A.A.A.E.Y.C. Scholarship Information

Winter/Spring 2008

There are currently three scholarships available, all one-time gifts of $500 each: The Marilyn Riley Parks Scholarship, The Rogalinda McDonald Scholarship, and The A.A.A.E.Y.C. scholarship. These scholarships are made available through generous contributions from individuals, local businesses, corporations, and educational institutions, and the income generated from the Health and Safety trainings.

Download the application here (MS Word)

The Marilyn Riley Parks Scholarship ($500)

The Marilyn Riley Parks Memorial Scholarship was established in honor and recognition of Marilyn for her life-long achievements as an educator, a nurturer, a colleague and a friend to the past and present members of Akron Area A.E.Y.C., and to the children and families in the Greater Akron area. This is an annual scholarship made available to students pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in early childhood education. Preference for the award will be granted to an individual specifically planning to teach Kindergarten.

The Rogalinda McDonald Scholarship ($500, plus a one-year comprehensive membership)

Rogalinda McDonald Memorial Scholarship was established in honor and recognition of Rogalinda who served the field early care and education as a child care licensing supervisor with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, Canton District Office. Rogalinda was dedicated to enhancing quality of care for children in childcare environments. She was a strong supporter of the Child Development Associate Credential (CDA), a nationally recognized entry-level early childhood credential available through the Council for Professional Recognition in Washington, D.C. This is an annual scholarship made available to currently employed child care center staff or family child care providers pursuing their CDA or CDA renewal.

The A.A.A.E.Y.C.  Scholarship ($500)

The Akron Area AEYC Scholarship was created to support early care and education providers seeking a two or four year degree in Early Childhood. This is an annual scholarship made available to individuals pursuing a two year degree or higher in child development. 

To Apply

To apply for any of these scholarships, you must adhere to the following guidelines:

1. Complete the application in its entirety. Answers to questions must reflect upper level thinking and demonstrate professionalism and insight on the part of the applicant.

2. Attach the following documents:  (a) copy of your transcript, (b) one letter of recommendation from an instructor, employer, mentor, etc. (c) proof of enrollment in college or CDA classes.

3. Your application must be received no later than March 12, 2007 to Linda Herold at 2690 Maplewood St., Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221. 

4. Scholarship winners will be required to attend a dinner on April 26, 2007 sponsored by A.A.A.E.Y.C. to be recognized.

5. The check will be made payable directly to the college, university or training program. All questions may be directed to Linda Herold, President of the Board for the A.A.A.E.Y.C. at (330) 923-5371.

6. Incomplete applications will not be read or reviewed.

Download the application here (MS Word)