OUR SCHOLARSHIPS

Every summer, four teachers or librarians from Chautauqua County are granted scholarships to participate in the CLSC (Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle). They have the opportunity to enroll in a Literary Arts writing class for four consecutive summers and ultimately graduate from the CLSC after completing the four-year program. Subsequently, these accomplished professionals establish reading circles within their communities, inviting other teachers and students to join them in reading and engaging in discussions about books.

The Circle Scholarships for Teachers and Librarians

This program is currently organized and sponsored by the Alumni Association of the Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Circle. As part of their ongoing efforts to support the scholarship fund, an annual silent auction and sale are held during the summer. This year, the 2026 auction is scheduled from Tuesday, July 7th until Friday, July 10th and again on Sunday, July 12th, running from noon to 5:00 pm.
 

The Alumni Association's Silent Auction Committee accepts donations year-round. If you would like to donate an item or items, please contact us at aaclscchq@gmail.com.

If you would like to read more about our Silent Auction, you may do so here 

If you are interested in supporting our scholarship funds financially, you may donate by clicking the button below and scrolling down to the scholarship donations line. With increased financial support, we can provide more students and teachers in the area with the opportunity to immerse themselves in the enriching and engaging learning environment of Chautauqua.

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