CAMERA Scholarships
Student Scholarships - Multicultural candidates who are graduating seniors at one of our CAMERA districts may be eligible for scholarships ranging from $500 to $1500.
Criteria - Applicant must have documentation providing evidence of acceptance into a college or university and must be pursuing a teaching license.
Additional criteria and requirements are included on the application.
Review Process - A committee of Camera members will review applications per the selection criteria
Staff Scholarships - Multicultural candidates who are current staff members at one of our CAMERA districts may be eligible for scholarships ranging from $500 to $1500.
Criteria - Applicant must have documentation providing evidence of acceptance into a college or university and must be pursuing a teaching license.
Additional criteria and requirements are included on the application.
Review Process - A committee of Camera members will review applications per the selection criteria
Mercedes Yupton, Substitute Teacher pursuing her Master’s in Spanish - 2022-2023 Scholarship Recipient
“I want to express my deepest gratitude for awarding me the Camera Scholarship last year. This scholarship is a tremendous honor, and it motivates me to strive for excellence in my studies and personal development. I am currently pursuing a Master degree in Teaching Spanish, and this allows me to focus more on my academic and extracurricular activities.”
Thank you once again for your generosity and support. It is sponsors like you who make dreams attainable for students like me
2023-2024 Student Scholarship Winners
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Mya Johanni
Mya has successfully completed her first year as an Inclusive Education Major at Miami University.
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Kennedy Curry
Kennedy will be attending the University of Akron starting Fall 2024.
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Taylor Evans
Taylor is a two-time recipient of this scholarship.
2023-2024 Staff Scholarship Winners
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Miyana Williams
Miyana is currently an Administrative Assistant at Cleveland Heights High School. She is seeking her education degree from Cleveland State University.
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Carmela Cooper
Carmela is currently teaching Business and Marketing CTE courses for Akron Public Schools. She is furthering her education degree at Kent State University.
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Megan Lysiak
Megan is a Paraprofessional for Akron Public Schools. She is seeking a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Phoenix with plans to eventually obtain her Intervention Specialist license.
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Sasha Strother
Sasha is a building substitute for the Bedford City Schools who will be attending the Ohio State University to become a licensed educator.
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Mitzie Ginn
Mitzie is currently working for Akron Public Schools while also attending Kent State University to obtain her CTE certificate.
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Marcus Green
Marcus is currently an educator with the Bedford City Schools. He is planning to further his career goals as an educator, coach, and mentor.
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Jamaya Greer
Jamaya currently works as an Academic Success Tutor for the Cleveland Heights-University Heights School District. She is seeking an education degree from Cleveland State University.
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Christopher Madrigal
Christopher is an Automotive Technology Instructor for Akron Public Schools and currently seeking his Master’s in Education from Kent State University.
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Amber Ashton
Amber is a Paraprofessional for Painesville Local Schools and is seeking to further her education career by attending courses at Lake Erie College.
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Christopher Gleason
Christopher is currently a CTE instructor for Akron Public Schools and also attending Kent State University. He is a second time scholarship award winner.
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Mercedes Yupton
Mercedes is currently a Substitute Spanish interpreter for Akron Public Schools. She is seeking an education degree from Kent State University.