Triangle Communications recognizes that recruiting and retaining good, quality educators in rural schools is a significant problem in Montana. To help address the issue, Triangle is excited to provide this opportunity for teachers. Our Teacher Appreciation Program awards educators funds that can be used for items or expenses that are the biggest priority for the awardee.
Award Amounts:
1st Place - $2,500
2nd Place - $2,000
3rd Place - $1,000
Additional $1,000 awards may be made each year depending on applications received.
Teacher Appreciation Program Requirements:
- Teach in a B or smaller school district
- Teacher does not have to be a member or member-dependent
- Teach in a school district served by Triangle Communications
Application Requirements:
- Letter of Interest
- Introduce yourself and your area of study
- Explain what influenced your decision to become a teacher
- Convey why you currently teach or want to teach in a rural community
- Include:
- Any other qualifications or interests that you think we should know about you.
- Positions of leadership
- Previous awards received
- Participation in group activities
- Community Service.
- Explain how the scholarship would encourage you to stay in your rural community for the coming years
- Letter of Recommendation
Additional Information:
Awards will be paid out in August after confirmation of teaching from B, C or smaller school administrator in our service area.
Triangle Communications finalist will be submitted to Montana Telecommunications Association for the Rural Education Teacher Scholarship.
Applications Must be Received by 3/1
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