Issue link: http://educator.cta.org/i/1505501
Teacher-driven and Strength-based Through special programs, research, conferences, networking, the mobilization of teachers, and community-based coalitions, CTA's Institute for Teaching (IFT) seeks to advance public education and promote the common good of our students and communities. The IFT Board knows that school change must include two key factors: It needs to be teacher-driven, and it should be based on what is working and successful in our schools and classrooms. Innovation Grants One of the ways IFT helps struggling students and schools is by awarding innovation grants directly to CTA members and local chapters. To date, CTA members have funded 569 grant projects totaling more than $6.7 million. All CTA members are eligible to apply for an Educator grant (up to $5,000) or an Impact grant (up to $20,000). To learn more about everything IFT does and the grants offered, go to cta.org/IFT. 1. Scholarships up to $5,000 for dependent children of members. 2. Scholarships up to $3,000 for members. FUNDING FOR INNOVATION Visit cta.org/scholarships for more. M E M B E R S H I P M A N U A L 9 M u s i c i a n s a t P l a y LGBTQ+ Safety in Schools Grant & Scholarship Program in Honor of Guy DeRosa Grants up to $2,500 to support groups, projects and presentations that promote understanding of and respect for LGBTQ+ persons; scholarships up to $2,500 for self- described LGBTQ+ members pursuing careers in public education. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarships up to $6,000 for members and dependents to encourage students of color to become educators, school nurses, school counselors or school therapists. Scholarships & Awards Looking to continue your education or need financial assistance sending your child to college? Have you or a colleague made a positive impact on public education or on human and civil rights? If so, CTA can help and wants to recognize you. CTA provides grants and awards to educators and members of the community who promote quality public education and impact their students and community. Here's a sampling. CTA scholarships for members and dependents, including: César E. Chávez and Dolores Huerta Education Awards Program DeRosa Awards up to $550 for both sponsoring educators and students who demonstrate an understanding of the vision and principles of César Chávez and Dolores Huerta with an essay or visual art project.