Fr. William J. Early Memorial Catholic High School
Scholarship
Knights of Columbus, Ascension Parish, Council 7902
Information and Guidelines
2015
This Catholic High School student Scholarship is awarded by the Knights of
Columbus, Council 7902, of Ascension Parish. Only registered and active
members of Ascension Parish may apply for this Scholarship. This year there will
be one scholarship awarded to a present or perspective male or female student of
a San Diego Region Catholic High School.
Applications are available in the Church Office after January 1, 2015 for the 20152016 School year. Scholarship checks will be made out in favor of the Catholic
High School in one payment, and mailed to the successful student applicant.
In addition to the Scholarship Application, ALL OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE
REQUIRED TO BE STAPLED TOGETHER AND SUBMITTED AT ONE TIME:
1. A copy of the student’s most recent report card.
2. A letter of recommendation from the student’s teacher or school Principal.
3. A letter from a Deacon or church leader detailing the student’s church
activities.
4. A maximum 500 word essay from the student stating why they are attending,
or want to attend, a Catholic High School and why they deserve a scholarship.
Included must be at least two sentences about Fr. William Early, AKA “Fr. Bill”.
Incomplete submittals will not be considered
IMPORTANT DATES
January 1, 2015; Application Forms available in the church office.
APRIL 1, 2015; Deadline for all completed paperwork to be in the Church Office
June 2015; Scholarship awarded: Announced at the Ascension Parish Church
Fiesta and notification mailed to applicants.
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The successful scholarship applicant will be determined by the Scholarship Board
made up of members of the Knights of Columbus Ascension Council. Judging will
be based on need, and the following criteria: Catholic works and service of the
applicant and family; Community works and service of the applicant; grades and
efforts in school; sincere desire for a Catholic High School Education.
Determining scholarship recipients is a subjective process. The Knights of
Columbus will put their best prayerful efforts into making the correct decision.
Applications will be held in strictest confidence. Only the Knights of Columbus
Scholarship Board members will have access to the information and solely for the
determination of the successful applicant. Applications will not be returned.
For additional information: Francis (Frank), Tepedino, Esq.: condorgrup@aol.com,
858-495-3200.
Rev: 12/27/2014
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