ESA Foundation Scholarships (Epsilon Sigma Alpha)

ESA Foundation Scholarships (Epsilon Sigma Alpha) Various scholarships are available through this site, take a few minutes to fill out an application and apply: How to apply The ESA Foundation awards numerous scholarships annually; this is the process for applying Browse scholarships - From the main scholarship page, start by selecting the state of your residence, not where you go to school Click “Search scholarships” to view the full list of opportunities for the 2013-14 academic years Create a scholarship account – Once you have identified some potential scholarships, click “Apply now” to access our online scholarship application system We'll collect your contact, financial, and academic profile information to customize your scholarship search and speed your online submission Submitting an application - Scholarship applications are submitted online through the automated system and the information collected will be passed along to the scholarship director After submission - When the application has been determined to meet the Foundation's criteria, it is forwarded to Scholarship Coordinator who checks to see that the applicant meets the necessary criteria The application is then sent for judging of the particular scholarship for which the student is applying http://www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org – click Scholarships and Grants and choose Arizona Deadline: Deadline dates vary- apply early!! High School Seniors, Bring Your ‘A’ Game for Wendy’s High School Heisman The Wendy’s High School Heisman (WHSH) Award program is accepting applicants for its 2016 class The Wendy’s High School Heisman Program is looking for all types of high-achieving seniors from more than 29,000 public and private high schools within the U.S We consider young men and women who participate in a wide range of sports and school and community activities If you’re one of the 1.4 million high school athletes across the country that excels in the classroom, on the field, and within your school and community, apply now Or if you’re a teacher, coach, counselor, or administrator, learn how to refer a student And don’t forget to check out the program timeline for important application deadlines and dates Know what it takes: Student Eligibility Criteria To achieve award eligibility for the 2016 Wendy’s High School Heisman Program, students must be seniors during the 2015/2016 academic years, graduating with the class of 2016 Applicants must: Learn: Have a cumulative high school grade point average (GPA) of a B (3.0) or better Perform: Participate in at least one of 27 eligible school-sponsored sports: Badminton Baseball Bowling Canoeing Competitive Weight Lifting Crew Equestrian Fencing Football Golf Ice Hockey Judo Skiing Soccer Swimming and Diving Tennis Volleyball Water Polo Basketball Competitive Spirit/Cheerleading Cross Country Field Hockey Gymnastics Lacrosse Softball Track and Field Wrestling Lead: Be a leader in school and in the community and serve as a role model for underclassman Beginning now through Oct 2, 2015, eligible students can apply at www.WendysHeisman.com for a chance to earn the honored title of WHSH Twelve national finalists and their families will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to New York City where they will attend and be recognized at the official Heisman ceremony Winners – one male student and one female student – will be honored with the WHSH Award during a national ESPN telecast and receive $10,000 for their school, as well as a $500 Wendy’s gift card AES Engineers The consulting firm of AES Engineers is committed to continuing its support of higher education by providing scholarships to deserving students Scholarship Criteria Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study This award is available to high school seniors and all students attending a post-secondary educational facility You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible How to Apply Students must submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words in answer to the following question: When you look back on your life in 30 years, what would it take for you to consider your life successful? What relationships or accomplishments will be important on this journey? Amount of award: $500.00 Deadline for entry: October 7, 2015 Further information, including previous winners, is available on our web site at: http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htm Flinn Scholars This year, 20 of Arizona’s highest-achieving students will become Flinn Scholars, receiving an unparalleled package for undergraduate study: • • • • Free tuition and room and board; Funding for study abroad; Mentorship from brilliant faculty and exposure to world leaders; Fellowship in an extraordinary community of current and alumni Scholars The program, in partnership with Arizona’s three state universities, provides enriched educational offerings that expand Scholars’ life and career options and create the kind of stimulating, intellectually challenging environment that students might find at the nation’s most selective colleges Total dollar value, including the cash value of tuition provided by the universities, exceeds $100,000 We believe, though, that the non-monetary benefits of becoming a Flinn Scholar are much, much more valuable: Application Qualifications • Top percent of class • 3.5 Grade Point Average • 1300 on SAT based on critical reading and math scores only; or 29 on ACT • Outstanding extracurricular activities and leadership skills • U.S Citizenship and two-year Arizona residency For more information and application visit: www.flinnscholars.org Deadline: October 18, 2015 Horatio Alger Arizona Scholarship Program 10 $7,000 Scholarships Awarded Funded through the generosity of the Suzanne and Walter Scott Foundation The Horatio Alger Arizona Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to students in the State of Arizona who have exhibited integrity and perseverance in overcoming personal adversity and who aspire to pursue higher education Eligibility To be eligible to apply for the Horatio Alger Arizona Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria: • • • • • • • • Be enrolled full time as a high school senior in Arizona; be progressing normally toward graduation in spring/summer of 2015 with plans to enter a college in the United States no later than the fall following graduation Exhibit a strong commitment to pursue and complete a bachelor’s degree at an accredited non-profit public or private institution in the United States (students may start their studies at a two-year institution and then transfer to a four-year institution) Demonstrate critical financial need ($55,000 or lower adjusted gross family income is required) Be involved in co-curricular and community service activities Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity Maintain a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 Be a resident of Arizona; and Be a United States citizen - See more at: https://www.horatioalger.org/scholarships Deadline: October 25, 2015 Coca-Cola Scholarships The Coca-Cola Scholars Program Scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to graduating high school seniors each year Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, and their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities Apply Now! Applications are due October 31 The Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation proudly continues its support of Two Year Colleges through the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Program by providing up to $237,500 in stipends 200 stipends are awarded annually across four tiers of recipients in varying amounts: Fifty New Century Gold Scholars are awarded $1,500, fifty Silver Scholars are awarded $1,250, and fifty Bronze Scholars are awarded $1,000 This scholarship is administered by Phi Theta Kappa, and application details can be found on their website, www.ptk.org ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be: • • • • • Current high school (or home-schooled) seniors attending school in the United States (or select DoD schools); U.S Citizens; U.S Nationals; U.S Permanent Residents; Refugees; Asylees; Cuban-Haitian Entrants; or Humanitarian Parolees; Anticipating completion of high school diploma at the time of application; Planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S post-secondary institution; Carrying a minimum 3.00 GPA at the end of their junior year of high school Applicants may not: • Be children or grandchildren of employees, officers or owners of Coca-Cola bottling companies, The Coca-Cola Company, Company divisions or subsidiaries Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise is Phi Theta Kappa’s first scholarship program available to its members to be used during the time they are enrolled in community colleges 180 scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded based on applications submitted by members This scholarship is administered by Phi Theta Kappa, and application details can be found on their website, www.ptk.org www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org Panfilo H Contreras Honorary Student Scholarship The Panfilo H Contreras Honorary Scholarship was awarded for the first time in 2013 by ASBA’s Hispanic-Native American Indian Caucus Hispanic and Native American Indian students who are juniors or seniors in high school are eligible to apply for this scholarship to support their attendance at an accredited post-secondary institution Last year’s scholarships were $1,000 each The scholarships will be presented at the opening session of the ASBA-ASA Annual Conference Only students who have submitted complete entry materials will be considered The committee will designate an alternative recipient to receive the scholarship award if for any reason the initial named recipient is unable to fulfill the award requirements in a timely manner Deadline is Friday, Oct 30, 2015 CRITERIA The worthy student: • Shall be a Hispanic or Native American Indian junior or senior of an accredited public high school in Arizona in a district whose governing board is an active member of the Arizona School Boards Association • • Shall enroll in an accredited institution in Arizona Shall have maintained a high school record that reflects high academic achievement and regular attendance; respectable leadership and citizenship among peers; and sustained participation in school/community activities • Download the criteria SELECTION OF THE RECIPIENT • • • Only students who have submitted complete entry materials will be considered The Scholarship Committee will select the most qualified student in accordance with the award criteria and guidelines The Scholarship Committee shall designate an alternative recipient to receive the scholarship award if for any reason the initially-named recipient is unable to fulfill the award requirements in a timely manner ENTRY MATERIALS • • Completed entry form Narrative statement presenting student’s resume, education and career interests, family background information, school/community activities, leadership roles, academic status/attendance and an explanation of student’s desire and need to receive this scholarship Fill out the form below or download the following PDF files and mail/fax your submission to ASBA • • Student Form Principal Form SEND COMPLETED ENTRY TO: Arizona School Boards Association c/o Panfilo H Contreras Honorary Scholarship 2100 N Central Ave., Suite 200 Phoenix, AZ 85004 Fax: 602.254.1177 Apply Online: http://www.azsba.org/panfilo-contreras-scholarship/ Deadline: Friday, Oct 30, 2015 Stokes Educational Scholarship Prgm About the Program The Stokes Educational Scholarship Program (formerly known as the Undergraduate Training Program) was proposed and introduced into legislation in 1986 Its purpose is to facilitate the recruitment of individuals, particularly minority high school students, who have demonstrated skills critical to NSA Stokes provides a tremendous opportunity to gain valuable experience in your field while attending college and getting a degree Stokes is open to high school seniors planning on majoring in computer science or computer/electrical engineering As an NSA employee with the Stokes Program, you will attend college full-time, receive up to $30,000 per year for tuition and mandatory fees; and work during the summers at NSA for 12 weeks in areas that are related to your course of study You'll acquire realworld experience and receive a year-round salary Please note: must maintain a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale after your freshman year, if selected as a program participant, you are required to work in your area of study for NSA after your college graduation for at least one-andone-half times the length of study If you leave NSA employment earlier, you must reimburse the government for your tuition Application Deadline Applications are accepted September 1st – October 31st of each year Benefits • • • • • • • Tuition and mandatory fees of up to $30,000 per year at the college of your choice Housing and travel entitlements available during summer employment (if the distance between NSA and the school exceeds 75 miles) Year-round salary Guaranteed continued employment with NSA after graduation Receive annual and sick leave and paid federal holidays Health and life insurance Participation in federal retirement plans Qualifications for High School Students - You must major in computer science or computer/electrical engineering and meet the following requirements: • • • • • • Must be a U.S citizen Must be eligible to be granted a security clearance A high school senior at the time of application A minimum SAT/College Board score of 1600 (1100 Critical Reading and Math, 500 in Writing) or ACT of 25 A GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale is preferred Demonstrated leadership abilities Computer Science NSA computer scientists work in such areas as applications programming, computer security and graphics, and the design and implementation of software involving database management systems, real-time systems, networking and distributed processing systems Computer or Electrical Engineering The challenges and experiences in these areas range from pure and applied research, design, development and testing to project management and systems analysis You will be involved in projects that focus on communication systems, computer security and networking, microprocessor applications, software engineering and optics How to Apply Program applications will be accepted between September 1st and October 31st each year Applications must be submitted online and postmarked on or before November 15th Applications received after the deadline, as well as incomplete packets, will not be considered To apply for the Stokes Educational Scholarship Program, applicants must first: • • Submit a resume online during open season by clicking any "Apply Online" link Under "Basic Job Search," type in the keywords "Stokes Educational Scholarship Program" and click on "Search." Select "Stokes Educational Scholarship Program" and click "Apply Now." Follow the directions as prompted Once your resume has been submitted online, please submit the following by mail: o Letter of Recommendation from a teacher/counselor/advisor who can attest to your academic ability o One-page essay entitled, "I want a career at NSA because " o An official transcript from your high school which indicates your unweighted cumulative GPA and class rank (if applicable) o Photocopy of your SAT/ACT or College Board scores (required for all high school students) o Three (3) pages of supplemental information, if desired This information can be anything that would enhance your application, such as an original essay, etc Extracurricular activities School activities Leadership positions held Submit your completed application package to: National Security Agency, 9800 Savage Rd, Suite 6779 Fort George G Meade, MD 20755-6779 Attention: MB3, Stokes Program For more information If you would like additional information about the Stokes Educational Scholarship Program, please contact us at the address above or call us at 1-866-NSA-HIRE or 410854-4725 https://www.nsa.gov/careers/opportunities_4_u/students/stokes.shtml Deadline: October 31st COCA-COLA SCHOLARSHIP OVER $25,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS FOR COLLEGE-BOUND STUDENTS! In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Coca-Cola is helping students achieve their college dreams Coca-Cola is giving rising college freshmen the opportunity to enter for a chance to win $10,000 or $1,000 college scholarships Here's How To Apply: Visit Coke.com/ForTheDream Click apply and submit your application from Sept to Oct 31, 2015 The application includes four short essay questions about students': -Future dreams -Academic achievements -Contributions to their community -And what they plan is to with their college education Potential winners will be notified on or around November 30, 2015 CLICK HERE TO APPLY! Need more information? Go to Coke.com/ForTheDream #ForTheDream Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME) The Gila Valley Chapter of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy, and Exploration (SME) is offering scholarships for students pursuing degrees associated with the mining industry Scholarships will be available in the amount of $8000 ($1,000 per semester, renewable for up to years) In order to qualify, applicants must: o Be graduates of Safford, Thatcher, Ft Thomas, Mt Graham, Pima, or any other/alternative High Schools (Online, Homeschool) located in Graham County o Desire to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in mining engineering, metallurgical engineering, chemical engineering, geology, or geological engineering Alternate consideration will be given to students in other disciplines of engineering, science, or mathematics with the intent of working in the mining industry o Graduate with a G.P.A of 3.0 or higher, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, confirmed after each semester, to maintain scholarship eligibility Students who are planning to graduate or have graduated from the high schools listed above in 2016 should contact their guidance counselors for applications, which will be made available in Spring 2016 Applications should be completed, attached to a resume, and returned to: John Nunley Freeport-McMoRan – Safford Operations 8500 N Freeport-McMoRan Rd Safford, AZ 85546 Email: john_nunley@fmi.com Ph: 928-965-0544 Emailed applications are preferred, but not required Applications are due by Awards to successful applicants will be made by May 27th, 2016 **Application available in the Counseling office or on go to District Services – Counseling Department – Forms/Documents May 20th, 2016 the thatcherud.org web site – B.Davis Scholarship Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 This Scholarship is available to all high school juniors and seniors as well as all students currently registered in any post secondary institution • • • There is no age restriction Be sure to include your name and the school you are attending this year and next This is not an academic scholarship but we would like to know where you are going to school now and what your future academic plans are Please not send transcripts or letters of recommendation at this time Application Procedure To apply for this scholarship you will need to write an essay of less than 1000 words on the topic below: Your submissions must be sent to us by email at awards@studentawardsearch.com Describe the three characteristics of leadership you value most Discuss why you believe that these traits are so important and how you feel that they are developed in an individual Please visit our website at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm to read about us and to provide your students with an opportunity to apply for our scholarship Deadline: May 23, 2016 ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION: INGEBRITSON FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP • "Ingebritson Family Scholarship" Award: - $3,000 scholarship for four-year college - $2,000 scholarship for two-year college To Study: Nursing, Education, Finance, or Engineering At: Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, Maricopa Community Colleges, Yavapai College, or Eastern Arizona College Description: Open to students planning to enroll full-time at a selected Arizona institution Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 Selection based on financial need as demonstrated by the FAFSA and intended field of study Deadline: May 29 Procedure: See web site for instructions Contact: Arizona Community Foundation 2201 East Camelback Road, Suite 405B Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone: 602.381.1400 Toll-free: 800.222.8221 E-mail: scholarship@azfoundation.org Web: http://www.azfoundation.org/ ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION: KAY T DEMICHELE ANGEL TREE SCHOLARSHIP • "Kay T DeMichele Angel Tree Scholarship" Award: Number and amount varies; renewable To Study: Any field of study At: Any accredited Arizona community college or US university Description: Open to graduating high school seniors planning to attend a college or university full time Must have a parent who is/was incarcerated in any state prison system Must have a 2.5 GPA and demonstrate potential and motivation to be successful in a higher education program Selection based on academic achievement and letters of recommendation Deadline: May 29 Procedure: See web site for instructions Contact: Arizona Community Foundation 2201 East Camelback Road, Suite 405B Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone: 602.381.1400 Toll-free: 800.222.8221 E-mail: scholarship@azfoundation.org Web: http://www.azfoundation.org/ ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION: MCLAREN SCHOLARSHIP • • "McLaren Scholarship" Award: At least one scholarship of varying amount; renewable To Study: Any field of study At: Any accredited community college or university in Arizona Description: Open to former or current foster care youth graduating from high school or current full-time undergraduate college student Preference will be given to students that were in foster care in Arizona Selection based on financial need Deadline: May 29 Procedure: See web site for instructions Contact: Arizona Community Foundation 2201 East Camelback Road, Suite 405B Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone: 602.381.1400 Toll-free: 800.222.8221 E-mail: scholarship@azfoundation.org Web: http://www.azfoundation.org/ ARIZONA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION: RICK OEHME MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP • "Rick Oehme Memorial Scholarship" Award: Number and amount varies; renewable Should funds be available, the application will be considered To Study: Any field of study At: Any trade or vocational school Description: Open to graduating high school seniors from a school in Arizona Previous Arizona graduates may apply but preference is given to students who are high school seniors at the time of application Must be passionate about selected field of study Selection based on supplemental questions Deadline: May 29 Procedure: See web site for instructions Contact: Arizona Community Foundation 2201 East Camelback Road, Suite 405B Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone: 602.381.1400 Toll-free: 800.222.8221 E-mail: scholarship@azfoundation.org Web: http://www.azfoundation.org/ SINO-AMERICAN PHARMACEUTICAL PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATION: SAPA SCHOLARSHIP Award: - $1,000 scholarships; non-renewable To Study: Applied Sciences At: Any four-year college or university Description: $1,000 award for a high school senior who is planning to attend a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited 4-year college or university with a major related to life sciences Must have a minimum GPA of 3.3, a minimum SAT score of 2000 or ACT score of 30, and be a US citizen or a legal resident alien Deadline: May 30 Application Application form, transcript, essay, references Requirements: Contact: Scholarship Chair Sino-American Pharmaceutical Professionals Association PO Box 3228 212 Carnegie Center Princeton, NJ 08543 E-mail: sapa_scholarship@yahoo.com Web: http://www.sapaweb.org/new/index.htm AMERICAN NURSERY AND LANDSCAPE ASSOCIATION: MUGGETS SCHOLARSHIP Award: To Study: - $1,500 scholarship; non-renewable Last year award was made for $2,500 Horticulture/Floriculture, Landscape Architecture At: Any two-year college, four-year college, trade/technical school, or university Description: Annual scholarship available to students enrolled in an accredited undergraduate or graduate horticulture, landscape, or related discipline at a 2- or 4-year institution Students in vocational agriculture programs will also be considered High school seniors may apply for this scholarship Minimum 2.5 GPA required Online application submission For details, visit:http://www.HRIresearch.org Deadline: May 31 Application Requirements: Contact: Application form, transcript, financial need analysis, essay, references Teresa Jodon Executive Director Horticultural Research Institute 1200 G Street, NW, Suite 800 Washington, DC 20005 Phone: 202.695.2474 Fax: 888.761.7883 E-mail: scholarships@hriresearch.org Web: http://www.hriresearch.org/ AVERMEDIA INFORMATION, INC.: AVERVISION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM Award: - $2,500 scholarships; non-renewable At: Any four-year college or university Description: Scholarship will be awarded to two graduating high school seniors entering an accredited four-year college Applicants must submit a one-page essay answering the question: "Explain how classroom technology has changed throughout your educational path How has classroom technology impacted your learning?" Deadline: May 31 Contact: Scholarship Chair AVerMedia Information, Inc 423 Dixon Landing Road Milpitas, CA 95035 Web: http://www.averusa.com/ SOURCE SUPPLY COMPANY: SOURCE SUPPLY SCHOLARSHIP Award: - $1,000 scholarship; non-renewable Last year award was made for $1,000 At: Any two-year college, four-year college, trade/technical school, or university Description: $1,000 scholarship awarded based on an essay Open to students in the United States who are currently enrolled as full-time college freshmen, sophomores and juniors, as well as high school seniors For more details visit website: http://sourcesupplycompany.com/tSSC_CollegeScholarship.aspx Deadline: May 31 Application Essay, entry in a contest Requirements: Contact: Dave Brown Owner Source Supply Company Bellecor Drive Suite 104 New Castle, PA 19720 Phone: 302.328.5110 E-mail: Info@SourceSupplyCompany.com Web: http://sourcesupplycompany.com/ TOSTITOS CESAR CHAVEZ SCHOLARSHIP • Award: To Study: "Cesar Chavez Scholarship Fund" 11 - $7,500 scholarships; nonrenewable Any field of study At: Any Arizona educational institution Description: Open to Latino residents of Arizona who are beginning or continuing studies full-time at an Arizona educational institution Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA Award recipients will be required to complete 30 hours of service to the Pepsi Co/Frito Lay Adelante Employee Group within twelve months of award Applicant's immediate family members are not eligible for the award within twelve calendar months (siblings, parents or children) Selection based on academic excellence, leadership in extra-curricular activities, commitment to volunteer service in the community, and financial need Deadline: May 31; application period is January through May 31 Procedure: Contact: Submit the following: Completed application Essay Two letters of recommendation Official transcripts Copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR) If financially dependent on parents, a copy of the first two pages of their most recently filed IRS Form 1040 or, if they have not filed an IRS Form, a copy of their most recent W-2 forms, if available Tostitos Cesar Chavez Scholarship Fund 1440 East Washington, Suite 110 Phoenix, AZ 85034 Phone: 213.362.0260 E-mail: scholarship@chavezfoundation.org Web: http://chavezfoundation.org Future Oncologist Scholarship At Phoenix CyberKnife we treat a myriad of conditions, including lung cancer, prostate cancer, brain cancer, liver cancer, pancreatic cancer, and kidney cancer We off er cancer patients an alternative to surgery with our CyberKnife system This system allows doctors to deliver high doses of radiation specifi cally to a tumor To learn more about the conditions we treat, visit our conditions page Phoenix CyberKnife is committed to helping young ambitious students in our area, which is why we are off ering a $500 scholarship to one qualifying student Follow the instructions below to apply for the Future Oncologist Scholarship Click here for the application: http://phoenixcyberknifecenter.com/phoenix-cyberknifescholarship/ Deadline: June 15th ANGEL MEDFLIGHT SCHOLARSHIP FOR EXCELLENCE IN AVIATION Award: - $3,000 scholarship To Study: Aviation At: Any aviation-related program at a two- or fouryear college or university in Arizona Description: Open to US citizens who have established enrollment at an Arizona college or university as a full-time aviation student Must have a GPA of 3.0 or above Selection based on intended field of study, biography, and academic achievement Deadline: July 11 Procedure: Submit the following: Completed application form Video biography Resume Official school transcript Two recommendation letters Contact: Angel MedFlight Attn: Scholarship Committee 8014 East McClain, Suite 220 Scottsdale, AZ 85260 Phone: 877.264.3570 Fax: 888.883.9506 Web: http://www.angelmedflight.com/azbaaschola rship.html Deadlin July 11 e: Daughters of the American Revolution, Gila Valley Chapter Patriotic Essay Contest A $500 scholarship to be awarded to a winning essay on one of the following topics: What my American heritage means to me as I go forward to serve as a citizen of the United States How the sacrifices of the Founding Fathers of the United States are relevant to me today as a young citizen of the United States Based on love and appreciation for sacrifices made by the early patriots of this nation, what I intend to to keep the patriotic spirit alive in my family and community Requirements: Student must be a student of any grade at one of the Gila Valley high schools (or home school) and taking dual enrollment courses at EAC, where this scholarship can be used to offset tuition, books, or transportation costs Rules: Essay should be between 450-750 words It should be typed, double spaced, in 12-point Times New Roman font, standard margins Entries must include a cover sheet with name, topic chosen, school name, and contact information of the applicant No name should appear on the essay itself Any quotations from books, Internet sites, or other media must be correctly cited No plagiarism will be countenanced All work must be the applicant’s own No member of the judging committee’s families may enter Judging Criteria: Each essay will be read by three judges Judges will look for content, clarity, organization, and heart—the essayist’s love for our nation Daughters of the American Revolution is an organization dedicated to perpetuating an appreciation for the sacrifices that were made in the formation of our great nation Winners of this essay contest will demonstrate a patriotic spirit, as well as a desire to keep the flame of love of country alive, while also expressing appreciation for the sacrifices made by our forefathers Essays should be printed and mailed via snail mail to: Jennifer Griffith 290 Cochise St Safford AZ 85546 Or they can also be emailed to authorjennifergriffith@gmail.com Deadline: August 27th ... These scholarships are not to be confused with the 500 Elks National Foundation Most Valuable Student Scholarships. ) Ranging from $1,000 per year to $12,500 per year, Most Valuable Student scholarships. .. day Personnel at GE and The Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation cannot address applicant questions Apply Online: www.reaganfoundation.org /scholarships Deadline: January ASU’s Leadership Scholarship... support their attendance at an accredited post-secondary institution Last year’s scholarships were $1,000 each The scholarships will be presented at the opening session of the ASBA-ASA Annual Conference