Hill County Electric is proud to offer a unique opportunity to rural communities. Recruiting and retaining good, quality educators in rural schools is a significant problem in Montana. HCE will annually present an area teacher with a $1,500 award through our Teacher Appreciation Program (renewable one-time) to a current or incoming educator who teaches at a Class B or smaller school district in HCE’s service area. Funds may be matched by one of HCE’s partner companies.
Program Requirements
Teach in a B or smaller school district
Award is paid after completing the school year
Teacher does not have to be a member or member-dependent
Application Requirement
Letter of Interest
Introduce yourself and your area of study
Explain what influenced your decision to become a teacher
Convey why you currently teach or want to teach in a rural community
Include:
Any other qualifications or interests that you think we should know about you.
Positions of leadership
Previous awards received
Participation in group activities
Community service
Explain how a $1,500 award (renewable one-time) would encourage you to stay in your rural community for the next two years.
Letter of Recommendation
Current Teachers - Include one letter of recommendation from your principal or other administrator
Incoming Teacher – Include one letter from someone related to your study of education