Frances Brownlie Scholarship
In an effort to 'grow our own teachers', the 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.
Program Guidelines
All interested Mansfield ISD paraprofessionals must complete the T3 application.
NOTE: The 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 their Bachelor Degree can apply as long as they meet the following criteria:
Undergraduate Candidates:
- Currently work in Mansfield ISD as a paraprofessional
- Meet UTA Alternative Certification acceptance policies and requirements
- Have a minimum 2.5 overal GPA or a 2.5 or higher GPA in the last 60 hours of coursework
- Submit transcripts for evaluation of minimum GPA requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Who pays the tuition?
The Mansfield ISD Education Foundation will pay all tuition fees directly to the college.
Will the program pay for my testing?
Yes. You will pay for your certification tests, submit the required documentation (PDF form of receipt) and the MISD Education Foundation will reimburse you.
What if I do not have my bachelor's degree?
At this time, the Frances Brownlie Scholarship Pgoram is only available to applicants who have already earned a bachelor's degree. We are unable to provide funding for those still pursuing their degree.
What am I able to teach?
Currently, the district has a high need for teachers in the following areas:
- EC-6 Bilingual
- Secondary Math (Grades 7-12)
- Secondary Science (Grades 7-12)
- Secondary Language Arts (Grades 7-12)
- Special Education (EC-12
Please note that these areas may change based on district needs.
How will I know what I am qualified to teach?
The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA) will review your college transcripts to determine which subject areas you have completed enough coursework in. Typically, having 12-15 credit hours in a specific content area will qualify you to pursue certification in that subject.
Who do I contact for more information?
Main Contact:
Frances Brownlie Liaison
Jenny Roberson
VirginiaRoberson@misdmail.org
For Para Reimbursements
Toni Glendenning
817-299-6355
AGlendenning@misdmail.org
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.
