Golden Apple Foundation

Congratulations to our new Chair of the Board of Directors, Stacey Bolton, who has been featured in Crain's Chicago Business "People On The Move." As Northern Trust Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer, Asset Servicing, Stacey brings invaluable leadership after over a decade of dedicated service on our board. He will focus on expanding Golden Apple's impact in addressing the nationwide teacher shortage to ensure every student has access to exceptional educators. Read more: https://bit.ly/4iGlRIu #GoldenApple #Education #Leadership #ChicagoBusiness

The Golden Apple Foundation is seeking a passionate education professional to join our team as a Manager of Mentoring! In this role, you'll assist in the management of Mentors who support our new teacher induction programs. Teaching Scholars in our Golden Apple Scholars program and Accelerators in our Golden Apple Accelerators program are supported through mentoring and professional development during their initial years of teaching by working with an experienced team of Mentors. What you'll do: - Coaching 25-35 Mentors across Golden Apple’s programs who are beginning level. - Mentor beginning teachers in our two teacher preparation pipeline programs, with an emphasis on those who are 1st year teachers - Collect necessary performance data and documentation from mentors and teachers and ensure comprehensive and accurate record-keeping in our master system-of-record - Coordinating calendars and schedules for Professional Development delivered by key partners and Mentors as well as other stakeholders Learn more and apply now: https://lnkd.in/gYNXrTAS

From Illinois to Michigan to New Mexico, Golden Apple is nurturing educational leaders through our Scholars and Accelerators programs. We provide comprehensive support – including social-emotional learning and leadership training – to ensure our educators thrive in challenging environments across all three states. Your donation invests in future leaders who will shape the world of education: https://lnkd.in/gTHFRMhZ

Sometimes, the right opportunity comes when you least expect it. For Sage Baeza, that moment happened in his college dorms when a neighbor introduced him to the Golden Apple Scholars Program in New Mexico. After learning about the mentorship, hands-on training, and career preparation Golden Apple provides, he knew it was something worth pursuing. Since joining the program, he’s gained real classroom experience, built meaningful connections, and grown into the educator he wants to be. For future teachers, the right support can make all the difference. Golden Apple provides aspiring educators in New Mexico with the tools, experience, and community they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond. High school seniors, there’s still time to apply! Don’t miss your chance to join the Golden Apple Scholars Program in New Mexico. Apply today before the April 1st deadline: https://lnkd.in/gQTQbX6p

Golden Apple is addressing teacher shortages and promoting educational equity across Illinois, Michigan, and New Mexico. Our Scholars program recruits diverse talent for long-term impact, while our Accelerators program quickly prepares passionate individuals to fill immediate needs. Together, these initiatives ensure students in all three states have access to educators who reflect their communities. Your donation supports this vital work in urban and rural areas alike: https://lnkd.in/gTHFRMhZ

For Mykalia Dayish, becoming a teacher wasn’t just about learning how to manage a classroom. She wanted to grow—personally and professionally—in a way that would prepare her for the challenges and rewards of teaching. The Golden Apple Scholars Program in New Mexico has not only provided her with hands-on experience but also with a supportive environment where she could develop her skills, gain confidence, and build relationships with educators who share her passion. Scholars become part of a network of mentors, peers, and experts who help shape them into the teachers they aspire to be. For future educators who want more than just a degree, the Golden Apple Scholars Program in New Mexico offers the opportunity to grow, connect, and step into the classroom ready to make a difference. High school seniors, take the next step in your teaching journey—apply to the Golden Apple Scholars Program in New Mexico today: https://lnkd.in/gQTQbX6p Applications close on April 1st.

From first-generation college students in Chicago to career-changers in Grand Rapids, Golden Apple Scholars and Accelerators are committed to transforming education in schools-of-need. By supporting our programs, you're investing in potential and breaking cycles of educational inequity in Illinois, Michigan, and New Mexico. Be part of this educational revolution: https://lnkd.in/gTHFRMhZ

Golden Apple Scholar in New Mexico Miranda Valdez was honored this week at the New Mexico State Legislature! Miranda received a prestigious award recognizing her selection to the Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society New Mexico All-State Team—an achievement reached by less than 10% of students. Congratulations, Miranda! #GoldenAppleScholars #AcademicExcellence #NewMexico #TeachGolden

Every exceptional teacher starts with someone who believes in their potential. Who comes to mind when you think of a student with the passion and drive to lead in the classroom? The Golden Apple Scholars Program in Illinois offers up to $23,000 in financial assistance for college, inclusive of paid professional development, extensive classroom teaching experience, instruction from award-winning educators and expert partners, academic and social-emotional support, job placement assistance, and mentoring in the first years of teaching—equipping future educators to excel where they’re needed most. Know someone who could inspire the next generation? Refer them today: https://bit.ly/4cF6FYE #GoldenAppleScholars #TeachIllinois #ReferATeacher

Today we are thrilled to announce the six finalists for the 2025 Golden Apple Awards for Excellence in Leadership! Congratulations to these exceptional leaders in education. Send them a note to say congrats here: https://lnkd.in/gRt7-ets #LeadGolden