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Application & Criteria:
The Nebraska Association of Teachers of Science (NATS) is pleased to offer two $500 scholarships to support pre-service science teachers in their educational pursuits. This scholarship aligns with our mission of "Enhancing Science Education for All Nebraskans."
Eligibility Criteria
1. Applicants must be enrolled in a post-secondary educational program in Nebraska, pursuing a degree in science education and student teaching in the upcoming calendar year (Spring or Fall 2025)
2. Candidates should be in good academic standing with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
3. Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to K-12 science education with an intent to teach in Nebraska upon graduation.
Scholarship Recipients from 2024:
Yi Sheng Liong of UNL
"My goal as a teacher is to foster a learning environment where students can explore and question, developing a sense of curiosity and confidence in their abilities. I believe in moving beyond rote memorization, encouraging students to see science as a powerful tool for understanding the world."
Colin Jones of UNL
"As a science teacher, I will strive to equip students with the tools necessary to effectively experiment and learn. In the age of Google and ChatGPT, anyone can find the correct information, but who can articulate their understanding, or design an experiment to learn more about a multi-faceted problem? This highlights the need for inquiry, not recall, to be the foundation of the modern science classroom. I have two overarching goals for my classroom."
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