The Learning Disabilities Association of Arkansas is seeking applicants for the 2017 Ralph G. Norman Scholarship, which is awarded in the amount of $2,500 to an individual with a documented learning disability who will be enrolled in the Fall 2017 at a university, two-year community college, or a vocational/technical training program.

The ideal scholarship recipient is an individual who:

• Recognizes and understands his or her learning disability and is able to self-advocate when necessary

• Is committed to pursuing higher academic study or career training and has begun to set realistic career goals

• Is committed to achieving personal goals despite the challenges of a learning disability

• Participates in school and community activities

To apply for the scholarship, click HERE for the application HERE for the recommendation form. Both are required when applying. (Both forms are available as writable PDFs. Applicants should save the forms to their computer before closing.)

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION

All required materials must be submitted in one packet to be considered for the scholarship. Completed packets should be mailed to: Ralph G. Norman Scholarship Learning Disabilities Association of Arkansas P.O. Box 23514 Little Rock, AR 72221 or e-mailed to info@ldarkansas.org.

Completed application packets must be submitted by April 3, 2017. Please note that materials submitted as part of the application process will not be returned.

Kimberly Newton, Vice President

Dina Andrews

Christy Williams