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D1 Scholarship Information for HS Seniors

2/6/2024

Please see the attached information about PMEA District 1 Scholarships for current HS seniors. Applications are due April 1. Here are the quick details:

The Scholarship Committee has developed the following criteria for awarding three music scholarships to students in PMEA District 1:

1. Each award will be $1,000.00.
2. Three scholarships will be awarded each year; one in strings, one in wind/percussion and one in vocal music.
3. The award will be based on music achievement and academic excellence.

Candidate Criteria:
1. All applicants must have definite plans for a career in music education or music-related field.
2. All applicants must currently be a senior in a PMEA District 1 High School.
3. All applicants must have participated and/or qualified in a PMEA District 1 Music Festival during their senior year.

Please contact Lucas Beaver ([email protected]) with any questions.

Scholarship Flyer

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PMEA District 1 Mini-Grant

2/2/2024

PMEA District 1 Mini-Grant

Each year, the PMEA District 1 Executive Committee discusses the ways in which we can best support our members. It is our hope that the continuation of our mini-grant program will aid our members to reimagine our music offerings and give authentic musical experiences to their students.

Purpose
To provide grants to qualifying PMEA District 1 members who require funding for professional development, resources, equipment, or creative projects which will enhance music instruction, student learning and forward the mission of PMEA.
Requirements

Applicant must be a current active PMEA member.
PMEA District 1 members may submit grant applications in more than one area, but may only be awarded one grant per year.
Grants will not be awarded to the same applicant in consecutive years.
Applicant must complete the application form. No incomplete forms will be considered. If the member is applying for multiple grants, separate applications must be completed for each request.

Funding

Two (2) grants of up to $500 will be awarded in each of the following areas - general music, vocal, orchestra, and band.
The PMEA District 1 Executive Committee reserves the right to not provide the maximum amount of grants in any area where applications are not deemed qualified.
Applications of less than $500 are also welcome, as applicants are asked not to request more funding than is required.
Grant funding must be paid to an entity such as a school district or a booster organization, as specified by the applicant. Funds cannot be paid to an individual.

Rubric, on a scale of 35 total points

Impact on Students - 10 points
- Potential to profoundly impact the learning of a significant number of students (grade level or schoolwide)
Innovation and Creativity - 5 points
- Idea distinguishes itself from others. It is original, innovative and creative. Demonstrates a new way of thinking and meets a current or emerging need within a school or district. Enriches the learning experience of students.
Project Description - 5 points
- Project description is clear with specific and thoughtful proposed outcomes.
Evaluation of the Project - 5 points
- There is a detailed and clearly defined and outlined plan for evaluating the success of the grant.
Budget - 5 points
- Budget outlines in detail how the money will be spent including where funds are going, prices, quantity of materials purchased, titles of specific materials and shipping.
Cost Effective - 5 points
- This grant seems like a good financial investment. Excellent benefit for cost.

Application
The application for the PMEA District 1 Mini-Grant can be completed by clicking on this link PMEA District 1 Mini-Grant Application
docs.google.com/forms/d/1rYON54QtSPzfmLPCrxaFNsqSII0AIqoN_tYbmvyHuaA

The application window opens on January 31, 2024, and closes on April 1, 2024. If you have any questions, contact Aaron Booz, PMEA District 1 Curriculum & Instruction Representative at [email protected].

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