Student Tamieka Botfield awarded Nurses & Midwives Health scholarship

Tamieka Botfield from Melville High School has received the Nurses and Midwives Health Scholarship (NSW) at the recent Public Education Foundation’s (PEF) Proudly Public! awards ceremony in Sydney.

A confirmation of purpose

Tamieka Botfield, with Teachers Health Board Chair Maree O’Halloran

The scholarship provides financial support to public high school students in NSW who intend to complete a nursing or midwifery course after finishing year 12. 

For Tamieka, this means is more than just financial assistance. It’s a powerful affirmation of her chosen path. “This scholarship represents much more than financial support—it’s a validation of my passion and drive to really make a difference in the lives of women and their wellbeing choices,” she explained.

“This opportunity will define my professional career path in ways I could never have imagined.”

Funding a brighter future

Teachers Health Group CEO Brad Joyce emphasised the importance of identifying and investing in students like Tamieka.

“Our PEF scholarships not only support high potential students’ studies and professional pathways, but also make a significant difference to their personal lives and future.

“It is an absolute privilege to support Tamieka as [she] continue[s] to learn and develop [her] passions and educational opportunities. We truly admire [her] passion... and drive to succeed.

“Now in its 10th year, our partnership with the Public Education Foundation is so important to us – by empowering and supporting students at a pivotal time in their lives, we can help make a meaningful impact both now and into the future”.

David Hetherington, Public Education Foundation Board Chair, added: “Scholarships like these are not just about financial assistance, they are about changing lives and opening doors to opportunities.

“They have the power to transform the trajectory of a scholar’s life, enabling them to pursue their dreams and aspirations without the burden of financial stress.

“We greatly value our partnership with Teachers Health Group, as together we can empower these remarkable students to reach their full potential and make a lasting impact in their communities”.