Scholarships
Scholarships
The National Council of Meridianites, Inc. aims to provide informative content for its members regarding the common interests. Stay up to date with the latest news and articles related to your interests. We believe that sharing knowledge can help us grow and expand as a community. Join us today In 1967, six natives of Meridian, Mississippi, started a small flame that has developed into what may very well be an eternal light for many youngsters via the National Council of Meridianites, Incorporated.
We all must share our expertise, extending our leadership capabilities to help those youngsters who are traveling the same path that we once traveled, those who are experiencing the burdens that we once
experienced; and those who are encountering the same stumbling blocks that once stood in our paths. We must commit ourselves to making their endeavors easier. They can and must succeed, believing in
their hearts and minds that with desire, courage and determination they will overcome. Further, if we are able to help one child to succeed in life, it will be a blessing to the members of The National Council of Meridianites, Inc., and an everlasting light to human dignity.
Roots Scholarship
The National Council of Meridianites, Incorporated
Roots Scholarship Fund. Scholarships shall be awarded to help deserving graduates
who have expressed a desire to further their education beyond high school, and to perpetuate the high
standards of The National Council of Meridianites, Inc.
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1.The vice president is the chairperson of the scholarship committee. He/she shall mail scholarship application
forms to the chapter presidents by January 15th of the convention year.
2. The completed application(s) shall be sent to the vice president by the student no later than May 1. The vice
president shall examine each application for completeness before acceptance.
3. The vice president shall submit all applications to the scholarship committee at the biennial meeting.
4. The scholarship committee will meet in conjunction with the biennial meeting on the weekend of the national
convention. The time will be scheduled by the national president.
5. The scholarship committee may award a maximum of two (2) scholarships, with a total dollar amount not
exceeding the scholarship budget. The amount shall be
determined based on available funds.
National Council of Meridianites, Inc. Jacquelyn
Sweetner Caffey Scholarship Foundation
About Jacquelyn Sweetner Caffey:
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A native of Meridian, Jacquelyn Sweetner Caffey is a third genera'on teacher. She is also a third generation writer. Some of her titles are: Little Marti'n Coloring Book, The Descendants of Tom and Maude Caffey, I
Remember Miss Sadie, and Mother You Wouldn't Believe.
Jacquelyn has been an educator for over 36 years. Her formal education includes graduating from T. J. Harris High School, Meridian, MS; a Bachelor of Science degree from Tennessee State University, Nashville,
TN; and a Master of Arts in Education from Wayne State University, Detroit, MI.
Jacquelyn earned the Michigan Teacher of The Year Award in 1986 and was one of four finalists for the National Teacher of The Year Award that same year. She has conducted numerous seminars, appeared on numerous
forums and television programs including The Truth About Teachers, hosted by Whoopi Goldberg. She has inspired many of her students and even some parents to begin wri'ng. She is an advocate for students and truly an ambassador for education.
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On June 28, 1996, The National Council of Meridianites, Inc. approved the establishment of The National Council of Meridianites Jacquelyn Sweetner Caffey Scholarship Foundation and the establishment of
The Foundation to create a permanent source of financial support for the Scholarship Program. The brain child of Dr. Larry Walker TheFoundation was organized to solicit funds and to invest these funds to earn
monies that can be awardedas NCM/JSC Scholarships in perpetuity. The Foundation’s goal was to solicit a minimum of $20,000 in the first year and a minimum of $100,000 in the first five years. By taking this vital step
the NCM/JSCFoundation joins a network of several thousand foundations throughout the U.S. which constitute the fastest growing sector of American Philanthropy. Section III – Scholarship Foundation Amount
and Required Essay Topic The NCM/JSC Scholarship Foundation Board will determine the amount of the scholarship for the Foundation on a biennial basis. The Foundation’s Board will choose a different essay topic biennially after reviewing topics submitted by the NCM Scholarship Committee. The amount of the
scholarship and the topic shall be given to the Law and Revision Committee by October 31, after the convention, for inclusion on the Foundation’s Scholarship Application Form.
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The National Council of Meridianites, Inc. is committed to supporting and promoting the education of students in our community. We offer a range of scholarships and grants to help financially assist students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership skills, and community involvement. As members of the Council, we believe that investing in our youth is an essential part of building a strong and prosperous community. If you would like to support our scholarship fund, please consider making a donation today.