TEACH FORWARD

The Kim Wessling Martino Scholarship for Advancing Women in Education

A Program of the Kim Wessling and Peter J. Martino Jr. Legacy Fund

Inspiring the next generation of teachers.

Accepting applications now through March 1, 2027 for the 2027-2028 academic year.

  • $1,500-$2,500

  • Applicants must:

    • Be a resident of Suffolk County, Massachusetts

    • Have a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher

    • Attend or have been accepted to attend a 4-year university, community college, or master’s degree program

    • Be pursuing a degree in education (or a related field)

    • Submit an application by the deadline of March 1, 2027

  • Scholarship recipients are selected on the basis of:

    • Passion for teaching, with preference given to students particularly focused on primary school

    • Enthusiasm about STEM learning

    • Dedication to equity for women and girls

    • Academic performance

    • Demonstrated leadership and participation in school

  • Applicants must submit:

    • A one-page career statement describing why you plan to pursue a career in education and how you define "success" when you think about your future career in teaching. Feel free to discuss inspiration from teachers you have had throughout your education.

    • A one-paragraph response to what this quote means to you and how it relates to your vision as a teacher: “Develop a passion for learning. If you do, you will never cease to grow” - Anthony D’Angelo

    Optional responses:

    • A short response describing how you champion equity for women and girls.

    • A short description of your field of interest/subject you wish to teach.

  • All applicants will be notified of their status by April 1, 2027.

    Communication will occur through the email address/mobile number applicants provide in their applications. Not all applicants to the program will be selected as scholarship recipients.

    Awards will be made payable to the institution for the student.