Tacoma, WA (February 15, 2021) – Pacific Lutheran University student Karyn LaCombe has been named a Nancy Larson Foundation Scholar and awarded a $1000 scholarship in recognition of her inspiring leadership, personal narrative, and academic achievement.
The Nancy Larson Foundation proudly supports students across the country majoring in elementary education by awarding scholarships to deserving students each year. LaCombe is one of eight recipients selected from the many applications received by the Foundation.
In her personal narrative, Karyn shared she remembered dreaming of being a teacher as a child. She went on to share that she had overcome personal challenges and, with the help of several advocates, found success as a single mother. “As a young girl I had many aspirations, one of which was to be a teacher. My best friend supported me and told me to go for it and I have. My dreams have evolved with each step and I hope to inspire hundreds of students in my lifetime to really understand the power that comes with learning.”
“Karyn’s life story of overcoming so many obstacles to focus on teaching and being an important role model for others really impressed us,” remarked Nancy Larson. “She has proven that she will prevail and be a great teacher.”
Larson, a former teacher and curriculum director, has dedicated her life to advancing elementary education. Nancy Larson Science K–5 programs are classroom-tested and prepare children for upper-level science classes and careers in science. The program was written to provide in-depth science content in an easy-to-teach format.