Elisabeth Wojciuk Memorial Scholarship Information
Beth was a 1994 graduate from Johnson Creek High School and went on to study history at St. Ambrose University. In 2000, Beth started working as a paraprofessional at Verona High School working with students with learning differences. During this time, she came to the realization that teaching was her passion. Beth went back to school and earned her teaching certificate in 2011, spending the next three years between Edgerton and Verona High Schools. Outside of teaching, Beth spent time as a respite caregiver for many of her students, as well as others in the community.
In 2014, Beth followed her heart and embarked on a journey that would shape the rest of her life; she accepted a Learning Support position in Thailand to pursue her love of teaching and travel. Beth began her international teaching career at Prem Tinsulanonda International School in Chiang Mai, where she dedicated five years, inspiring students with her vibrant spirit and deep commitment to education.
In 2020, Beth’s journey led her to the Western Academy of Beijing (WAB), where she worked on the Learning Support team as the Head of Department. Beth flourished as a teacher and mentor. She made every student feel seen, heard, and valued with her trademark Monday/Friday memes and her larger than life laugh. Beth gave herself wholeheartedly to each student whose life she touched, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and inspiration to students from around the world.
The purpose of the Elisabeth Wojciuk Memorial Scholarship is to give financial assistance to a graduating senior or alumni from Johnson Creek High School who continues their education at a postsecondary institution. (Given in honor of Beth Wojciuk)
Criteria
- Graduating senior from Johnson Creek High School
- Preference given to students pursuing a degree in education
- GPA of at least 3.0 or be in the top 25% of the class
- Possess leadership qualities e. JCHS alumni are eligible
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