MCTS Hosts 9th Annual Rosa Parks Tribute and Scholarship Opportunity for Milwaukee County High School Seniors

MILWAUKEE (November 26, 2024) — In honor of Rosa Parks and her legacy of courage, MCTS will once again reserve a seat on every bus in its fleet from Sunday, December 1 through Tuesday, December 3. Each reserved seat will feature a red rose and a commemorative placard with Parks’ photo, paying tribute to her pivotal role in the civil rights movement. The sign reads, “On the anniversary of her courageous act, MCTS salutes Rosa Parks, Claudette Colvin, and all who made a seat available for everyone.”

In addition to the bus tribute, MCTS encourages Milwaukee County high school seniors planning to attend a trade school, college, or university to apply for the annual Rosa Parks Tribute Scholarship. Applicants are invited to submit a brief essay inspired by Parks’ words: “Each person must live their life as a model for others.” The scholarship application deadline is Monday, January 6, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. Three winning students will each receive a $1,000 scholarship toward their educational pursuits, with winners announced in February on Parks’ birthday and Transit Equity Day.

“With this tribute, we aim to honor the strength and legacy of Rosa Parks and others who stood against injustice, paving the way for equality in public transportation and beyond,” said Julie Esch, MCTS Interim Managing Director. “We hope this annual recognition and scholarship inspire the next generation to lead with courage and purpose.”

For more details on the Rosa Parks Scholarship and MCTS’s community outreach programs, please visit RideMCTS.com/Scholarship.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.