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New Jersey Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages
New Jersey Bilingual Educators

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SUPPORT • RECOGNIZE • EMPOWER
2027 Scholarships & Awards
NJTESOL/NJBE supports multilingual learners, educators, and future leaders through scholarships and awards that recognize achievement, dedication, and commitment to multilingual education.

2027 APPLICATION CYCLE

Applications Will Be Available in December

Review the eligibility requirements and required materials for your selected scholarship or award before applying.

Awards Ceremony
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Important Dates
FEBRUARY 15
Barbara Tedesco Award Deadline
MARCH 15
All Other Applications Due
APRIL 30
Winners Will Be Notified
CEREMONY
MAY 20
President’s Awards Ceremony
FIND THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY
Scholarships & Awards
Explore scholarship, grant, and award opportunities for multilingual learners, college students, graduate students, educators, and families throughout New Jersey.
Winners will be recognized at the President’s Awards Reception
May 26, 2027, 6:00 pm at the Hyatt Regency Hotel
Your donation is appreciated.
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
K–12 & College Scholarships
Scholarships and awards support multilingual learners from elementary school through higher education. Two awards will be given to qualifying applicants in each student category.
4TH GRADE
English Writing Challenge
For English learners in the U.S. three years or less.
Award: iPad


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8TH GRADE
English Writing Challenge
For English learners in the U.S. three years or less.
Award: Touchscreen Laptop


APPLY NOW →

GRADE 12
Raquel Sinai Newcomer Scholarship
For ESL/bilingual newcomers in the U.S. two years or less.
Award: $3,000


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HIGH SCHOOL
Pedro J. Rodriguez Scholarship
For ESL/bilingual seniors attending a New Jersey college.
Award $3,000


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COLLEGE
Higher Education Scholarship
For ESL/bilingual students attending a New Jersey college.
Award: $3,000


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NJ SEAL OF BILITERACY
Seal of Biliteracy Scholarship
For graduating seniors earning the New Jersey Seal of Biliteracy.
Award: $3,000


APPLY NOW →

Praxedes León Parent Awards
Presented to the parents of Seal of Biliteracy Scholarship recipients.
Award: $500 each
FUTURE EDUCATORS & LEADERS
Graduate Student Scholarships
Supporting graduate students pursuing advanced study in multilingual and bilingual education.
TESOL
Dr. Jessie Reppy Memorial Scholarship
For graduate students specializing in teaching English to speakers of other languages.
Award: $2,500


APPLY NOW →

BILINGUAL EDUCATION
Bilingual Educator Scholarship
For graduate students specializing in bilingual or bicultural education.
Award: $2,500


APPLY NOW →

RECOGNIZING EDUCATORS
Educator Grants & Awards
Supporting educators and recognizing collaboration that strengthens multilingual education.
EDUCATOR GRANT
Judie Haynes Grant
Supports educators teaching English learners under challenging conditions.
Grant: $1,000


APPLY NOW →

COLLABORATION AWARD
Barbara Tedesco Award
Honors an ESL/Bilingual educator and partner educator collaborating within the same district.
Award: One-Day Conference Registration


APPLY NOW →

DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 15
APPLY • GOOD LUCK!

Questions About Applying?

Please contact Scholarship Coordinator Michelle Land.


Email Michelle Land

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