Northwest District (NWD)

The Northwest District is composed of Erie, Mercer, Cameron, Warren, Venango, Clarion, McKean, Forest, Jefferson, Crawford, and Elk counties.


 

DONNA BOUCHER AWARD – Accepting Applications

Donna Boucher believed strongly in the support of students preparing for a career in Physical Therapy and served as a mentor to many. 

Purpose: The Donna Boucher Award Fund provides financial support for students who reside in the geographic region encompassed by the Northwest District enrolled in entry-level PT and PTA educational programs.  Individuals receiving the award may utilize the funds to support attendance at professional meetings, and/or purchase textbooks and other required materials for their educational program.

Process: Students seeking consideration should submit their name, address, school, anticipated graduation date, statement of need, and an explanation of how the funds would be utilized. 

Students must also secure recommendations from 1) a clinician within the Northwest District, and 2) a faculty member in their educational program.

All applications are due (all information) by October 4, 2024. 

Eligibility:          

  • The student will be from the Northwest District, enrolled in a program outside of the district, or will be a student enrolled in a PT/PTA program within the Northwest District.
  • The student is a current member (in good standing) of the APTA/APTA-PA.

Award: $200.00 and a plaque to be awarded to the student

Additionally, the District will fund the student’s next year’s APTA membership dues (student rate or career starter rate only).

Submit today


 

News and Events

Officers

Jennifer Green-Wilson
Northwest District Director
Term ends: 12/31/24
Eddie St. Clair
Northwest District Vice Chair
Term ends: 12/31/25
Holly Tkacik
Northwest District Secretary
Term ends: 12/31/24
Vacant
Northwest District Treasurer
Term ends: 

Committees and Liaisons

Donna Skelly
Northwest District Nominating Committee
Term ends: 12/31/2026




Northwest District Mental Health Resources

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