Dorothy Brown, a longtime Willmar elementary teacher of 25 years, believed in the capabilities of children and all the potential opportunities they could create. As an educator, Dorothy, touched and changed the lives of countless young people. She illustrated that teaching is more than educating others – it’s a profession of the heart. Dorothy wanted to share the passion of education and provide ripple effect opportunities for future local educators.

Renewable: Each year a transcript will be required showing progress toward Elementary Education Major.

• From: Willmar Public Schools (Willmar Senior High or Alternative Learning Center)
• GPA: 2.5 or better
• Planning to attend: Two or four year US-based post-secondary institution (full-time enrollment)
• Preference given to students attending Minnesota colleges and/or universities, and students with demonstrated need for scholarship support as indicated in their application responses