Grant Dollars for You!
COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVING (CTD)
Scholarship Information and Application
Purpose
The purpose of this grant is to attract qualified applicants into the professional field of truck driving in the
greater Houston area. The grants primary goal is to increase the number of Commercial Motor Vehicle
operators within the state of Texas by providing hands-on driving, classroom experience, and safety
awareness/training needed to be successful in the work force. This scholarship pays all tuition and fees for the
CTD course, $2050. Recipients of this award will be responsible for costs related to books, supplies, tests,
license fees, etc. (approximately $150).
Selection Guidelines
Scholarship funds are subject to availability. Applications are evaluated on the following guidelines for each
scholarship. Please keep in mind that at times the number of applications received could greatly exceed the
number of available scholarships. Applicants for the program MUST meet the following requirements:
1. Be 21 years of age or older.
2. Possess a valid Texas Driver’s License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
3. Be able to meet the guidelines of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and Noise Emission
Requirements, Chapter III – Federal Highway Administration, Department of Transportation –
Subpart E – Physical Qualifications and Examinations.
4. Be legally able to travel throughout the State of Texas.
5. Provide adequate proof of competency in English.
6. Pass entrance/random drug/alcohol testing which takes place throughout the program.
7. Must not have any felony convictions.
8. Must not have any misdemeanor convictions involving drugs or violence.
9. Provide a copy of financial need from the Texas Workforce Commission stating benefits.
10. Comply with page 2 of this application form.
Application Deadline
Applications may be submitted any time from October 1, 2011 through August 1, 2012.
Scholarship Application Review
A review team will review all applications and make decisions based on backgrounds, interviews, employability
and financial need as applicable. . Recipients will be notified by mail or telephone.
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COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVING STUDENTS
All students must obtain a class A restricted license before the first (1st) day of class. The cost of
the class A restricted license is $11.00. You may pick–up a Texas Commercial Motor Vehicle
Driver Handbook (free of charge) to prepare yourself.
You will need to take Section 14 for the Class A Restricted license (learners permit) before taking
the rest of the required written test. This ensures that you are qualified for the steps required by your
Truck Driving instructor.
The only DPS office available for testing is in Pasadena office located at 2783 Red Bluff Suite
100 (713) 473-3232.
- PLEASE NOTE:
You will need your original or certified copy of your birth certificate.
You will be required to pay for your license before taking the remainder of the required written test.
The remaining Sections required will be:
Section 2: General Knowledge (Driving Safely)
Section 5: Air Brakes
Section 6: Combination Vehicles
Section 8: Tank Vehicles
Section 11: Pre-trip
It is recommended that you also take Section 9: Hazardous Materials
It is optional for you to take Section 7: Doubles and Triples
It is highly recommended that the students in the Day class take all seven (7) Commercial
Drivers License written tests and endorsements at least one (1) week before class starts.
If you have any questions about these recommendations, or need additional information about the
Commercial Truck Driving program please call the department Administrative Assistant,
Marisa Naranjo at (281) 476-1872 or talk to any CTD Instructor at (281) 476-1886.
NOTICE
You must have a drug test 7days or less before the 1st day of class.
Please report with your paid receipt from San Jacinto College to:
DEER PARK FAMILY CLINIC
2910 Center Street
Deer Park, Texas
(281) 479-5941
Hours: Monday & Thursday - 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday - 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sunday - 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Commercial Truck Driving
Scholarship Application
PRINT ALL INFORMATION
List the CTD course dates for which this scholarship will apply in order of preference (Last Page):
____________________________________________ ____________________________________________
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(Please review the CTD Course Schedule for availability of courses each semester.)
Personal Data
Name: _____________________________________________________ SSN: ______________________
Last
First
MI
Current Address: ________________________________________ City: ______________________________
State: _______________ Zip: _______________Phone: ____________________________________________
Have you applied for a scholarship for a previous semester?
‫ ٱ‬YES
‫ ٱ‬NO
Describe any circumstances that might be considered a financial hardship or otherwise warrant special
consideration:
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Educational Background
Name of school attending or last attended: _______________________________________________________
Please list high school and colleges attended:
School
Dates attended
Diploma/Degree
1. ____________________________________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________________________
4. ____________________________________________________________________________________
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Additional Information
Provide a summary of work experience:
Employer
Position/Duties
Dates
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Provide a personal statement of your occupational goals, why you are applying for this scholarship and anything
else that you would like the review team to know about you.
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Scholarship Application Submission
Submit the completed application to John Stephens at john.stephens@sjcd.edu along with a copy of financial
need from the Texas Workforce Commission.
Understanding of Scholarship Requirements
I hereby certify that the information provided is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I authorize San
Jacinto College to release the information contained within this application (including academic records and
personal biographical information) to the awarding scholarship review team and agencies/donors providing for
this scholarship. I understand the names of scholarship award recipients may be published in area newspapers,
and recipients may be asked to provide a photograph.
Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: __________________
Application Deadline
Scholarship applications are due to John Stephens at least three weeks prior to the first day of class.
Applications received before this due date will have preference in the class if approved due to classes
being full.
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SAN JACINTO COLLEGE
COMMERCIAL TRUCK DRIVING
CLASS SCHEDULE
CVOP Day Class 2012
Monday through Thursday
7AM to 6PM -6 weeks
January 2 - February 9
February 13 – March 29
April 2 – May 10
May 14 – June 21
June 25 – August 2
August 6 – September 13
September 17 – October 25
October 29 – December 13
CVOP Weekend Class 2012
PTD/DDC
Day
Defensive Driving Course Schedule
January 27
March 2
April 20
June 8
July 13
August 24
October 5
November 16
PTD/DDC
Saturday and Sunday
7AM to 6PM –12 weeks
Schedule
Weekend
Defensive Driving Course
February 25 – May 20
June 26 – August 12
August 18 – November 4
November 10 – February 17
April 21 & 28
July 14 & 21
Sept. 29 & Oct. 6
January 12 & 19
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