Dr. Charles Mitchell, Jr Leadership Scholarship Application

Fifty years ago, 27 African American Superintendents gathered in Michigan and established the National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE). At that time, Black school district leaders comprised less than three percent of the national aggregate. Today, Black superintendents are approximately 3.7 percent of the national aggregate. These statistics suggest the need for more Black school district leaders.

NABSE endeavors to do its part in addressing this situation. Among them is the provision of a $10,000 scholarship to a qualified Black student who is pursuing an advanced degree in educational leadership. The scholarship is made possible with a grant from our strategic partner Curriculum Associates, an education company dedicated to supporting the growth and success of Black leaders.

The scholarship will be payable to the recipient’s institution of higher learning, and the recipient will be recognized during the Awards Banquet at the 53rd Annual Conference.

NABSE invites all aspiring superintendents who are currently enrolled in or have been accepted into an advanced degree program in education in a college or university to avail themselves of this scholarship opportunity.

ELIGIBILITY

To avail yourself of this opportunity, the applicant:

1. Must be a current dues-paying member of NABSE.
2. Must be enrolled in a doctoral program in Educational Leadership

HOW TO APPLY

1. Submit the Scholarship Application Form.
2. Submit a 500-word or fewer essay on how an advanced degree will contribute to the goal of becoming a school district leader and further the goals of NABSE.
3. Upload a resume, a brief bio, and three letters of recommendation.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO NABSE BY OCTOBER 24, 2025

Questions about the application process should be addressed and sent to Phyllis Williams using our Contact Form or by calling (833) 762-2731.