Pilot Point Educational Foundation, Inc.

Post office box 1289 • pilot point • 76258-1289

February 16, 2017

TO: Graduating Seniors, Pilot Point Independent School District

Dear Student:

The Pilot Point Educational Foundation is accepting applications for academic/motivational scholarships for the 2016-17academic year. As a student about to graduate from high school, you are eligible to apply.

Below is a 4-page application form. The application must be typed.You may attach a one-page resume outlining your personal activities and achievements during high school (academics, athletics, music, theater, church, community/civic, etc.) Do not include your name on your resume; your name should be in designated areas only.

Applications should be mailed to the Pilot Point Educational Foundation, P.O. Box 1289, Pilot Point, TX. 76258, and must be postmarked no later than Friday, April 21, 2017. Late applications will not be accepted. A local committee of persons not connected to the Pilot Point Educational Foundation will consider applications and award scholarships. This committee may consist of a variety of community residents, including businesspersons, educators, civic officials, church leaders, and retirees.

The application form provides you with a unique opportunity to sell yourself to the individuals making scholarship selections. Good luck and best wishes as you pursue your educational goals!

Sincerely,

Tammy Morgan

Tammy Morgan, Vice-President of Scholarships and Awards, Pilot Point Educational Foundation

Pilot Point Educational Foundation, Inc.

Motivational/Academic Scholarship Student Application

The Pilot Point Educational Foundation will award scholarships to deserving members of the 2017Pilot Point High School graduating class. Scholarships will be awarded to students who exhibit motivation of their academic pursuits and plans to pursue their education past high school.

Judges will be looking for applicants who are motivated to further their education. The top ranked students may or may not win—no questions are geared toward grade average or ranking. Judges are looking for students who intelligently layout their aspirations and future goals.

Instructions: Please fill in the text fields below. Attach a one-page resume (name excluded).

PART I: Applicant Information

Name:

FirstMiddleLast

Home Address:

StreetStateZip Code

Telephone Number:

Name of Parent(s) or Guardian(s):

Date of Birth:

Expected Graduation Date from PPHS:

PART II: Personal and Educational Aspirations and Goals

1.ASPIRATIONS AND GOALS:

  1. What are your personal and educational goals following high school?

B.What school/university are you planning to attend and what is your intended course of study?

Please state if attending a vocational school, since one scholarship will be awarded in this category.

Part III: Educational Influences

  1. Describe any obstacles/challenges you have addressed throughout your high school career.
  1. What would you describe as your most important “life lesson or a defining moment in your life?” Explain what happened and how it changed your viewpoint, goals and/or your behaviors.
  1. Describe who or what has been the biggest influence to you in formulating your aspirations and goals past high school.
  1. What schools have you applied to and what schools have you received acceptance from?

2.PERSONAL NEED AND COMMITMENT:

A. Describe how you will personally benefit from scholarship assistance.

  1. Describe your commitment to completing your education/training beyond high school. What will you do to complete your plans if no scholarship is awarded?

Financial Need

  1. Financial need is an important consideration. Please complete this section.
  • Number of children in family (including candidate) and their ages
  • What in particular about your financial situation makes you the best candidate for a scholarship? Please provide as much detail about your financial situation as you feel comfortable sharing.

PART III: School and Community Leadership and Participation

1.SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES AND PARTICIPATION:

A. List activities and organizations in which you have participated.

B.While involved in these activities and organizations outline your contributions, time commitment and leadership positions.

  1. Explain how you see these as helping you to plan your future goals.

PART IV: Certification of Application

I certify that I personally completed this application form and that the information contained herein is true and correct. I understand and accept the regulations governing the application process and recognize that the decision of the scholarship committee is final.

Signature of Applicant: ______Date:______

Signature of Parent/Guardian: ______Date:______

(Necessary only if applicant is under age 18 as of April 21, 2017)

Application materials must be post-marked by Friday, April 21, 2017and should be mailed to:

Pilot Point Educational Foundation, Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 1289, Pilot Point, TX 76258-1289