Edith Berger Memorial Scholarship
Direct application
$1,000
1 winner
Eligibility
Field of study
Education
Level of study
High school
About this scholarship
Open to Alberta students registered in grade 12 who are completing a high school diploma, with demonstrated academic progress and a minimum 70% average in grade 12, planning to pursue post-secondary education toward a teaching degree. One scholarship of $1,000 is available.
Applicants submit an original essay of approximately 500 words on their passion for education and why they would like to pursue a career as a teacher.
The scholarship was established in 2005 in tribute to Edith Berger's deep love of education and teaching, endowed by her brother. Edith concluded her career as principal of Huntington Hills Elementary School.
Essay question
What else to submit
- Original essay of approximately 500 words on passion for education and desire to pursue a teaching career.
- Registered in grade 12 completing the requirements of a high school diploma
- Minimum 70% average in grade 12
- Apply via the EducationMatters Student Award Application Portal (account creation required)
- Within one year of notification, recipient must be registered in an eligible post-secondary program of at least two years duration
- Demonstrated academic progress is required.
- Apply through the EducationMatters Student Award Application Portal.
- Within one year of notification, the recipient must register in an eligible post-secondary program of at least two years' duration.