(Established 1993 – Revised August 2020)
Scholarships are available annually from California State PTA to be used for continuing education at accredited colleges, universities, trade or technical schools. These scholarships recognize volunteer service in PTA and enable PTA volunteers to continue their education. The scholarships may be utilized during the period January 1 to December 31.
Application: The application is online. Applications and reference forms with letters must be received by October 15.
Qualifications: Applicant must have given three years’ volunteer service to PTA/PTSA and must hold current membership in a PTA/PTSA unit in good standing.
Selection: Recipients are selected by the California State PTA Scholarships and Grants Committee. Continuing volunteer service in PTA/PTSA is a major criterion in the selection of scholarship recipients. Upon proof of enrollment, a check for the scholarship is sent to the recipient, usually in December or January.
