mark jefferson

The Mark A. Jefferson Teaching Scholarship, funded by Mark Jefferson, aims to support aspiring Black male educators in their pursuit of a teaching career. With a total award of $2,000, the scholarship is designed to assist two winners, each receiving $1,000. The scholarship emphasizes the importance of diversity in education, particularly in addressing the underrepresentation of Black male teachers in public schools, where they constitute only 2% of the workforce. The scholarship seeks to empower these individuals to foster inclusive learning environments and inspire future generations.