New Partnership with GO Foundation
The Public Education Foundation is excited to announce the launch of the new GO Foundation Scholarships for Indigenous students in NSW public schools.
The GO Foundation seeks to empower Indigenous youth through education. Founded by Adam Goodes and Michael O’Loughlin in 2009, the GO Foundation continues to expand its Indigenous Scholarship Program to address specific areas of need.
In 2018, four GO Foundation Scholarships will be offered – two GO Foundation Scholarships and, through the generosity of John B. Fairfax, two GO- JB Fairfax Scholarships. Two scholarships will be offered to a student entering year 9 in 2018 and two will be offered to a student entering year 11 in 2018. Each scholarship will support a student for two years of their schooling.
"The GO Foundation and PEF share exceptional track records in supporting Indigenous students through education," stated David Hetherington, Executive Director of the Public Education Foundation'
"We are delighted to be bringing the two Foundations together to launch a new set of scholarships for Indigenous students in public high schools, expanding the considerable body of support that each organisation already delivers."
"With these scholarships, young men and women will be given greater access to the resources and opportunities they need to unlock their enormous potential", said Mr Hetherington.
In relation to the new scholarships, Adam Goodes said, “The GO Foundation is thrilled to be partnering with the Public Education Foundation to put scholarships into public schools.”
This is just the beginning of GO Foundation public school scholarships and we look forward to being able to support many more Indigenous students on their journey through school, into further education and employment.”, added Michael O’Loughlin.
Dr Heather Radi Scholarship
The Dr Heather Radi Scholarship supports Indigenous students enrolled in Connected Communities schools to successfully complete their senior years of schooling and transition to University / Vocational post-school education and training.
The scholarship is named in honour and memory of Dr Heather Radi: historian, feminist, teacher and environmentalist. She knew, from personal experience, that a scholarship could change, improve and enrich one’s life, and impact positively on one’s community.
Camburn Withers Scholarship
This scholarship supports an Indigenous student enrolled in Connected Communities schools to engage, learn, strive, reach their full potential and excel through their primary school education.
The scholarship will provide financial support to help the student with resources and services relevant to improving their educational outcomes for each year of their primary schooling.
Shakeila from Toomelah Public School is this year's Camburn Withers scholar.
Georgia's Story
Georgia is a diligent and enthusiastic student from Bourke High School. She's a keen sportswoman and has participated in regional and state swimming and cross-country events. Georgia. She's active in the school's Student Representative Council an involved in a number of fundraising activities.
Georgia is the 2017 Public Education Foundation Scholarship for Aboriginal Students. This Scholarship supports Indigenous enrolled in a Connected Communities School successfully complete their senior years of schooling and transition to tertiary education.
Jayce's Story
Jayce is a determined young woman who knows that education is key to her success in life. As a young Indigenous mother, this inspiring Peel High School student is all too familiar with life's challenges.
She is one of this year's Unions NSW Jeff Shaw Memorial Scholarship Recipient
"I have never won anything like this scholarship. It's helped me get out of struggles. I can now buy stuff that helps me with my studies."
2018 Scholarships Now Open
For the 2018 scholarship round, the Public Education Foundation will award scholarships to over 300 public school students.
Scholarships for students with a refugee background
Primary school and secondary school scholarships for Indigenous students
Scholarships for students with a physical disability
Scholarships for students with an interest in social justice
Opportunities for students with curriculum interests in music, STEM, trades and social studies
Opportunities for high potential girls entering year 9
Scholarships for students transitioning to tertiary studies
Applications for the 2018 student scholarship round close in October 2017.
THE VALUE OF PUBLIC EDUCATION
Hear what these impressive students say about public education.
"Definitely what I have achieved today has to be credited to my participation and involvement in the public school system and I do have a lot to thank it for."
We are grateful to all our sponsors and supporters who make these life-changing scholarships possible.
Please consider donating to the Public Education Foundation and help students reach their full potential.
