Scholarships
HEA Carol H. Yoneshige Scholarship in memory of Faith C. Ai
Scholarship Requirements and Procedures
The HEA Carol H. Yoneshige Scholarship in memory of Faith C. Ai has been established for an education major in their 2nd or 3rd year, intending to teach in a Hawaii public school, elementary or secondary level. One $3,000 scholarship is awarded to a full-time undergraduate student currently attending an accredited institution of higher learning. Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.5 or better.
Selection will be based on the following information:
- Completed HEA Carol H. Yoneshige in memory of Faith C. Ai Form, including checklist summary sheet
- Personal statement
- Letter of Recommendations (two required)
- Official college transcripts
The HEA Carol H. Yoneshige Scholarship in memory of Faith C. Ai Committee will review all applications and select the scholarship winners. The Committee’s decision will be final.
If mailing or emailing applications, transcripts, forms and reference letters, please address them and any questions to:
HEA Carol H. Yoneshige Scholarship in memory of Faith C. Ai Committee
1953 South Beretania Street, Suite 5C
Honolulu, HI 96826
Phone: 949-6657
or hea.office@hawaiieducationassociation.org
Applications, transcripts, forms and reference letters must be received by 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 via mail, email or submitted through the website.
TO OBTAIN PDF FILLABLE (Click form below):
SY 2025-2026 HEA Carol H .Yoneshige in memory of Faith C. Ai Application Form
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In-Service Public School Educators
Scholarship Amount: $2,000
For tenured and/or permanent Hawaii State Department of Education pre-K – 12 teachers, school administrators, or educational assistants, HEA offers scholarships to support study or training.
Ronald K. Toma Professional Development
Scholarship Amount: Varies
For tenured Hawaii State Department of Education pre-K – 12 teachers and school administrators, HEA offers scholarships to support those pursuing enrichment opportunities and professional learning.
Student Teachers
Scholarship Amount: $2,000
For student teachers intending to teach in the Hawaii State Department of Education, HEA and the family of Helen McKay have established a Student Teacher Scholarship to minimize the need for employment during the student teaching semester.
Hiroshi & Barbara Kim Yamashita Undergraduate College Students
Scholarship Amount: $2,000
For full-time undergraduate students majoring in education and intending to teach in a Hawaii public school, HEA is pleased to offer the Hiroshi & Barbara Kim Yamashita HEA Scholarship to assist with college.
Continuing College Students
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
HEA offers college scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a career in education.
Graduating High School Seniors
Scholarship Amount: $2,000
HEA offers college scholarships for graduating high school seniors who will enroll in any two-year or four-year accredited institution of higher learning.
HEA Carol H. Yoneshige Undergraduate College Students
Scholarship Amount: $3,000
For full-time undergraduate students majoring in education in their 2nd or 3rd year, intending to teach in a Hawaii public school, elementary or secondary level.
HEA/HSTA-Retired In-Service Public School Educators
Scholarship Amount: $1,000
For HSTA members in good standing and have been HSTA members for at least one year, have a Baccalaureate degree, and have a commitment to continue in the field of public education.