Warren-Young Women Forensic Science Scholarship 2025

Calling all dedicated middle and high school science teachers! Are you looking for ways to enhance your forensic science curriculum and provide engaging, hands-on experiences for your students? The Forensic Sciences Foundation (FSF) has an exciting scholarship opportunity just for you in 2025.

Purpose of FSF  Scholarship: Advancing Forensic Science Education

This scholarship is specifically designed to support and encourage forensic science education at the middle and high school levels. The FSF aims to provide crucial funding – up to $3,000 – to help teachers like you purchase necessary supplies, equipment, or reference materials. The core goal is to strengthen the teaching of basic scientific principles through the lens of forensic science.

When reviewing applications, the FSF will prioritize programs demonstrating clear financial need and those serving underserved student populations. The key factor will be how effectively the proposed use of funds aligns with the Foundation’s goals of promoting forensic science education.

What Will the Winner Receive?

Beyond the financial grant, the Warren-Young Scholarship winner will receive:

1. Funding: Up to $3,000 to support classroom forensic science education.
2. Professional Development: A complimentary registration to attend one American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) Annual Scientific Conference and the Student Academy.
3. Travel Support: Two (02) nights of complimentary hotel accommodations during the conference.

This is a fantastic chance to not only gain resources for your classroom but also to connect with professionals and advancements in the field!

Are You Eligible?

Eligibility is straightforward:

• You must be a middle or high school science teacher.
• This includes teachers who instruct at least one course per school year primarily focused on:
  • Forensic Science
  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Computer Science
  • Engineering

How to Apply: Submission Requirements

To be considered, you need to compile and submit the following documents electronically:

1. Letter from the Teacher: This letter must include:
   • Your full name
   • Your school’s name
   • The grades and specific classes you teach
   • A detailed description of how you plan to use the grant funds (include a tentative budget) and how forensic science knowledge is (or will be) integrated into teaching basic scientific principles.
2. Teacher Certifications: Copies of your current, valid teaching certifications.
3. Course Description: Your current course announcement or a proposed syllabus for the forensic science-related course(s). Please indicate if this is a new curriculum or an established one, and mention if you utilize external guest lecturers (like discipline experts).
4. Demonstration of Need & Support: A letter from a school administration official detailing the school’s financial need (e.g., percentage of students qualifying for free lunches) and the current state of forensic science education availability at the school.

Apply: https://www.aafs.org/article/fsf-warren-young-scholarship-may-1-2025-deadline

Applications are now open for the FSF Warren-Young Scholarship, with a submission deadline fast approaching on May 1, 2025 and applicants will be notified of the committee’s decision by June 1, 2025.

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