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Posted By: The Reporter November 4, 2025
Teachers of Tomorrow (ToT), the nation’s leading Educator Preparation Program (EPP), announced last month the winners for its annual New Teacher Scholarship. Two aspiring teachers in Indiana, with unique and inspiring backgrounds, were among the winners.
One of those winners was Fishers’ very own Ashley Searcy.
“I want to be my students’ ‘coach’ if they have emotions or problems that they can’t figure out on their own,” Searcy. “I want to be a cheerleader to help instill their confidence with academics or with their after-school activities.”
Proudly celebrating its 20th Anniversary this year, ToT has certified over 85,000 teachers nationwide. The 20 aspiring teachers will be awarded up to $6,000 in scholarships to cover the entire cost of ToT’s program fee.
“All of us have been positively impacted by caring, talented teachers who made a genuine difference in our lives,” ToT CEO Dr. Heath Morrison said. “At Teachers of Tomorrow, we strive to encourage and support teaching candidates who will enrich classrooms with their real-world experiences and perspectives. High-quality teachers create an environment where students thrive.”
While Indiana has made significant gains in recent years on the Nation’s Report Card, the state continues to struggle with a significant teacher shortage. ToT is working to fill teacher vacancies and ensure every student has a high-quality teacher in their classroom.
Click here to see a full list of winners.
