Student Scholarship Application and Teacher Recommendation Form Core Element believes that every student should have the opportunity to explore their interests and discover their talents as they relate to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Our organization proudly offers financial scholarships ranging from minor reductions to full scholarships based on donations and sponsorships received. Recipients are selected based on financial need and interest in STEM learning. Applicants requesting scholarships greater than 25% may be required to meet with members of Core Element in order to be considered for the scholarship. Teacher recommendation may be attached to this form or mailed directly to the Program Director. Please complete information below and return to Core Element’s Executive Director. (Jan Brenan, Core Element, PO Box 6123, Metairie, LA 70009) MUST BE POSTMARKED BY MAY 16, 2015 Camp Session: Robotics Camp: July 20-24, 2015______ Arduino Camp: July 27-31, 2015_______ STUDENT INFORMATION STUDENT NAME: DOB: AGE: SCHOOL ATTENDING IN FALL: GRADE: PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: CELL/HOME PHONE: ( ) PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: WORK PHONE: ( ) CELL/HOME PHONE: ( ) EMAIL ADDRESS: EMAIL ADDRESS: ADDRESS: ADDRESS: CITY: GENDER: Male Female STATE: ZIPCODE: CITY: WORK PHONE: ( ) STATE: ZIPCODE: PARENT QUESTION Is your child currently eligible to receive free or reduced lunch at Free Reduced school? No, we do not qualify for F/R lunch If you answered no, please briefly describe the financial circumstance(s) that support your request for a reduced program scholarship. Please indicate the dollar amount of the fee waiver that is being requested and that would make it possible $ for your child to participate in our Summer STEM Camp. Parent/Guardian: Please have your child write their response below. Attach separate form if they need more room. Describe why you are interested in participating in the Core Element Summer STEM Camp and what you find most interesting about science, technology, engineering, math or robots in general. STUDENT QUESTION I certify that the information provided above is accurate to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the awarding of a financial scholarship is solely at the discretion of Core Element. Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: Student Scholarship Application and Teacher Recommendation Form For scholarship consideration, please have teacher complete the information below and either return to student or mail to: (Jan Brenan, Executive Director Core Element, PO Box 6123, Metairie, LA 70009). If you have any questions, please contact us at admin@core4kids.org or 504-274-3611. TEACHER: Core Element believes that every student should have the opportunity to explore their interests and discover their talents as they relate to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Our organization proudly offers financial scholarships ranging from minor reductions to full scholarships. Scholarship award is based on financial need and an interest in STEM learning. Please complete this letter of recommendation, seal it in an envelope and return to student or address listed above. MUST BE POSTMARKED BY MAY 16, 2015 (please return to parent as soon as possible) Camp Session: Robotics Camp: July 20-24, 2015______ Arduino Camp: July 27-31, 2015_______ STUDENT INFORMATION STUDENT NAME: GENDER: Male Female SCHOOL ATTENDING IN FALL: GRADE: PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME: TEACHER’S NAME: EMAIL ADDRESS: SUBJECT: PHONE: TEACHER RECOMMENDATION Please describe the student’s demonstrated interest in science, technology, engineering or math. Feel free to list any other important circumstances that would be favorable in deciding on scholarship eligibility. Teacher’s Signature: Date: