EDmarket - Scholarships Awards

John Spalding
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Since 1987, the Education Market Association (EDmarket) has provided an annual scholarship for their members and families. The John L. Spalding (JLS) Memorial Scholarship, awards $5,000 to an outstanding college student. The JLS memorial scholarship applications are judged by the Chairman's Advisory Committee.

Eligibility

Only employees of EDmarket member companies or individual members and/or their children are eligible.
Sponsoring EDmarket member companies or individuals are qualified only if dues are current.
Applicants must use the scholarship for undergraduate work.
Applications must be typed and completed in full, including signature, date, and all other requested information submitted by March 31, 2023.

Questions? Contact Adrienne Dayton at adayton@edmarket.org or 301-495-0234.

Congratulations to the 2023 JLS Winner: Logan Andreyko, sponsored by Tammy Andreyko, Superintendent at the Quaker Valley School District, and a member of the EDmarket Education Council

Logan Andreyko

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Complete List of Past Recipients

2021 Anna Grace Young, sponsored by Educate & Celebrate
2018 Matilyn Garvin, sponsored by GA School Supply
2017 Carly Degard, sponsored by Sharp School Services, Inc.
2016 Jeffrey Drew Henize, sponsored by Teacher Created Resources
2015 Mikalya Rolfs, sponsored by School Specialty
2014 Hunter Winslet, sponsored by Scholarcraft
2013 Michael Gattas, sponsored by The Knowledge Tree
2012 Shannon Little, sponsored by Trend Enterprises
2011 Lauren Plamann, sponsored by The Learning Shop
2010 Colin Leidell, sponsored by The Learning Shop
Morgan Pitz, sponsored by School Specialty
2009 Crystal Ann Costello, sponsored by School Specialty
Alicia Miller, sponsored by Creative Catalog Concepts
2008 Theresa Ryckman, sponsored by Pacon Corp.
2007 Laura Grunewald, sponsored by Frank Cooney Co.
Erin Kelley, sponsored by The Book Vendor
2006 Kimberly Dyar, sponsored by Shick School & Office Supply
2005 Sarah Pride, sponsored by Home Life, Inc.
2003 Matthew Driscoll, sponsored by Paragon Furniture
2002 Brittany Belson, sponsored by Best-Rite Mfg.
2001 Evan Faheem Ghazi, sponsored by Global Business Products
2000 Mindy Dolnick, sponsored by Sax Arts & Crafts
1999 Jessica Lepler, sponsored by L.L. Weans
1998 Sarah Wonak, sponsored by Wonak & Associates
1997 Ann Reidel, sponsored by School Specialty, Inc.
1996 Misty Lynne Cronemiller, sponsored by Child Care
1995 Jodi Meharry, sponsored by Shick Supply & Equip.
1994 Heidi Nicole Woodlum, sponsored by Royal Seating
Christina Coltey, sponsored by Parent-Teacher Connection
1993 Roxanne Rae Willis, sponsored by Bemiss-Jason
1992 Lorri Beth McCrannels, sponsored by J. L. Hammett
1991 Brenda Gray, sponsored by School Specialty, Inc.
1990 John Sorg, sponsored by Econ-o-line of America
1989 Jamie Meharry, sponsored by Shick Supply & Equip.
1988 Janet Wynn, sponsored by School Mate, Inc.
1987 Magel McDilda, sponsored by J.S. Latta, Inc.

David McCurrach Distinguished Service Award

David McCurrach
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The David McCurrach Distinguished Service Award was first presented in 1989 in honor of a man who served as Executive Director of the Association from 1952-82. This prestigious award is given annually to an active EDmarket member who has exhibited dedication to the Association or contributed special outstanding services over the years.

The membership at large can submit recommendations during the leadership nomination process for review and selection by the Nominating Committee.

COMING SOON! 2024 David McCurrach Distinguished Service Award Call for Nominations

Congratulations to the 2021 McCurrach Winner: Tom Brennan, School Outfitters

Tom Brennan

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Complete List of Past Recipients