The Oregon Community Foundation will award $10,000 in four scholarships to students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education program this fall at Columbia Gorge Community College.  There is a significant shortage of qualified child care professionals in the Mid-Columbia region and across the Northwest.  The college offers instruction leading to certificates and Associate’s degrees in Early Childhood Education.  Those interested in pursuing a career in early childhood care and education and would like to find out how to access the scholarships can contact Child Care Partners professional development navigator Ryan Brusco by phone at (541) 506-6133 or email at rbrusco@cgcc.edu.