Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

February 28, 2027

325 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Laura Baker Professional Learning Grant

Overview: Named and founded in memory of long-time Murray Board of Education member Laura Baker. This grant provides Murray City School District teachers and licensed professional staff with opportunities to attend conferences or workshops, or acquire training and new skills to help strengthen instructional methods in ways that positively impact student learning.

Award Details:

  • The committee will select between two and eight applicants, depending on request costs and available funds

  • Recipients approved by MEF Board of Directors in March
  • Background

    During her years of service to the Murray City School District, Mrs. Baker expressed a strong desire to provide Murray teachers and other licensed professional staff with more opportunities for professional development and skill advancement.

      Eligibility

    • Licensed professional staff in Murray City School District
    • Teachers and other licensed professionals

      Selection Criteria

    • Demonstrated need
    • Alignment with defined areas of teaching
    • Committee review by district personnel

    Contact

    Murray Education Foundation 5102 S Commerce Drive Murray, UT 84107 Phone: +1 801-264-7400 Email: dperry@murrayschools.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Application Timeline:

  • Opens: First business day of February

  • Closes: Last business day of February

  • Annual cycle
  • Review Process:

  • Applications reviewed by committee of district personnel

  • Committee considers demonstrated need and defined areas of teaching

  • Committee selects between two and eight applicants based on request costs and available funds

  • Recipients approved by MEF Board of Directors in March

  • Applicants notified of final decision after March approval
  • Required Materials:
    Submit through online form with consideration for:

  • Demonstrated need for professional learning

  • Connection to defined teaching areas

  • Type of conference, workshop, or training sought

  • Expected impact on instructional methods and student learning
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    teachersteacher-developmentprofessional-development

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