Each year, Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana awards over $18,000 to educators and those seeking teacher certification to assist with instruction and professional development.  

The following chart is an at-a-glance overview of the various award opportunities.  Click on award links for more details. 

Name of Award	Amount	Eligibility	Deadline
J.Y. Sanders Social Studies Scholarships	Up to $500	A+PEL Members Teaching in the Social Sciences	October 1
Associate Member Professional Development Scholarships	Up to $500	A+PEL Associate Members	October 1
Professional Development Scholarships	$3,000 total available	Professional Educators	October 1
Student Teacher Scholarships	$500 each	Student Teachers	March 1 (Spring), October 1 (Fall)
1st Year Teacher Grant	$500 each 6 awarded	Professional Educators	October 1
Instructional Grant	$500 each 6 awarded	Professional Educators	October 1
Mini Grants	Up to $300 $6,000 total available	A+PEL Professional Members	No Deadline
Associate Mini Grants	Up to $300	A+PEL Associate Members	No Deadline