Hayes-Couper Fund
A scholarship fund established by the Hayes and Couper families to provide Clinton Central School District teachers with learning opportunities that help to improve student success through the Kirkland Fellowship program.
Overview
The Kirkland Fellowship was established by Gordon and Elizabeth Hayes and Richard, Patricia and Esther Couper who were natives of Clinton. The Hayes and Couper families desired to support the local community and Clinton Central School District by providing teachers with learning opportunities that help to improve student success.
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Each year, the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties works to fulfill the wishes of many individuals and families who have established scholarship funds to benefit local students and help them continue their educational journey.
This year, five Clinton Central School District teachers were awarded more than $2,800 to broaden their teaching skills and perspectives by the Kirkland Fellowship program.
Two teachers were selected for the fellowship program this year, collectively receiving more than $3,000 to broaden their teaching skills and perspectives.
This year, five teachers were selected for the fellowship program, collectively receiving more than $9,000 to broaden their teaching skills and perspectives.