Poquoson Youth Football and Cheerleading Association (PYFCA)

Scholarship Application

2017

PYFCA is offering individual $500 scholarship for a minimum of two graduating seniors whose sportsmanship and participation in PYFCA reflects the highest standards of honesty, integrity, leadership, and dedication. We seek to recognize former football players and cheerleaders who have dedicated themselves to giving the most to improving their own abilities while constantly striving to make the team better. Awards will also be based on classroom participation.

Eligibility requirements for this award are as follows:

  • Senior at Poquoson High School
  • Plans to attend a two or four-year college or technical program
  • Has a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better after seven semesters of High School
  • Must have participated in the PYFCA program for at least 2 years

To apply for the scholarship, a complete application must be turned into the Counseling Office no later than May 1st. An application package must contain:

  1. Application cover sheet.
  2. Personal resume (one-page maximum) highlighting PYFCA participation and impact on you, academic achievements and service.
  3. One copy of your high school transcript through first semester senior year
  4. Letter of recommendation from a high school teacher.
  5. Letter of recommendation from a former PYFCA coach.

If assistance is needed in locating a former coach, please contact a PYFCA board member at or Sheena Booth at 757-876-5613.

Please fill out your name at the top of the recommendation forms and give them to the coach and teacher of your choice. Ask them to return it in a sealed envelope to the Counseling Office no later than May 1st. The coach you chose may obtain input from any of your other coaches and teachers. Applications received after May 1st will not be accepted. The scholarship winners will be announced at the school awards ceremony at the end of the school year.

Application Cover Sheet

Name
Home Address
Telephone Number
Email Address
Colleges Applied
Colleges Accepted
Intended Major
Current Cumulative GPA

PYFCA and Extra Curricular Participation

PYFCA Activities / Description / Dates Participated
Extra-Curricular Activities

Applicant’s Signature:______

Poquoson Youth Football and Cheerleading Association Scholarship

Teacher’s Recommendation

Please complete the following for ______(Applicant).

PYFCA is offering scholarships to graduating seniors who have played with PYFCA for at least two years and who’s sportsmanship and participation in our PYFCA athletic programs reflect the highest standards of honesty, integrity, leadership, and dedication. We seek to recognize the student athletes who dedicate themselves to improving their abilities while constantly striving to make the team better. To apply for the scholarship, the student must complete the application form, submit a resume highlighting sports participation and community service, and obtain a recommendation form from one of their teachers and a former PYFCA coach.

When complete, sign, and submit directly to the Counseling Office no later than May 1st.

In completing this recommendation, please comment specifically on the items addressed below. While the student only needs one recommendation, you may solicit comments from the student’s other teachers if you wish. Answers may be typed and attached separately.

Applicant’s Work Ethic:

Applicant’s Contribution to the Learning Environment:

Applicant’s Effort at Self-Improvement:

Applicant’s Attitude (in and out of the classroom):

Applicant’s Impact in the Classroom:

Miscellaneous Comments:

Teacher Signature: ______Date: ______

Poquoson Youth Football and Cheerleading Association Scholarship

PYFCA Coach’s Recommendation

Please complete the following for ______(Athlete).

PYFCA is offering scholarships to graduating seniors who have played with PYFCA for at least two years and who’s sportsmanship and participation in our PYFCA athletic programs reflect the highest standards of honesty, integrity, leadership, and dedication. We seek to recognize the student athletes who dedicate themselves to improving their abilities while constantly striving to make the team better. To apply for the scholarship, the student must complete the application form, submit a resume highlighting sports participation and community service, and obtain a recommendation form from one of their teachers and a former PYFCA coach.

When complete, sign, and submit directly to the Counseling Office no later than May 1st.

In completing this recommendation, please comment specifically on the items addressed below. While the student only needs one recommendation, you may solicit comments from the student’s other coaches if you wish. Answers may be typed and attached separately.

Athlete’s Work Ethic:

Athlete’s Contribution to the Team:

Athletes Effort at Self-Improvement:

Athlete’s Attitude (on and off the field of play):

Athlete’s Impact on the Team:

Miscellaneous Comments:

PYFCA Coach’s Signature:______Date: ______

Poquoson Youth Football and Cheerleading Association Scholarship

Personal Resume