To encourage academic preparation in higher education, Litchfield Park Rotary is offering a Scholarship for high school seniors based on high academic achievement, leadership roles and community involvement.
A total of 4 scholarships are available. There is one scholarship that is awarded for three additional years at $500 per year for four years a total of $2,500. Due to the availability of funds and number of applications received, amounts awarded to each individual may vary and will be at the discretion of the Rotary Club of Litchfield Park.
Requirements:
______• Millennium High School Senior, graduating in 2016
______• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree.
Applicant must submit a scholarship package with the following:
______• Official transcript from high school currently attending including senior grades to-date
______• Minimum of 25 Volunteer hours signed off for 2015-2016 years on attached Service Volunteer Form
______• Two reference letters from non-family members (one must be an academic reference)
______• Proof of acceptance into an accredited education program
Scholarship The student has 3 options to apply for the Litchfield Scholarships.
OPTION 1- Written
Include a Title page plus 2 pages of writing 12 font Double Spaced:
1. Introduce and describe any of your volunteer sites in detail. Who does this organization serve? What role do they play in the lives of children/families? What issues are being addressed? Why is their work important? (do not use “I” in this first paragraph.)
2.Summarize your experience from one day to multiple days. What roles did you play? What was you most memorable experience while volunteering?
3.How did you apply what you were learning in class to your service volunteer experience? Try to give examples that relate and connect to specific content you’ve learned at MHS.
4.What did you learn from the other staff/volunteers? What have you learned from the children/families? Who made the greatest impression on you? What did you gain through this experience? What did the organization, staff, or children/families gain from having you as a volunteer?
5.Include any final thoughts. What are your final impressions of the organization? What did you like best or dislike most about this experience? Do you feel this will help you in your degree.
OPTION 2- Presentation
- Create a PowerPoint to include questions 1-5 from option 1
- Must include graphics/pictures and have solid text/graphic balance
- Max of 20 slides
OPTION 3- Create a movie
- Create a video using Movie Maker, YouTube, or video media answering questions 1-5 from Option 1
- This should NOT be simply a video of you speaking to the camera but rather should be more of an informational video.
- Three to Five minutes in Duration.
Litchfield Park Rotary Scholarship
APPLICATION FORM
Type or print in ink. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Name______
First Middle Last
Address ______
Street City State Zip
Home Phone______cell______
E-mail______
Date of Birth______Present Age______
(Circle One) I have (applied) (been accepted) for the school session beginning______
Name of College or University______City & State ______
Degree I hope to attain:______
Scholastic Aptitude Test Score: Reading______Writing______Mathematical ______
AmericanCollege Test: Date:______Composite Score______
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Student Signature Date High School Counselor’s Signature Date
GPA______
Class Rank______
Mail to: Litchfield Park Rotary 14175 W. Indian School B4 #629 Goodyear, AZ 85395
Questions contact Debra 623.935.0322
STUDENT:______
AGENCY SITE: ______SUPERVISOR:______
PHONE:______EMAIL:______
ADDRESS:______CITY/ZIP:______
STUDENT EVALUATION – TO BE COMPLETED BY AGENCY SUPERVISOR (please submit in sealed envelope)
Please rate this student accordingly, provide brief explanation when necessary, and make specific positive comments on the motivation, interpersonal skill, work skills, and other skills or attributes you have observed.
Excellent Good Average Fair Needs Improvement
Works well with agency employees and clients 5 43 21
Takes initiative, “jumps right in” as appropriate 5 43 21
Is actively engaged in service activities when possible 5 43 21
Exhibits a positive and cooperative attitude 5 43 21
Attends regularly, on-time and appropriately dressed 5 43 21
Please initial to verify this student has completed at least 25 hours with your organization. ______
Additional Comments:______
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