Washington Association For Learning Alternatives
2015 Secondary Student Scholarship
Staff & Student Information
Thank you for your interest in the Washington Association for Learning Alternatives
Secondary Student Scholarship. Please inform appropriate staff of this opportunity and
encourage students from your school to apply for this scholarship. It is critical for the
student to have staff guidance in putting together a high quality application packet.
It is the applicant's responsibility to check the WALA web site to ensure their school
is a WALA member prior to submission of the application. Awards vary up to $1,000,
and are paid into the student's account at the post secondary education or training
institution at which the student has enrolled. Awarded funds must be used within two
years. There is a lifetime limit of one award per individual.
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Be in a position to graduate during the current calendar year, or have graduated
within the past two calendar years, from a WALA member secondary school or
program with a high school diploma or have completed a program at a WALA
member secondary school in preparation for immediate testing for a GED or
immediate entry into a program offering a state high school diploma.
Be currently enrolled in a WALA member school or program and in good standing,
or have been enrolled and successfully met exit criteria of the program within the
past two calendar years.
The sponsoring school must be a WALA member at the time of application.
School membership status may be verified by viewing the WALA website –
www.walakids.com In the sidebar to the left, click on “Alt School List”. The
list is in alpha order by district. Membership is noted in the third column. If it
says “NO” next to the school name, the school is not a member.
Intend to apply, have applied to, or have been accepted for enrollment at an
institution or program of post secondary education or training.
Submit the completed WALA scholarship application packet to wala.execdir@gmail.com
Be sure the application form includes the required staff signature. Applications must be
postmarked (or received, if faxed or hand delivered) no later than the first Friday in April (
April 3th, 2015 )
The WALA Scholarship Committee will evaluate the applications and meet in May.
Recipients will be notified following the meeting of the committee. The WALA bookkeeper
will disburse funds to post-secondary schools or programs on behalf of the recipient as
soon as the institution notifies WALA in writing of the recipient's enrollment and good
standing. Students awarded scholarships will be asked to supply their social security
number.
You are welcome to call 509-690-1366 if you have questions about the application or
selection procedures.
Sincerely,
Brad L. Sprague, Executive Director
Information for Students
Dear Student,
We at WALA would like to assist you in entering the next phase of your education, whether
you choose college, technical or trade school, or other post secondary opportunities.
WALA Secondary Scholarships are awarded to students who are in a position to graduate
during the current calendar year, or have graduated within the past two calendar years
from a WALA member secondary school or program with a high school diploma. Students
who have completed a program at a WALA member secondary school in preparation for
immediate testing for a GED or immediate entry into a program offering a state high school
diploma are also eligible. Please carefully read all information enclosed and submit a
complete application packet. A complete application packet must include:
1. Completed Application Form (see attached), providing all requested information.
2. Completed School Scholarship Coordinator form, with staff signature.
WALA
membership number of your school.
3. A student autobiographical essay of 300-500 words, typed, double-spaced, 12 point
non fancy font. Tell us about your life and what you've accomplished and/or overcome in
the past that informs your future. Tell us, also, about your goals.
4. Two or more letters of reference. At least one must be from a certificated educator from
your alternative school/program, such as teacher, counselor, or administrator. Important:
Be sure the letter of reference is signed and dated by the writer, and that the writer states
her or his title or position.
5. Current progress report or class schedule
6. Official transcript from your high school or a copy of your GED certificate. If you are
currently attending a college, trade school, or other training program, include an official
transcript from there, too. Please also provide an explanation of your school or program's
grading system if it is in any way unusual.
HSPE/EOC scores (including math) if not noted on your transcript. Incomplete application
packets will not be considered. Send completed packets to:
Brad L. Sprague WALA P.O. Box 1006, Colville, WA 99114
Application packets must be postmarked (or received, if faxed or hand delivered) no
later than the first Friday in April
(April 3, 2015). Certified mail is best.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
(Must be completed by applicant)
Name:______________________________________________________
Permanent Home Address:
Address______________________________________________________
City__________________________________State __________________
Zip_________________ Phone (____)____________________________
e-mail ______________________________________________________
Alternative School Attended:
____________________________________________________________
Address______________________________________________________
City__________________________________State __________________
Zip_________________ Phone (____)____________________________
(School must be a WALA school member at the time of application.)
Local Newspaper:
__________________________________________________________
Address______________________________________________________
City__________________________________State __________________
Zip_________________ Phone (____)____________________________
Post Secondary Institution: Attending ____ Accepted ___ Applied ____
Name: _______________________________________________________
Address___________________________________________________
City__________________________________State _________________
Zip_________________ Phone (____)____________________________
Field(s) you are interested in_______________________________________
Date___________ Signature ________________________________________
To be completed by the
SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP COORDINATOR
In signing this application:
 You verify that the application is complete and that all required materials are
included
 You attest to the qualifications and eligibility of this student
 You have verified that your school or program is a member in good standing
of WALA. Kindly supply the following information:
 WALA District/School Membership Number: __________
District
membership numbers are listed on the WALA website. If you cannot find your
school’s or District’s membership number, call or e-mail the Executive
Director, Brad L. Sprague, 1-509-690-1366
 Applicant’s projected graduation date: _____________________________
 OR Applicant’s projected GED completion date: ____________________
 Remaining credits required for graduation for this Student: _____________
Applicant’s Name:_________________________________________________
Supervising Staff Member Name: _____________________________________
Title:____________________________________________________________
Street___________________________________________________________
City__________________________________________ State ______________
Zip_________________ Phone (____)_________________________________
E-mail ___________________________________________________________
Staff Signature: ___________________________________________________
Date ____________________________________________________________