EDNA LAYTON SCHOLARSHIP FUND

APPLICATION INFORMATION 2017-2018

The Edna Layton Scholarship Fund was established by Edna Layton, a teacher in the St. Vrain School District. The Fund provides scholarships for qualified individuals who have graduated from a St. Vrain RE-1J High School who is pursuing an education in the field of teaching.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Be agraduate, or prospective graduate of a St. Vrain District RE-1J High School;
  • Be pursuing an education in the field of teaching;
  • Demonstrate a proven academic, or employment record;
  • Be accepted at an accredited college, university or specialized school prior to receiving the scholarship award;
  • Non-traditional and post-graduate students are encouraged to apply.

Selection Criteria

Evaluation of the applicants is based on the following criteria:

  • Finalists will be asked to interview with the selection committee;
  • Personal qualities and strengths;
  • GPA;
  • Community and school participation;
  • Essay;
  • Financial need

Requirements

Application packets must include:

  • Completed application;
  • Essay;
  • Official Transcripts;

Note: If you are currently in high school follow the directions provided by your school. If you are not presently in high school, you must request the school to send an official transcript.

  • Twoletters of recommendation from school staff or employer.

Deadline

For 2017-18 school year applications are due February 28, 2017

If you are currently attending high school, return the application to the school by February 28, 2017. All others submit the application to the address below by the deadline.

APPLICATIONS AND SUPPORTING MATERIALS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TO YOUR HIGH SCHOOL (see above) or if you are not currently in high school mail or deliver to:

Edna Layton Scholarship Fund

c/o Guaranty Bank and Trust, Trustee

PO Box 1159

401 Main Street

Longmont, CO 80502

EDNA LAYTON SCHOLARSHIP FUND

APPLICATION FOR 2017-2018

Note: If you are a past recipient of the Edna Layton Scholarship, please request a Renewal Application Form.

NAME:______EMAIL: ______

ADDRESS:______

______PHONE: ______

Educational Plans

What school or college do you plan to attend in 2017-18?______

Have you already been accepted?______

What is your intended degree or specialty? ______

Education History

High School attended: ______Graduation Year: ______

High School GPA ______(if a current high school student, your school must forward the application and Official transcript.)

If you have you attended or are attending college, list below, most recent first:

Name of SchoolLocation DatesDiploma or Degree Earned

______

______

College Cumulative GPA: ______(attach official transcript or request college to send)

Personal Data

Family members living in your household

______

Are you currently employed?______If so, where?______

If yes, how many hours a week do you work ? ______

Awards, Special Recognition, Community or School Participation

______

______

EssayTo be no more than one page, single side, answer the following:

“Describe a teacher who has had an impact on your educational experience, positive or negative, and illustrate how that individual has shaped your approach to education.”


EDNA LAYTON SCHOLARSHIP FUND

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

All information provided on this page will be treated in a confidential manner.

Please answer the following as accurately as possible:

Applicant’s estimated expenses for the academic year:

Tuition/fees______

Room/Board______

Other ______

Total______

Applicant’s estimated earnings:

Current year ______Next academic year ______

Applicant’s savings or other assets ______

Parent’s (or applicant’s, if applicable) adjusted gross income based on last Federal Income Tax Return ______

CERTIFICATION AND AUTHORIZATION

We have checked this form for omissions and errors. To the best of our knowledge the information reported is complete and correct. We authorize its confidential use by the Edna Layton Scholarship Committee.

Signature of parent or guardian ______Date: ______

Signature of applicant ______Date: ______