Frances Brownlie Scholarship
In an effort to 'grow our own teachers', MISD Education Foundation partnered with Mansfield ISD to create a scholarship program for currently employed MISD paraprofessionals who want to become teachers. Generous donations were made by community supporters who understand the importance of education and in 2019, the Frances Brownlie 'Transition To Teach' Scholarship was born.
The Frances Brownlie Scholarship will allow paraprofessionals in the Transition to Teach (T3) program to maintain their position during the day while acquiring their education and teaching certification in the evenings and during the summer.
This scholarship program will help paraprofessionals not only earn their teaching certificate but will also put them on track to earn their Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. And even more good news, participants who complete the certification program will be only 3-4 classes away from earning their masters!
Program Guidelines
All interested Mansfield ISD paraprofessionals must complete the T3 application.
The T3 application form must be completed in its entirety once it is started. You might consider previewing the application and creating your responses in a separate program before beginning the online application process.
Who can apply for the Frances Brownlie Scholarship?
Employees with and without their Bachelor Degree can apply as long as they meet the following criteria:
Undergraduate Candidates:
- Currently work in Mansfield ISD as a paraprofessional
- Take the TSI Assessment (TSIA)
- Apply for financial aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form
- Have at least 30 college-level hours in coursework
- Apply to Tarrant County College (TCC) to pursue an Associate of Arts in teaching
- Submit transcripts for evaluation of minimum GPA requirements
Bachelor Degree Candidates:
- Currently work in Mansfield ISD as a paraprofessional
- Meet Tarleton Model for Accelerated Teacher Education (TMATE) program acceptance policies and requirements
- Have a 2.75 GPA on the last 60 hours of college course work
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Frances Brownlie Scholarship pay for a test preparation course?
Yes. We realize it may have been a while since you have been in school and earned your bachelor’s degree and we want to help you be successful. The Education Foundation will reimburse each applicant for approved test prep courses and program entrance exams.
What if I do not pass the exam, will I still reimburse me for my exam and test prep course?
Yes, the MISD Education Foundation will still reimburse you for the cost of the prep class and exam, with the required documentation submitted.
Who pays the tuition?
The Mansfield ISD Education Foundation will pay all tuition fees directly to the college or refund you with proper documentation.
Will the program pay for my books, test prep, and testing?
Yes. You will pay for your books needed for your classes, submit the required documentation/receipts required and the MISD Education Foundation will reimburse you, usually within 3-5 business days.
Who do I contact for more information?
Main Contact:
For Para Reimbursements
Liz Wright
817-299-6355
LizWright@misdmail.org
Tarleton TMATE Program
Dr. Laura Estes
817-717-3690
Estes@tarleton.edu
About the namesake, Frances Brownlie
Mary Keller Brownlie
Beloved Mother and Grandmother
Dec. 9, 1923 - Feb. 13, 2013
Frances was a loving mother and grandmother, a kind and true friend and an expert at baking chocolate chip cookies. She was known for her incredible work ethic, her ready laugh, quick wit, and kind spirit.
Frances was born in Minnesota, moved to California after graduating high school and proudly worked as a “Rosie the Riveter”. Frances took great pride in her work repairing B-17s damaged in combat. Frances was married 41 years and had two children. Her children and grandchildren adored her and are happy her legacy is continuing through this scholarship.
Her friends and family are sure that it would make Frances proud to be a part of bettering the lives of other individuals by giving them the opportunity to obtain their teaching certificate through the Mansfield ISD scholarship that bears her name.
