The Judith and William Borten Scholarship is awarded annually to a deserving undergraduate student preparing for a career in secondary special education in the State of Maryland.
Purpose
In spite of key policy and legislative initiatives that address school to work transition for youth with disabilities, these youth continue to experience challenges as they prepare for postsecondary settings. Compounding this challenge is the nationwide shortage of special education teachers at the secondary level. Therefore, this Two Thousand Five Hundred Dollar ($2,500.00) scholarship is awarded annually by TransCen to a college student who is preparing for a career in secondary special education in Maryland.
TransCen is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving educational and employment outcomes for youth with disabilities. Through this scholarship we honor founding TransCen Board members, Judith and William Borten, for their advocacy, dedication, and contribution to improving postsecondary outcomes for youth with disabilities.
Eligibility
The Judith and William Borten Scholarship is awarded annually to an undergraduate student who meets the following criteria:
- Current enrollment as a full time student at an accredited Maryland college of university;
- Commitment to a special education major, with an emphasis on secondary level education;
- Attainment junior status and maintenance of at least a "B" average in major course; and
- Intent to teach in a Maryland public school upon graduation.
2009 Recipients:
Caiti Bawroski,
Towson UniversityMax Shapiro
University of Maryland, College Park2008 Recipient:
Megan DeClue
University of Maryland, College Park2007 Recipient:
Brielle Dana
University of Maryland, College Park2006 Recipient:
Brielle Dana
University of Maryland, College Park2004 Recipients:
Latoya Gayle
University of Maryland, College ParkLisa O'Brien
University of Maryland, College ParkRobin Shipp
University of Maryland, College Park2002-2003 Recipients:
Alyssa Witkin
Special Education Major
University of Maryland, College ParkShannon A. Ambush
Special Education Major
University of Maryland, College Park
Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following:
- A completed application form
- An essay, no more than five double spaced typed pages that addresses why the applicant is interested in secondary special education, what qualifies the applicant for consideration for the award, and what are the career aspirations of the applicant in the secondary special education field. Discussion can include a description of the types of people with whom the applicant expects to work, and the applicants expected impact and contribution to the field;
- A copy of current transcripts or grade reports that verify current enrollment and GPA;
- A letter of reference from at least one college instructor that speaks to the applicant’s qualifications for the scholarship award; and
- Any other evidence of qualifications such as relevant awards, honors, or recognition.
Complete application packets should be submitted to:
The Judith and William Borten Scholarship
c/o TransCen Inc.
451 Hungerford Drive, Suite 700
Rockville, MD 20850
Applications must be received by April 30th and award decisions will be made by May 15th. Applicants will be notified by mail. For additional information, please contact: Dr. Richard Luecking at 301-424-2002 (ext. 230).
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