Columbine Memorial Scholarship – Teachers

Columbine Memorial Scholarship for teachers supports engaged Jefferson County School District teachers who have made a positive impact in their school and/or larger community.

Eligibility

• Currently working as a teacher or school professional at a public high school in the Jefferson County School District
• Planning to register for coursework that will further his or her career in education or toward recertification
• Intending to register for coursework during the upcoming summer through next summer

Selection criteria

Applications will be reviewed based on:

• Reference(s)
• Essay response(s)
• Community engagement and leadership
• Academic performances
• Financial Need

Award details

• Scholarship Range: $3,500
• Typical Number of Awards: 1
• This is a one-time award. However, past recipients and applicants are encouraged to reapply each year in a competitive process. Previous recipients are not guaranteed an award upon re-application.
• Award amounts may be used toward the recipient’s tuition, fees, or required books and supplies
• All scholarships will be paid directly to a recipient’s post-secondary institution. Award disbursement is contingent upon the outside scholarship policies of a recipient’s post-secondary institution
• Award must be used for the upcoming academic year
• Applicants can be enrolled in undergraduate- or graduate-level work and do not need to be pursuing a degree

How to apply 

1. Read through the eligibility criteria above to confirm you meet the requirements for this scholarship
2. Log into the TDF Scholarship Manager and apply for Columbine Memorial Scholarship – Teachers 2026
3. Prepare and submit the following items:
   1. Resume
   2. One academic or community recommendation
   3. Response to the following prompt(s):
      1. What do you consider to be the three most important things you have accomplished in your school or community? Why? (3,500 characters or approximately 600 words)
      2. What drew you to teaching/education? What coursework are you pursuing to further your career? (3,500 characters or approximately 600 words)