

Superintendent Weekly Update
from the desk of Kathy Amos
May 2, 2025
Senior Breakfast & Signing Day
Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarships
Unlock a Rewarding Career in Education with the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship
Are you passionate about STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and eager to make a meaningful impact in the classroom? The Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship program, funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), offers a unique opportunity to turn your love for STEM into a fulfilling career in teaching. At Lenoir-Rhyne University, we’re excited to help you take the next step toward shaping the future of STEM education.
What is the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship?
The Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship program is designed to support individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and want to become passionate, impactful teachers in high-need school districts. This program offers a tuition-free Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree, equipping you to earn your teaching license in just 12 months.
With fully asynchronous online coursework and flexible scheduling, you can balance your studies with your personal and professional life. You’ll also gain hands-on experience through field work and student teaching in schools near you, giving you the practical experience needed to excel in the classroom.
Why Choose the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship?
- Full Tuition Scholarship: Receive full funding for your Master of Arts in Teaching degree.
- Online Flexibility: All coursework is 100% online, allowing you to complete the program on your schedule.
- Convenient Class Schedule: The program follows a cohort model starting in the summer, with summer 1, summer 2, fall, and spring terms.
- Field Work in Your Community: Gain valuable classroom experience in a public school near you.
- Mentorship Support: Receive mentorship during your first year of teaching to ensure a smooth transition into your new role.
- Praxis II Support: Get help and resources to prepare for the Praxis II exams required for your teaching certification.
- Professional Development: Attend the LR Summer STEM Institute and other professional development opportunities to continue growing in your teaching career.
- Job Placement Assistance: Benefit from support that helps you secure a teaching job in a high-need district, meeting the scholarship requirements.
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Yancey County Schools
Email: kathyamos@yanceync.net
Website: www.yanceync.net
Location: 100 School Circle, Burnsville, NC, USA
Phone: (828) 682-6101