EDUCATION
Chair: Pam Decker
Shall (1) seek to eliminate segregation and other discriminatory practices in public education; (2) study local educational conditions affecting minority groups; (3) investigate the public school system and school zoning; (4) familiarize itself with textbook material that is racially derogatory; (5) seek to stimulate school attendance; (6) keep informed of school conditions and strive to correct abuses where found; (7) investigate the effects of standardized and high-stakes testing practices; (8) teacher certification; (9) promote parental involvement in education; and (10) aim to be a center of popular education on the race question and on the work of the Association.
The Education Committee of the Evansville Branch NAACP is committed to ensuring that every student in our county receives an equitable and excellent education. We work tirelessly to achieve this through various initiatives:
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Advocating for fair distribution of resources across schools to ensure all students have access to quality education regardless of their background.
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Improving the quality of teaching in schools to elevate overall educational standards.
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Promoting parental engagement within EVSC’s educational system to strengthen the partnership between schools and families.
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Supporting early childhood literacy programs to lay a solid foundation for academic success.
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Enhancing the effectiveness, transparency, and accessibility of EVSC Public Schools to better serve the diverse student population.
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Addressing and mitigating any disparities in the placement of minority youth in special education programs within EVSC.
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Advocating for affirmative action policies and equitable funding for higher education institutions.
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Lobbying for the maintenance and expansion of financial aid programs, including PELL grants, to support EVSC students pursuing post-secondary education.
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Ultimately, our primary goal within the Evansville Branch NAACP is to eliminate any racial and ethnic disparities in education and ensure that every student has the opportunity to thrive academically.
NAACP Evansville Branch Scholarship Program
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Investing in the Next Generation
The NAACP Evansville Branch is proud to support local students as they pursue higher education. Our annual scholarship program recognizes graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated academic achievement, community involvement, leadership potential, and financial need.
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This scholarship is designed to help students take the next step toward earning a college degree and achieving their educational and career goals.
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Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
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Be a graduating senior from an Evansville-area high school (public, charter, or religious)
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Be accepted to or enrolled full-time at an accredited four-year college or university in the United States
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Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
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Demonstrate financial need
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Be a U.S. resident or citizen
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Have an immediate family member (parent or sibling) who is a member of the NAACP
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Selection Criteria
Scholarship awards are based on both merit and need.
The Scholarship Committee considers:
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Academic performance
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School involvement and leadership
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Community service and volunteer activities
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Career and educational goals
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Demonstrated financial need
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Overall commitment to making a positive impact in the community
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Application Requirements
To be considered, applicants must submit:
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Completed scholarship application
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Current high school transcript
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One reference letter
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Applicant appraisal completed by an unrelated adult (teacher, pastor, employer, or other adult mentor)
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Recent photo
​Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Application Deadline
All application materials must be emailed by midnight on July 10, 2026.
Applications and supporting documents should be submitted to:
​Reference letters must be sent separately by the person providing the recommendation.
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Questions?
For questions about eligibility, membership, or the application process, please contact the NAACP Evansville Branch:
Email: naacpevansville@gmail.com | Phone: 812-470-5772
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