Students
The George and Ellen Jane Petrie Scholarship was established by the Petrie family in honor of their parents. Both George and Ellen Jane were educators - George taught high school music in the Blue Springs and Raytown School Districts, and Music Therapy at UMKC after earning his PhD in Education; Ellen Jane taught business in the Hickman Mills and Raytown School Districts. Both cared deeply for their students and understood that it takes a resilient, passionate, and empathetic person to become a teacher. This scholarship has been established to support and encourage just this type of future educator.
Eligibility:
- Must be pursuing an undergraduate degree in elementary or secondary education at UCM, UMKC, or Truman State;
- Must have earned at least 24 college credit hours at the time of application;
- Must have a cumulative college GPA of 2.5 or above;
- Preference may be given to graduates of Blue Springs, Raytown, or Hickman Mills high schools.
Amount:
Up to $1,000 per academic year.
Renewable:
Applicants can receive this scholarship multiple years in a row, but a full application must be submitted each year to be eligible.
Deadline:
The General Application will be opened December 2 and will be due (including any additional requirements for scholarships you may be matched with) February 14.
Requirements:
- Transcripts showing grades from Fall Semester 2024. Any applications submitted with transcripts omitting Fall Semester 2024 will not be considered.
- A typed essay of approximately 500 words elaborating on your personal qualities, goals for the future and why you are pursuing a career in education.
- A reference letter from a current faculty member, advisor or activity sponsor.
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