The Goddard School Accepting Applications For The 8th Annual Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship

    KING OF PRUSSIA, PA, January 15, 2016 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Goddard Systems, Inc. (GSI), the national franchisor of The Goddard School preschool system focused on learning through play, is now accepting applications for the 8th annual Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship. Awarded annually to one high school senior who graduated from The Goddard School Pre-Kindergarten or Kindergarten program, the prestigious scholarship honors an alumnus whose work ethic and perseverance parallels that of Anthony A. Martino, the founder of The Goddard School franchise system.

Three finalists will be selected based on academic record, participation in school, community service, work experience, expressed goals and aspirations along with a video submission. Awarding more than $70,000 through the Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship, The Goddard School continues to provide windows of opportunity to college-bound alumni.

"At The Goddard School, our mission is to teach and prepare children during their most formative years. We use fun, hands-on activities to instill a healthy love of learning while encouraging their natural curiosity. In an age of academic pressure and overscheduling, learning through play is more important than ever," said Joseph Schumacher, CEO of Goddard Systems, Inc. "The Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship signifies our continuing commitment to students who have graduated from our program, and we are pleased to provide our most promising alumni with financial assistance to help fulfill their collegiate aspirations."

Applications must be submitted by March 11, 2016 to be considered for the scholarship. The finalists for the scholarship will be selected and notified on or before April 4, 2016 and will be posted on Goddard System, Inc.'s social media accounts by April 25, 2016. The recipient will be selected and announced on or beforeMay 10, 2016. Only one recipient will be selected for the Anthony A. Martino Memorial Scholarship.

For more information on scholarship rules and criteria, please visit http://www.goddardschool.com/approach-to-education/scholarship. For more information on The Goddard School, please visit http://www.goddardschool.com.

Learning for fun. Learning for life. For nearly 30 years, The Goddard School has used the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to six years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Talented teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners. The Goddard School's AdvancED- and Middle States-accredited F.L.EX. Learning Program (Fun Learning Experience) reaches more than 50,000 students in more than 440 Goddard Schools in 35 states. The Goddard School's comprehensive play-based curriculum, developed with early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success. To learn more about The Goddard School, please visit http://www.goddardschool.com.

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