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Caleb Scholarships
To further the missions of both The Caleb Foundation and The Caleb Group an Annual Scholarship Program was initiated in 2003. The purpose of the scholarship is to assist our residents with their educational goals.  Each year five $1,000 and six $500 scholarships will be awarded. All residents of Caleb sites are eligible. A Caleb site includes communities with either a Caleb Foundation or Caleb Group presence. The scholarship can be used to assist with the cost of further education and any related costs. (e.g. childcare, transportation, tuition, or books.) Timeline: Applications, which are available at the property manager's office, are due in our main office by March 13th of each year. The Scholarship Committee made up of Board of Directors and staff will review applications and make recommendations to the Board of Directors at the Spring Board Meeting. The announcements of the recipients of the scholarships will be made by May 15th. Award selection criteria:
- Legal resident of a Caleb site (included on lease)
- Demonstrated need
- The impact of the completed course on the quality of the resident's life
- Demonstration of volunteerism and/or public service
- Written recommendation(s)
Recipients of 2010 Caleb Education Scholarships:
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 Hanan Ahmed recently graduated from Lewiston High School and is a resident of River Valley Village. An active participant in her community, Hanan played lacrosse, field hockey, and basketball; was initiated into the National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, and Spanish Honor Society; and sat on the Lewiston Youth Advisory Council. Impressively, she was student School Representative for the Lewiston School Board. Her ambitions and achievements, however, did not end with the ring of the school bell. Hanan volunteered in the Big Brother Big Sister Program and held a part-time job at the Lewiston Public Library. Next year Hanan will be entering a five year master's program in Biomedical Engineering at the Rochester Institute of Technology in Rochester, NY. She decided on this field of education after attending an engineering summer program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. In her application essay, she stated, "I have always had a deep fondness for the medical field. I want to be an engineer because I believe that engineering is one of the fundamental ways to make a difference in the world."
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Karen Goodson, has been a resident of Mohawk Forest in North Adams since 2006, and is committed to bettering her community as she is to providing a better life for herself. She started college in 2007 at Berkshire Community College where she received her Certificate in Human Services. This positive experience encouraged her to go even further. Karen is currently enrolled at McCann Technical School in their Surgical Program. This is a highly competitive, well recognized program, and Karen was one of just fifty admitted into the program from a vast pool of applicants. She will be starting in the Fall of 2010.
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Ashley Goodell, a young woman committed to giving back, is currently enrolled and taking courses at the McCann Technical School in their Nursing program through December 2010. Her desire to better her community is evident in everything she does, including pursuing a career in the medical field. In her essay, Ashley says, "I am ready to get a career started. I chose nursing because I have always loved to help people." She already started brainstorming about possible programs to start at Mohawk Forest to benefit her neighbors and fellow residents.
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Ericka Howard, a resident of Pineledge Terrace in Saco, Maine, is a recent graduate of Thornton Academy. Ericka finished 28th in her class. An ambitious student, Ericka has undertaken rigorous Honors courses, played field hockey and was initiated into the National Honors Society and the Philanthropy Society. Outside of school, Ericka danced competitively and participated in church youth groups, all while holding a part-time job. The first in her family to go to college, Ericka says, in regards to furthering her own education and pursuing and professional career, "I am hoping that my children will not have the same hardships as me when they are growing up." Ericka is enrolled in a 4-year Graphic Design program at University of Maine at Orono beginning Fall 2010.
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Rozmarie Lau has been a resident of Congress Square Plaza in Portland, Maine since 2009. She has an infectious love for learning, even at the age of 53, she is constantly reading or writing. Her eagerness to learn more about art, literacy, foreign language and writing inspires others around her. Currently, she's working on a collection of short stories. Her ultimate goal would be to turn these short stories into a book. Rozmarie has been accepted to Stratford Career Institute for Creative Writing.
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Diane Reed, a resident of The Willows in Bangor, ME has been an integral part of her community, sitting on tenant committees and volunteering for the Eastern Maine AIDS Group. Diane has decided that it's time to go back to school and take charge of her life. Having gone through some turbulent experiences like losing her job, Diane says,"I knew that, at this point in my life, I needed to make some changes. I need to better myself and finally follow my dream of returning to school. I also want to be a good role model for my children and help them to understand the importance of an education." Caleb is excited to report that Diane is enrolled in a 4-year Education program at University of Maine at Orono beginning in the Fall of 2010.
Recipients of 2009 Caleb Education Scholarships:
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Susan Kiralis, a teen mom residing in Lewiston, ME has been striving for better opportunities for her and her son. She received her high school diploma and become a certified Apple computer technician. But her dreams haven't ended there. She continues to be active in her church community and strives towards her long-term career goals. Currently, she's enrolled in the Criminal Justice associate's degree program at Andover College while working as a resident technician at her local church and tutoring younger students at the Lewiston Public Library. Susan says that her ultimate goal is to "keep parenting her child, move on to a higher education institution, and find a decent job".
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Lena Foss, a single mother to two boys, is a testament to personal perseverance. Despite having difficulty making ends meet, she's dedicated to improving the quality of life for her family. Lena has embraced the notion that education truly is the secret to breaking the cycle of poverty. Lena is enrolled in an online Master's Business program at the Keller School of Management in Nayperville, IL. Lena plans to continue her educational pursuit even after finishing up graduate school because she truly understands that "knowledge is power".
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Katie Jannelle, a current student at University of Southern Maine, is completing two degrees in Anthropology and Geography, with a minor in Archaeology. Katie speaks of her exuberant love for history, but more importantly how her educational experiences have empowered her to reach beyond what she has ever known. After her time at the University of Southern Maine, Katie is looking to attend graduate school in Museum Studies and Historical Preservation. Katie dreams to work at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC to put her love for history and knowledge to good use. Katie states "education is the key to raising one's position and status in the world".
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Diane Jannelle, a part-time non-traditional Nursing student at the University of Southern Maine, describes her passion for helping people heal. Despite being diagnosed with kidney disease, Diane believes that a degree in nursing not only allows her to help others recover, but grants her the opportunity to bring inspiration and hope to all the patients she encounters.
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Mehraerin Mahmoudi-Kelayeh, an Iranian immigrant, strives for better opportunities here in America. Back home, she would never be allowed to pursue school. One of the hardest endeavors that Mehraerin faces is the English language. Mastering this language is one huge obstacle in her way to achieving her long-term goal of becoming a nurse. Caleb has providing funding for her to accomplish her English as a Second Language course.
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Farhsid Mahmoudi, an Iranian immigrant, also striving for better opportunities here in America. Back home, Farshid's career was in mathematics. He "wishes to create a safe and secure home for [his] family, including [his] son". Caleb is doing just, by providing funding for him to complete his English as a Second Language courses, assisting in his journey to becoming a certified secondary education teacher with a concentration in mathematics.
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Leighlan Martin, is a student at University of Maine at Farmington studying to be a teacher with a concentration in Mathematics. When she graduates, she'll qualify for her teaching certificate. Leighlan is grateful for the support that her Caleb Community has granted her. She hopes to be able to help young middle or high school students develop "a love, skill, and appreciation for numbers". Leighlan wants to empower her students through education, despite their socio-economic background.
Recipients of 2005 Caleb Education Scholarships:
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Jinnette Cora, is a resident at River Valley Village and is attending the University of Maine's Lewiston campus. She is majoring in social service. Jinnette says, "I would like to achieve a higher level of education so I can improve my quality of life by securing better employment with good benefits and wages; also a job in which I can make a difference in the life of the elderly and the residents in my community."
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Kathy Rivera, a long time resident at Village Heights and is attending Eastern Connecticut State University in Willimantic majoring in social work. Kathy has been involved in many activities, as well as, National Honor Society. Kathy expresses the following: "Growing up in a community where diversity exists makes me feel privileged. I grew up in Willimantic, where I have seen a mix of people, whether White, Black, Asian, Mexican, Puerto Rican, etc. Having the opportunity to grow up with such a mix has given me a head's up on life. Life is full of color, no one is the same, and although I may be the 'minority' I have proven to myself and others that I am a part of this multicultural world, and that I can make a difference."
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Megan Donaghue, a resident at Valley View Apartments in Bangor, ME. She is attending Beal College and majoring in medical assistance. Her goal is to become a registered nurse. Megan explains "My reason for going to college is to better my future for me and my daughter. I want to be a good role model for my child. I want her to understand how important it is to go to school and how beneficial it can be. I also enjoy working with people so I would like to receive a degree that will allow me to work with sick and disabled people."
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Ellen Mikell, a resident at The Ledges in Saco, ME. She is attending York County Community School and is planning to become a dental hygienist. Ellen writes: "I am a 31-year-old woman who is going through a divorce. I have a 5-year-old son. I want to go back to school and further my education. I have completed high school and a 2-year degree. I want to finish school and become a dental hygienist. By having this education I want to be able to provide for my son, without any help. I am in the lower income housing at The Caleb Foundation. I hope I am setting an example to others. This is a stepping stone for me."
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Elizabeth Lingual, a resident at The Ledges in Saco, ME. She is attending Southern Maine Community College and is majoring in nursing. Elizabeth states, "My long term goal is to become a nurse practitioner and own my own office. I love the health field, it interests me. It's ever-changing and you can make a difference too. Above, all, it is a stable career with great benefits."
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Kristin Gillette, a resident at The Ledges and is attending the University of Maine in Portland. She is majoring in business administration and her dream is to open her own business in Cosmetology. A quote from Kristin's essay - "After completing college I want to have a challenging and beneficial career. My dream is to become a home buyer and send my son to college. Essentially I hope to work myself up and out of the system, become someone my son can be proud of and give back to the community that helped me."
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