Empowering Colorado's Early Childhood Educators with Scholarships

This program helped me to continue with my education and my professional career. It would not have been possible to have been able to pay tuition in today’s challenging economy. I am very grateful to have been able to have the opportunity to participate in …

I had the opportunity to apply for the TEACH scholarship and I will forever be grateful for the opportunity of being part of TEACH . It allowed me to be the first person in my family to attend community college for the first time. Not …

This program has been a blessing in my life! I was able to focus on school without the pressure of how to pay for school. Having the contract with TEACH and my center was also helped because I was able to cash in hours to …

It would be impossible for a non-English speaking immigrant to pursue a bachelor’s degree without the support of the TEACH scholarship. With the economic and collaborative support of the staff helping me in my journey, I was able to graduate with a GPA of 4 …

The TEACH scholarship allowed me to become Director Qualified. I am a single mom on a tight budget. I would never have been able to extend my education and become Director Qualified if it were not for TEACH. I thank you for allowing me to …

Having this scholarship was the greatest thing to ever happen to me. I have applied for thousands of scholarships and was super excited when I found out I got this scholarship. Working with TEACH staff, they are super helpful and the scholarship has helped me …

I am so thankful for the TEACH Scholarship! They were able to help me reach my goals of getting my Colorado teaching license in Early Childhood Special Education. College programs are so expensive and TEACH helped me reach my dreams without having to be in …

The TEACH scholarship allowed me to take the classes I need to receive my director certification and move up in my role in the classroom! – Gracie, TEACH Scholar

Thank you again for giving me the opportunity to further my education. Without this scholarship I probably would not have returned to school and would not be working towards my teacher certification. Thank You! – Tami, TEACH Scholar

​In 2016, I started attending Adams State University to complete my BA degree in Education. After my first year, I had already starting accumulating student loan debt. Even though I applied for grants, I never knew if I would be awarded enough to cover my …

My name is Alejandro. I am currently working as a Paraprofessional at Stedman Elementary School and the TEACH Scholarship has been an incredible support for my career. It has allowed me to be in the ECE undergraduate program at Community College of Aurora, and in …

The TEACH Scholarship allowed me the opportunity to explore my early childhood career path and discover my passion for leadership and advocacy. After earning my Associate degree from Community College of Aurora, I decided to finish up the remaining classes needed for my Director Certificate. …

The TEACH Scholarship has done so much for me, opening my mind to new things. By being able to go to school and to gain the knowledge I need to become a better teacher, not just for myself but for the children that are in …

I am Martha Rodriguez. My family and I are from Ciudad Juarez, Chihuahua. We moved to the United States 28 years ago. I came to the United States when I was 8 years old. I had to learn to adjust to a new country, but …

Early childhood professionals are vital and invaluable to our state’s economy. We provide the care that other industries depend upon so that their workforce can do their jobs. Research also demonstrates that children have the best outcomes when their teachers have college classes, certificates and …

“My tenure in the industry of Early Education has a track record of 14 years and counting. My goal has always been to create a business model that supports school readiness and job creation. As the complexities of early education increases, so does the need …

“This is just a note to let you know how much I appreciate your financial support and your time as I worked towards my Associate’s and Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. You and your team members helped me meet and complete my dreams of …

“I would like to share my journey in the ECE field, and how the TEACH . Scholarship helped me achieve my degree. I was a stay-at-home mother when I was approached by a director friend. She asked if I would be willing to work as …

“I would not have even thought about starting this process without having a TEACH scholarship. I had thought about going back to college and completing ECE classes several years ago when my friend was doing it, but thought it wasn’t really necessary for my current …

“I am very grateful for having known about TEACH and for having worked with such an amazing crew, and for having so much help from you, especially someone who is so present and knowledgeable when it comes to guiding me with applications, and all I …

“I want to thank you and this scholarship for really helping me out. With having only one income in my household it was really tough for me to even think about going back to school, because I’m still paying on my other student loans and …

“Because of TEACH, I was able to go back to school and finish my education without going into further debt. With the help of TEACH, I am able to finish my education in order to better help provide for my family. I am grateful to …

“I had a great semester and completed my ECE Teaching certification! I am thankful for the opportunity and skills I have acquired to provide great educational and developmental experiences for the children I influence each day.” – Darian F, TEACH Scholar

“TEACH has helped me with financial assistance and motivation. This is a necessity for many college students, particularly in my case I am paying for some classes out of pocket and need that help. In addition, the motivation has kept me going, as well as, …

“Applying for the TEACH scholarship is well worth the time and effort. The TEACH staff are very supportive and caring. They are always available to answer questions and will help you succeed. I always wanted to get my Director’s Qualification to better myself professionally, but …

“It is with a grateful heart that I write about the meaning of the TEACH scholarship program to me. My appreciation of this program is two fold. Personally, I have been awarded the TEACH scholarship over many years. I cannot even remember when the first …

“I realized being with children was my passion. It gave me a reason to get out of bed again, a reason to smile and took the focus off my grief… Last fall my husband was diagnosed with lung cancer (nonsmoker) and the same week I …

“In 2016, I started attending Adams State University to complete my BA degree in Education. After my first year, I had already starting accumulating student loan debt. Even though I applied for grants, I never knew if I would be awarded enough to cover my …

“I contacted the TEACH program to help me pursue an Associate of Science degree in Early Childhood Education and further expand on the knowledge gained when I earned my CDA. Not only did I achieve that goal, but I also went on to achieve a …

“Working in the ECE field was never part of my plan. The opportunity for a job as a lead teacher at my center kind of fell into my lap. And I fell in love. After two years, I finally began taking classes to obtain an …

“If it weren’t for the TEACH Scholarship and leadership I have gotten from Shannon Hall, I would not be getting my Bachelor’s degree starting this fall. The TEACH Scholarship has truly been a blessing in my life, and I am thankful everyday that I have …

“This scholarship has been such a blessing to my life because I don’t know how I was going to pay for the rest of my schooling being that my financial aid was getting ready to run out. The TEACH scholarship made me push harder on …

“I want to shine light on the TEACH program and sing their praises to all that helped me succeed in my education. I am so happy that I found out about the TEACH Program because this program has allowed me to obtain my Director License. …

“Thank you so much for providing this scholarship. It is a great help to people that want to further their career, and we need qualified professionals. Several co-workers have asked me about the program and I have nothing but positive things to say.” – Leann, …

"The TEACH scholarship has provided me with an opportunity to finish my Bachelor’s degree even as a new father. If I had not been selected for this scholarship I do not know if I would have had the resources to continue to the end. I …

“I am Brittany Anderson and I’m a TEACH scholarship recipient! I am so thankful for this scholarship program because I was able to become Lead Qualified and get my Directors Certificate through Pikes Peak Community College with this scholarship! I would have not been able …

“Our TEACH Recipient is becoming a stronger Early Childhood Paraprofessional and the TEACH Scholarship is helping her become a well-prepared teacher. This is a great opportunity for her to gain the education necessary to become a fully certified teacher!” – Denver Public Schools, TEACH Sponsor

“Our TEACH Recipient feels more confident in teaching after completing the TEACH Scholarship Program. This is shown in her leadership in the classroom and her ability to guide new teachers in the program.” – Granby Play Days

“Both of our schools have greatly benefited from the TEACH Scholarship. It is a valuable scholarship program that enables early childhood educators to stay in the field while advancing their career. As an employer, it has been beneficial to have the TEACH partnership. It has …

“Working in the ECE field was never part of my plan. I have a B.A. in Psychology and I was going to get my M.A in Counseling. The opportunity for a job as a lead teacher at my center kind of fell into my lap. …

“The TEACH Scholarship has been the key to my success as a college student. With it, I have been able to achieve a grade point average that will qualify me to graduate Magna cum Laude along with maintaining my focus on my academics versus the …

“Thanks for giving me the opportunity to work and also fulfill my necessary coursework at the same time. Everyone at T.E.A.C.H. has been so supportive and my employer and supervisor have been incredible as well. Thank you again for reaching out to the rural areas …

“Three years ago, I would have said the field of ECE is very limited and as a seasoned teacher I was ready to jump ship- completely leave the industry. I struggled long and hard with this as many years prior I felt it was my …