Patrick T. Raven Conference Attendance Grants
Central States Conference Attendance Grants
The Patrick T. Raven Scholarship provides financial support to Central States conference attendees, particularly to first-time attendees who have five or fewer years of teaching experience.
This fund was established in 2018 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Central States Conference on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, which was founded in 1968. Originally named the 50th Anniversary Fund, in 2021 the Central States Board of Directors voted to rename the fund to honor Patrick Raven, who served as our Executive Director for 15 years. His dedication to professional development throughout his life has been instrumental in moving our profession forward.
Patrick T. Raven Conference Attendance Grant Criteria & Requirements
The Patrick T. Raven Scholarship provides financial assistance to teachers to support their attendance at the Central States conference. Recipients of the grants will be reimbursed up to $175.00 (Early Registration fee) . Deadline to apply is November 15.
Criteria
Applicants must reside or teach in a state that is a member of the Central States Advisory Council
A letter of recommendation from an administrator, colleague, or other stakeholder in support of the application and attendance at the conference is required
Priority will be given to applicants with five or fewer years of teaching experience
Priority will be given to first-time Central States attendees
Required
Personal Statement
A statement (500 words maximum) addressing your need for and reasons for applying for this grant. How would the grant facilitate your attendance at the Central States conference? What do you hope to gain or accomplish by attending the conference
Letter of Recommendation
A letter of recommendation from an administrator, department chair, colleague, or other stakeholder in support of your application and attendance at the Central States conference.
Don’t hesitate to contact our Grants & Scholarships Committee at grants@csctfl.org with questions or for more information.
Congratulations to our 2024 Patrick T. Raven Conference Attendance Grant Winners!
Christine Chandler, Ohio Nicholas Norris, Michigan
Elizabeth Gosling, Wisconsin Brittani Slinkard-Krause, Missouri
Chrstopher Hindsley, Indiana Michael Turner, Michigan
Justine Horvath, Wisconsin