Write a compelling personal statement, not to exceed 1000 words, explaining your reasons for requesting financial assistance.  The following points should be included in the personal statement within the context of the age range you expect to study.

1. An explanation of your financial need
2. Why you want to become a Montessori teacher
3. A description of yourself as someone able to relate in developmentally appropriate, caring ways to children/students, including ways in which a teacher builds relationships.

List the names of three individuals who are recommending you specifially for this scholarship.  You will upload an electronic copy of their letter of recommendation to include evidence of your suitability to work with children of the age range of your choice, and reasons why you should be a recipient of assistance.
(Recommendations must be submitted at this time.)

Recommendation #1

Recommendation #2

Recommendation #3

Truthfulness of Information:
By the submission of this application the applicant attests that...

• all information contained in this application and accompanying documents is true.
• the financial information reports, to the best of their knowledge and belief, is true, correct, and complete. The applicant also authorizes its use by the SMT, and gives permission to verify the information reported.

Confidentiality:
All information provided in this application is confidential and used solely for the purpose of selecting the scholarship recipients.