Scholarship Value $1,500

Number of Scholarships 1

Description **Purpose and focus** The Phyllis Weston English Scholarship supports students preparing to become high school English teachers who have roots in Calgary. It targets final‑year Education students specializing in English and is intended to reduce tuition costs as they complete teacher training. The award is administered through the partner universities and is presented as a single annual scholarship. This section explains who the scholarship is for and its general educational objective. Key takeaways - Supports final‑year Education students specializing in English. - Intended for aspiring high‑school English teachers with Calgary ties. - Delivered as a single annual scholarship to help with tuition. - Administered through partner universities (U of A, U of C, U of Lethbridge). Eligibility **Who can apply** Applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents who reside in Alberta and completed their final year of high school in Calgary. Eligible candidates must be full‑time students entering their final year of an Education degree with an English specialization at the University of Alberta, University of Calgary, or University of Lethbridge. Candidates must be in good academic standing and submit one letter of reference as part of their application materials. This section lists the concrete eligibility criteria you must meet before applying. Key takeaways - Canadian citizen or permanent resident and Alberta resident. - Final‑year high school attendance in Calgary required. - Full‑time, final‑year Education student with English specialization at U of A, U of C, or U of Lethbridge. - Good academic standing and one reference letter required. Award Value **Amount and application** The scholarship is a single award of approximately $1,500. Funds are applied directly to the recipient’s tuition account to reduce the cost of their final year of teacher training. The exact award amount may vary slightly from year to year, but it is intended as a tuition credit rather than a cash payout. This section clarifies how much the scholarship provides and how it is used. Key takeaways - One award offered each year. - Approximate value: $1,500. - Applied directly to the recipient’s tuition account. - Amount may vary slightly from year to year. Application Timeline **Deadlines and process** Specific application deadlines and processes are set by the participating universities (University of Alberta, University of Calgary, University of Lethbridge) and may differ by campus. Prospective applicants should check the scholarship or financial aid webpages of their university and contact the faculty of education or awards office for precise dates and submission instructions. There is no centralized public deadline in the source information, so confirming with the institution is essential. This section tells you where to find deadlines and how to prepare. Key takeaways - Deadlines set by each participating university; they vary. - Check the university’s scholarship/financial aid and Faculty of Education pages. - Contact the awards or financial aid office for submission instructions. - Verify current year deadlines before preparing application materials. History of the Award **Origin and dedication** The scholarship was established in memory of Phyllis Weston, who taught for 40 years in Calgary Public Schools and had a lasting impact on many students. It honors her commitment to education by supporting the next generation of English teachers from the Calgary area. The award reflects her legacy of teaching excellence and community contribution. This section provides the award’s origin and its commemorative purpose. Key takeaways - Created to honor Phyllis Weston’s 40 years of teaching in Calgary. - Recognizes her lasting impact on students and the community. - Designed to perpetuate her legacy by supporting future English teachers.