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Jack Kinnaman Scholarship

This scholarship was created in memory of our NEA-Retired Vice President and former Advisory Council member Jack Kinnaman. He also represented NEA-Retired with NEA's Fund for Children and Public Education and held several other local, state, and national Association positions during his career.

He is most fondly remembered for wearing the "Cat in the Hat" costume during NEA's Read Across America events. He cared about students—especially ones who needed a helping hand financially. Jack's family wanted scholarships to go to these students.

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• Completed application form
• Up to 200 word essay describing your NEA Student Program activities on the local, state and/or national level
• A brief paragraph demonstrating your financial need and how this scholarship will help you complete your degree in education
• Two (2) letters of recommendations -- one from a faculty member or your NEA Student Program Advisor and one from someone who is not a relative
• A copy of the most recent transcript with evidence of a 2.5 or better grade point average

Print and submit a completed application by April 7.  The amount of this award varies.

Jack Kinnaman Scholarship Application