"Education must not simply teach work. It must teach life." W.E.B. Du Bois
The Tyson W. McCormick Raptor Explorer Award
Honoring the legacy of Tyson W. McCormick
The Tyson W. McCormick Raptor Explorer Award
Honoring the legacy of Tyson W. McCormick
Purpose
To reduce financial barriers for students seeking to participate in educational travel abroad,
helping them grow through exposure to new cultures, languages, and global perspectives.
Eligibility
● Current or rising Sophomore or Junior student at Academic Magnet High School who
has never been out of the continental United States
● Accepted or approved to participate in a school-sponsored international trip
● Good academic and behavioral standing
● Willingness to share a brief reflection after the trip
Award Distribution
Up to $1,000 per student
(Multiple awards may be granted annually)
Application & Deadline Requirements
Applications will be reviewed and final selections made by the School Principal, Guidance Director, and Science Department Head. Beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year, applicants shall submit interest and the requirements outlined below as established by school administration.
● Completed application form
● 300-word essay: “Why travel is important to me.”
● Parent/guardian permission form
● Proof of acceptance to the school-sponsored trip
Deadline: Rolling or set by trip schedule, as guided by a faculty sponsor (e.g., at least 60 days before deposits are due).
Help AMHS See the World.
This endowment will be managed by the Academic Magnet Foundation until it reaches a balance of $25,000, at which time, it will be held in perpetuity by the Coastal Community Foundation.
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