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Montessori Schools of Massachusetts, as part of its commitment to member schools, has established a scholarship program to promote the training of Montessori teachers. MSM will offer a minimum of two scholarships of $1000.00 each yearly, the amount of each award to be determined by financial need. If MSM finances allow for a larger Scholarship Fund, the number of scholarships may be expanded. These scholarships will be awarded to applicants who are working at MSM schools, who are entering training and are demonstrating both a commitment to Montessori education and a need for financial aid *. Financial Aid will be paid directly to the training program in which the recipient is enrolled. Applicants must be enrolled in MACTE affiliated training program.

All paperwork should be submitted to Susan Swift.
All paperwork must be submitted by April 15, 2010.

Applicants will not be considered if paperwork is not received by this date)

All applicants will be notified by May 15, 2010.

Information needed:

• Completed application form (Download the Application)
• Personal Statement:
  
  Applicant should submit a personal statement explaining why a MSM scholarship should be granted. Include in this statement:
  1. Why you need the scholarship
  2. Why you want to be a Montessori teacher
  3. How long you have been in education
  4. Why you are taking training now
  5. Educational philosophy
  
  
• 2009 Federal Tax Form, signed and dated
  
• Recommendation from your Head of School
  
  This recommendation should include why your Head of School believes you should be considered for this scholarship and what she/he believes are your strengths and will be your contribution to Montessori. Head of School recommendation should be sent directly to Susan Swift.
  
  
• Resume
  

* Scholarships will be given to students in financial need. Eligibility includes new students, students who are entering their second year of training, and students who are training for a different level. Scholarships can be renewed for students who are in a two-year training program