
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You are uncomfortable with the rules and regulations in the school system.
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You want your child's work ethic to be strong.
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You want the freedom to choose which courses your child takes.
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You want to give your child individual attention.
Another benefit of homeschooling is:
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You don't need to worry about supplies, uniforms, books or pencils.
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You have the option to customize your child’s education according their interests.
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Parents can homeschool their children and spend time with them.
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Students who have been homeschooled learn better because they're not distracted by peers.
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Homeschoolers score higher on standardized exams.
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Homeschool families tend be happier overall.
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Homeschool students are less likely to drop out of school.