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For Immediate Release
February 7, 2001

White: Christa McAuliffe Fellowship Applications Available

Recognizes contributions made by outstanding teachers

Harrisburg -- Applications are now available for teachers interested in participating in the 2001 Christa McAuliffe Fellowship Program, according to Sen. Mary Jo White (R-21)

White said the program is open to all full-time teachers who are Pennsylvania residents and have taught in a public or private school, in grades K-12, for eight or more years. One teacher from each state receives a grant of approximately $40,000 for the fellowship. 

The fellowship is federally-funded and may be used for professional development, instruction and assessment, research, or for projects that involve the business community and schools. 

Applications must be filed by March 16. 

“There are many dedicated, committed teachers in our area who could use this fellowship to further develop their skills and expand their contributions to the community,” said White.  “I urge interested teachers to look into the Christa McAuliffe Fellowship Program and consider applying.”           

The program honors Sharon Christa McAuliffe, who died in the Challenger space shuttle disaster of January 1986. She was the first teacher to serve as an astronaut. 

More information and applications are available through school district administration offices or by calling the Pennsylvania Higher Education Assistance Agency (PHEAA) at (717) 720-2800. Information can also be found on PHEAA's Website at http://www.pheaa.org/.

CONTACT:

Leigh Ramsey (717) 787-9684