DAYTON-WRIGHT AFCEA EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH, SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTSEducation is an AFCEA core value. The Dayton–Wright Chapter of AFCEA, in partnership with the AFCEA Educational Foundation, presents an average of $35,000 annually in scholarships, grants, and awards to students and teachers in K-12 science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and Cyber related programs, ROTC programs, traditional university degree programs, professional development and other educational areas. The following are some of the many ways the Dayton-Wright AFCEA Chapter supports the community and ways qualified candidates can apply for them. COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS General Janet C. Wolfenbarger ScholarshipThe General Janet C. Wolfenbarger scholarship was established in recognition of the general’s life-long contributions to the United States and the U.S. Air Force. A true STEM champion, exceptional leader, and graduate of Beavercreek High School, this scholarship is designed to honor General Wolfenbarger's legacy by being awarded to a local student with leadership and community service qualities seeking to further their education in a STEM related field. As the General was the first woman to achieve the rank of four-star general in the Air Force, preferences will be given to female students with an association (parent or guardian of a civilian employee, military or contractor) of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and/or that attended or are attending Beavercreek High School. Candidates must be a US citizen, seeking a STEM-related degree from an accredited secondary institution, exhibit strong leadership skills, demonstrated community service/involvement, and have maintained an overall GPA of at least 3.3 in high school or college. Awardees will receive a $1000 scholarship. Go to the Dayton-Wright AFCEA Chapter Janet C. Wolfenbarger Scholarship Application page to apply. Applications are due June 1st. Congratulations to the 2020 Award Recipient:
Daniel J. Curtis Memorial Scholarship Fund The Daniel J. Curtis Memorial Scholarship was established to celebrate the significant volunteer contributions Dan Curtis made to the Dayton-Wright AFCEA Chapter and his strong advocacy of the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base community. Dan’s service to the Dayton area started in high school when he was elected class president of Wayne High School. Leveraging his patriotic passion and Political Science education, Dan became a legislative aide and an executive assistant in the Ohio House early in his career. Dan served 16 years with the U.S. Air Force and 32 years working with various private sector, nonprofit and governmental organizations to improve his community and the nation. Dan was an active member of the Dayton-Wright AFCEA chapter serving in various capacities including Chapter President. The Chapter honors his legacy by awarding a scholarship in his name to a student who has shown a desire to serve their community. Preferences will be given to students that attended or are attending Wayne High School. Candidates must be a US citizen, have demonstrated community service and involvement, exhibit leadership skills, and have maintained an overall GPA of at least 3.3 in high school or college. Awardees will receive a $1000 scholarship. Go to the Daniel J. Curtis Memorial Scholarship Application page to apply. Applications are due June 1st. Congratulations to the 2020 Award Recipient:
CyberPatriot Scholarship CyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program created by the Air Force Association to inspire K-12 students toward careers in cybersecurity or other STEM disciplines critical to our nation's future. At the core of the program is the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition, the nation's largest cyber defense competition that puts high school and middle school students in charge of securing virtual networks. The Dayton-Wright AFCEA chapter honors previous participants of the CyberPatriot program by offering a scholarship to a local student who has participated in the CyberPatriot competition at the high school level and has shown a desire to pursue a STEM related career fields. Awardees will receive a $1000 scholarship. Go to the CyberPatriot Scholarship Application page to apply. Applications are due June 1st. Congratulations to the 2020 Award Recipient:
Undergraduate ScholarshipsThe Dayton-Wright AFCEA chapter awards multiple $1000 scholarships annually to local Miami Valley college and university students studying STEM related subjects. Candidates must be US citizens, currently enrolled in and completed at least 12 credit hours at a local accredited college or university and be pursing a STEM related major. Preferences are given to members or dependents of an AFCEA member and to students who demonstrate a financial need. Each awardee will receive at least a $1000 scholarship. Go to the Undergraduate Scholarships Application page to apply. Applications are due June 1st. Congratulations to the 2020 Award Recipients:
ROTC ScholarshipsThe Dayton-Wright AFCEA chapter provides funding to the Wright State University Air Force ROTC Detachment 643rd to distribute scholarships to qualifying cadets enrolled in the ROTC program in Miami Valley Universities. Qualifying candidates must be a US citizen, have a cumulative GPA or 2.5 or higher, are in the Top 50% of their class, and have a demonstrated financial need. Typical candidates are enrolled in a local accredited college or university pursing a STEM related major and/or Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC). For more information, contact us at education.dwafcea@gmail.com. Wright State University Foundation ScholarshipsThe Dayton-Wright Chapter of AFCEA thru the Wright State University Foundation, Inc. provides scholarship funds for students attending Wright State University in the Raj Soin College of Business, the College of Engineering and Computer Science and the College of Science and Mathematics. Scholarship recipients at the time of award must be in good academic standing; have completed a minimum of 12 credit hours, and no more than 150 credit hours; be pursuing an undergraduate degree within the area of Computer Science, Biomedical Science, Engineering (Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, Biomedical), Management Information Systems, Physics, Engineering Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics; have completed a minimum of one full term of study at Wright State University; and be a U.S. citizen. Congratulations to the 2020-2021 Award Recipients:
Congratulations to the 2019-2020 Award Recipients:
AFCEA International Educational Foundation and Chapter Scholarships
Many of AFCEA International’s chapters provide scholarships, grants and tuition assistance for aspiring engineers, technicians, programmers, military personnel and government officials. Financial assistance is made available for students living or attending school within each chapter's local community. Click here to learn more.
K-12 Programs and Outreach
K-12 STEM Teacher GrantsCompetitive-based grants are available to K-12 teachers or education leaders seeking support for the purchase of tools, equipment and/or educational materials for the purpose of teaching STEM subjects at United States K-12 public or charter schools, or non-profit educational organization serving K-12 aged children. The application form can be found here: K-12 STEM Teacher Grants Application.Dayton Regional STEM School Teacher Grants Competitive-based grants are available to the Dayton Regional STEM School (DRSS) for the purchase of tools, equipment and/or educational materials. One of 10 public STEM schools being created across Ohio, the DRSS offers students a relevant, real world educational experience which will prepare them for college and opportunities in the work world. The Dayton-Wright AFCEA Chapter regularly supports a number of educational initiatives at the DRSS, including technical support, grants and scholarships to students. The application form can be found here: Dayton Regional STEM School Teacher Grant Application. CyberPatriot Team Support GrantsCyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program created by the Air Force Association to inspire K-12 students toward careers in cybersecurity or other STEM disciplines critical to our nation's future. At the core of the program is the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition, the nation's largest cyber defense competition that puts high school and middle school students in charge of securing virtual networks. To learn more about the CyberPatriot program, click here: CyberPatriot Program. Competitive-based grants are available to K-12 schools or organizations seeking support for the purchase of tools, equipment and/or educational materials for the purpose of competing in the US CyberPatriot Competition. Awards will be made to United States K-12 public or charter schools, or non-profit educational organization serving K-12 aged children. Determination of award will be based on the proposed application of the funds, and the financial needs of the requesting team and/or organization. The application form can be found here: CyberPatriot Team Support Grant Application. Robotics Challenge The Dayton-Wright AFCEA Chapter hosts Robotics Challenges for area students in Grades 4-6 at the National Museum of the Air Force. Approximately 8 teams from Miami Valley schools can participate in each challenge day. On competition day, each team will be given a NodeBot kit to assemble. The wireless or wired NodeBots will be programmed by the team. NodeBots will be pre-programmed with some basic controls. Team coaches and mentors will provide each team advice and encouragement to program the NodeBots to be operational. Teams will then upgrade their NodeBots for sophistication and competition dominance. Finally, the teams will be ready for the “Robotics Challenge” and test their NodeBots against their opponents to determine the ultimate champion. For more information or to submit your team for a challenge day, contact us at education.dwafcea@gmail.com. Wright-Patterson Educational Outreach OfficeThe Dayton-Wright AFCEA chapter annually budgets a designated amount to assist the Education Outreach Office located within Wright-Patterson Air Force Base to assist them with funding projects and programs not covered in the funds they receive from the Department of Defense. For more information about their programs, check out the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Educational Outreach Office. AFCEA International Teaching Grants
The AFCEA Educational Foundation is dedicated to providing support to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) students and teachers. Since 2010, AFCEA Educational Foundation has invested more than $1.2 million in teachers who are providing innovative STEM learning opportunities in their classrooms. These funds have directly impacted more than 60,000 students in elementary through high school across the United States. A variety of Grants are available at the International, Chapter and European levels. Click here to learn more. Professional Development The Dayton-Wright AFCEA chapter is now offering professional certification training courses! Courses are hand-picked to serve the members of the Dayton-Wright chapter and often include a voucher to take the certification exam. Courses are typically at or below market value and are offered on-site locally or virtually. The chapter is targeting to host up to three courses a year. To see the current course offering, navigate to the Events tab and select "Training Opportunities" or contact us at education.dwafcea@gmail.com. AFCEA International Education and Professional Development
Ensuring an educated, trained and relevant work force, from early career to advanced training, is part of AFCEA’s value proposition. Scholarships, training and continuing education are available at the international, regional and chapter levels. To gain information about AFCEA's On Demand Courses, Continuing Education Opportunities at Events, Virtual and Live Instructor-Led Events, click here. Military Assistance Military / Civilian Tuition Assistance and Book Fee Reimbursement
The Dayton-Wright AFCEA chapter supports junior military members (E-1 to E-6 or O-1 to O-3) and civilians GS-11 equivalent or below with tuition assistance and 100% cost matching for the purchase of books. To submit reimbursement requests, please click here. For more information, contact us at education.dwafcea@gmail.com. Military / Civilian Professional Certification AssistanceAre you a Junior Military Member (E-1 to E-6 or O-1 to O-3) or Civilian GS-11 equivalent or below?
The Dayton-Wright AFCEA Chapter will reimburse 50% of the cost of
training and a test voucher (upon successful completion of certification
exam) for Professional Certifications related to Information Technology
and/or Cyber related fields. Funds are available on a first come,
first serve basis. To learn more, contact us at education.dwafcea@gmail.com. |
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