Are you interested in attending college in Fall 2021? The Teacher Education and Compensation Helps (T.E.A.C.H) Scholarship application period is now open!
T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship
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- Pays for a percentage of the cost of tuition and books.
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- Provides a travel stipend each semester.
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- Reimburses child care centers for a percentage of the release time given.
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- Provides counseling and administrative support for the child care program.
Eligibility
To be eligible, applicants must:
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- work a minimum of 25 – 30 hours per week directly with children in a DHS-certified child care program,
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- make $19 or less an hour ($25 or less per hour for directors), and
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- be interested in pursuing coursework at a participating college toward a degree or credential in early childhood.
For a full list of eligibility requirements, visit the PACCA website.
How to Get Started
Begin the college admissions process now to ensure you are accepted and can register for courses if/when you receive a scholarship. Applicants should also contact an Early Childhood Education (ECE) Advisor at their intended college/university as well.
To request the contact information of an Advisor, contact a T.E.A.C.H. Counselor at 717.657.9000.
Submit an Application
To download a scholarship application, visit the PACCA website. Once you complete the application, send it to PACCA through one of the following submission methods:
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- Email: teachinfo@pacca.org
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- Fax: 717.657.095
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- Mail: 20 Erford Road, Suite 302, Lemoyne, PA 17043
To be considered for the Fall 2021 semester, applications must be submitted by July 9, 2021.
Ask a Question
For questions about scholarship eligibility or requirements, contact a T.E.A.C.H. Counselor at 717.657.9000. For more information, view the brochure.
