2018 Scholarship Application

For Students with 2.5-3.0 GPA

POSTMARK DEADLINE:

March 23, 2018

For additional information contact:

Scholarship Chair

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a public service organization of black, college educated women that strives to improve the condition of African-Americans and, in so doing, build a stronger more just country for all Americans. During its 105-year history, the organization has developed an extensive array of public service projects through its Five-Point Program Thrust of
Physical and Mental Health, Educational Development, Economic Development,
International Awareness and Involvement, and Political Awareness and Involvement.

For over thirty-three (33) years, the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority has served the Greater Montgomery County, Maryland area, but particularly the neighborhoods in Potomac and the Northwest corner of the County. The chapter continues to address the conditions of low-income communities, with a particular focus on African-American communities.

Up to three (3) scholarships will be awarded. The maximum award will be $3000.

Scholarships will be awarded toWestern Montgomery CountyHigh School graduating seniors based on the following criteria:

ΔAcademic Achievement

ΔCommunity Service

ΔFinancial Need

ΔEssay;Essay Rubric included

For more information on our programs and a link to theapplication visit our website at . A copy of the application is also attached to this notice.

Alissa A. BonnerBenetta B. Waller

Alissa A. Bonner, ChairBenetta B. Waller, President

Scholarship Committee

Application Criteria

Applicant must:

  1. Be a high school senior graduating from one of the following Montgomery County Public Schools: Bethesda-Chevy Chase, Clarksburg, Col. Zadok Magruder, Damascus, Gaithersburg, Northwest, Poolesville, Quince Orchard, Richard Montgomery, Rockville, Seneca Valley, Thomas S. Wootton, Walt Whitman, Walter Johnson, Watkins Mill, and Winston Churchill
  1. Not be a daughter/son of a member of the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc
  2. Maintain a legal residenceof Western Montgomery County, Maryland.
  3. Have an overall GPA of 2.5 – 3.0.
  4. Be enrolled in an accredited institution by Fall 2018 seeking an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree.

In addition to the application form, applicants must submit:

  1. Two reference letters, one community-based and one school-based.
  2. An essay addressing the prompt that is included. (Essay Rubric included.)
  3. A current official academic transcript in a sealed envelope.
  4. A copy of the2018-2019Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

All of the items listed above must be included in the application package, along with signatures from applicant and counselor. Omission of any of these items will exclude the applicant from consideration.

Completed applications should be mailed to:

Scholarship Committee Chair

Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter

Delta SigmaTheta Sorority, Inc.

P.O. Box 59653

Potomac, Maryland 20859

Application must be postmarked by Friday,March 23, 2018.

Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

APublic Service Sorority

2018Scholarship Application

Type The Requested Data Below:

Applicant's Name: ______

Applicant's Home Address: ______

Home Phone Number: ______

Cell phone Number: ______

Email Address (es):______

______

Date of Birth: ______

(Month/Day/Year)

Name of Parent(s):______

Name High School: ______

Current Grade Point Average: Unweighted______

Student Service Learning Hours Earned: ______

College/University Planning to Attend:______

Intended Major/Course of Study: ______

High School Graduation Date: ______

List your membership(s) in the following areas: (List here; do not write “See Attached”;

Continue on additional page if needed. You may also submit a resume to supplement.)

Organizations

______

Offices Held In Organizations

______

Community Activities

______

Honors and Awards

______

Extracurricular Activities

______

Applicant’s Signature and Date: ______

Parent/Guardian’s Signature and Date: ______

Counselor’s Signature and Date: ______

Return completed application postmarked by Friday, March 23, 2018to:

Scholarship Committee Chair

Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

P.O. Box59653

Potomac, Maryland 20859

Instructions for essay:

Respond to the following prompt (response must be typed using 12 pt font and Times New Roman or Arial):

Prompt: In a welldeveloped essay, explain the importance of being able to see a situation from another person's point of view.

Checklist

Scholarship Application

Two reference letters, one community-based and one school-based.

An essay addressing the prompt that is included.

A current official academic transcript in a sealed envelope.

A copy of the 2018-2019 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Photo Release

I understand that my child may be photographed in connection with his/her application for the scholarship awards offered by the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. I give permission for Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter to publish on the Internet or media still photographs(“Images”) that may be taken of my child without payment or any consideration and without notifying me. I understand and agree that these Images will become the property of Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter, which shall have complete ownership of the Images. I hereby irrevocably authorize Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter to publish or distribute these Images for the purpose of publicizing Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter’s scholarship program or for any other lawful purpose. In addition, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finish product within my child’s likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any rights to royalties or other compensation arising out of or related to the use of the Images.

I hereby hold harmless and release and forever discharge Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter and any of its officers and members, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc, its officers; National Executive Board, employees; members from any and all claims, cost, suits, actions, judgments, and expenses which my child or any other persons acting on her behalf have or may have by reason of the use of the Images.

Parent SignatureDate

Parent Email AddressDate

Certification

I hereby certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and current and that the Applicant is not the parent, child or sibling of a member of the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. I understand this application packet will be kept confidential. All material submitted becomes the final property of the Potomac Valley Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. I understand that submission of inaccurate or incomplete information will result in disqualification or forfeiture of any award.

Applicant SignatureDate

Parent or Guardian SignatureDate

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