Teacher of the Year Program
Teachers do so much more than educate. They inspire, motivate, and nurture. AFA's unique Teacher of the Year Program rewards special teachers who help students see STEM education as an exciting adventure.
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Click here for Application for Teacher of the Year
Eligibility Criteria: The candidate must be a former AFA State Teacher of the Year selected during the current or past academic year.
Nomination Package Components: The nomination form should be completed by State AEVP, signed by State President, attached to the front of the teacher materials, noted below, and submitted to AFA National at field@afa.org by 31 May.
The teacher should compile and submit to the Frank Luke Chapter Aerospace Education Vice President (AEVP) the following documents for the portfolio:
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1. EDUCATIONAL HISTORY AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: This section must be in outline form, listing colleges and universities attended including post-graduate studies; indicating degrees earned and dates of attendance; and listing employment history indicating time period, grade level, and subject area. Outline should include professional association memberships and offices held; service on committees, commissions, and task forces; and other relevant activities. Leadership activities in staff development and the training of future teachers should be listed along with awards and other recognition. Response should be titled and limited to two (2) double-spaced pages.
2. PROFESSIONAL BIOGRAPHY: This section should list the influencing factors in becoming a teacher. A description of greatest personal contributions and accomplishments in STEM education should also be included. Response should be titled and limited to two (2) double-spaced pages.
3. NATIONAL AEROSPACE TEACHER OF THE YEAR: This section should describe what message and/or platform the teacher would communicate to the teaching profession and to the public as the National Aerospace Teacher of the Year, serving as a spokesperson and representative for the entire teaching profession. Response should be titled and limited to one (1) double-spaced page.
4. THREE PAGES OF OTHER DOCUMENTATION: This section should include optional three pages of newspaper articles, other documents, and/or photos that include the teacher with students doing STEM activities (ensure students in photos have media release permission for use). 5. FOUR LETTERS OF SUPPORT: This section should include four recent letters of support: one must be from the AFA Chapter President, one must be from the AFA State President, and one must be from the superintendent or equivalent level administrator; and the fourth may be from a colleague, student/former student, parent, or community leader. The original letters should be incorporated as the last four pages of the portfolio. NOTE: An effective letter of support contains evidence of personal knowledge of the teacher and an indication of the qualities which would qualify the candidate to be the Air Force Association’s National Aerospace Teacher of the Year. Each letter should be limited to one (1) single-spaced page.
Airman 1st Class William Pitsenbarger received the Air Medal while assigned to the 38th Aerospace Rescue and Recovery Squadron at Bien Hoa Air Base, Vietnam. The Dining Facility on Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio is named in his honor. The Piqua, Ohio native was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor in 2000. (Photo courtesy of the NMUSAF)
Pitsenbarger Awards
AFA salutes enlisted Airmen graduating from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) with plans to pursue a bachelor's degree. At CCAF graduation ceremonies each spring and fall, Pitsenbarger Awards are given out to selected top Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve graduates.
AFA Outstanding Cadet of the Year Program
AFA supports AFROTC, AFJROTC, and Civil Air Patrol cadets as they develop into responsible citizens and the next generation of aerospace leaders. We are proud to provide an AFA Outstanding Cadet of the Year medal to one cadet in each detachment, squadron, or unit. AFA is proud to support these future leaders with an award celebrating their remarkable accomplishments.
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Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings Support
AFA is proud to provide more than $30,000 annually in support of Arnold Air Society and Silver Wings. All cadets and students are also AFA members and many have close connections with their local AFA chapters.
Arnold Air Society is a professional, honorary service organization of ROTC cadets advocating the support of aerospace power. Silver Wings is a national, co-ed, professional organization dedicated to creating proactive, knowledgeable, and effective civic leaders through community service and education about national defense.
CREDIT UNION WEST AWARDS FIVE $1,000 ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS TO HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
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Credit Union West
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Credit Union West is proud to announce the recipients of the organization’s 2021 Scholarship Program. In total, the credit union is awarding five $1,000 scholarships to qualified Arizona high school seniors.
“Each year we proudly provide community scholarships for local high school students. Our goal is to lessen the financial burden they may face and help students establish strong financial futures as they pursue their educational goals,” said Karen Roch, President and CEO of Credit Union West. “Congratulations to this year’s scholarship recipients, who exemplified a commitment to furthering their education and improving their communities. We are pleased to support their educational journey.”
The scholarship award recipients include:
● Cheyla Daverman, Prescott High School
● John Coleman, Estrella Foothills High School
● Suhani Patel, Mountain Ridge High School
● Gabriela Flores-Diaz, Independence High School, JROTC
● Timothy O’Hara-Haworth, Westwood High School, JROTC
The five recipients were selected based on academic achievement, community service and overall character. Additionally, applicants were required to write an essay focused on the importance of their personal mission statement.
As a part of Credit Union West’s legacy of serving military personnel, two of the scholarships have been awarded to students who participated in their school’s Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC).
Each scholarship supports a high school senior who plans to attend a trade school, two-year or four-year college in 2021. Students may use the scholarship to manage the costs associated with pursuing their education, including tuition, class fees, books and other related expenses.
“Helping local students pursue their goals and achieve their dreams is a core part of how we support and strengthen our communities,” said Roch. “Our scholarship program is a highlight of our community giving efforts and is a program we look forward to continuing to offer in future years.”
As a leading financial institution, Credit Union West provides financial education and services to help Arizonans achieve their goals. Individuals interested in learning more can visit www.cuwest.org/savingmoney for expert money-saving tips and tools to help you reach your financial goals.
The Credit Union West tradition had the honor of beginning in 1951 as Luke Federal Credit Union. Originally located on Luke Air Force Base, the organization’s mission was to enhance the lives of military members and their families through being a trusted provider of financial services. Today, Credit Union West embraces the same commitment to the military and now has expanded to include all who live, work or worship in Maricopa, Pima, Pinal, Yavapai, Yuma, Mohave, Coconino, Cochise, Navajo, Apache and Gila counties. Credit Union West serves over 78,000 members with more than $981 million in assets. The credit union’s core principles have guided its decisions, which in turn has ensured integrity and trusted member service. Federally insured by the NCUA. Learn more at www.cuwest.org.
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