Making An Impact on Education
The Education committee advocates for equitable education standards and resources in Johnson County
Responsibilities:
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Student scholarships
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Black History Month program
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Liaison between Johnson County schools and the community
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African-American Read In program
2025 Scholarships
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Applications must be postmarked or received by Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Recipients will be notified two weeks later.
Michael J. Baker Scholarship
The Michael J. Baker Scholarship was created by Michael J. Baker along with the JCNAACP to be awarded to an African-American undergraduate who demonstrates need and academic promise.
Corinthian R. Nutter Scholarship
The Corinthian Nutter Scholarship was created to honor the legacy of the late Corinthian Ricks Nutter, a pioneer educator. Our purpose is to honor her work ethic, determination, community service and her willingness to speak out when few others would regarding the deplorable conditions at the all black Walker Elementary School in 1943.
Historical Black Colleges and Universities
The Beta Lambda Educational Institute (BLEI) announced their 2026 College Readiness Program and & HBCU College Tour which includes a series of events, educational programs, and seminars to prepare Kansas City area high school students to apply for, be admitted to, and receive scholarships to attend college.
This year’s program will consist of the following events and seminars:
- November – December: ACT & Test-taking Strategy Classes
- January: Scholarship Preparation Seminar (TBD)
- February: Essay Writing Seminar using the AI Tools with integrity (TBD)
- March 22- 28, 2026: HBCU College Tour
Informational meeting scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm, at the Paseo Academy.
The cost of the tour is $650 (subject to change). Payments can be made online at the time of registration, by cash, check, money order, or by CashApp. Final payment is due on February 14, 2026. Final payments are non-refundable.