Eagle Point High School
2013-2014 Local Scholarship Application
Return to the Eagle Center by March 7, 2014
These scholarship awards are for the academic year beginning September
2014, and are awarded for full time enrollment (12 or more credit hours) at
any accredited Vocational School, Community College, Four Year College or
University. All scholarships listed are contingent upon funding from donors
listed.
Descriptions of all scholarships include specific guidelines. While a majority
of the scholarships only require a completed application packet, others
require an additional essay, interview, application, activities chart or have
special instructions. Additional materials required or special instructions are
highlighted in bold font. Please review all scholarship descriptions carefully,
apply only for those which you qualify and include all required materials.
All applications must be typewritten or computer generated. You may
access the application online by going to the School District 9 web page at
http://www.eaglepnt.k12.or.us , select the school link at the top of the
page, select Eagle Point High School, select Student Services - The Eagle
Center, and click on scholarships from the tool bar on the left and follow the
instructions. If you do not have access to a computer outside of school you
may come to the Eagle Center and utilize one of the student computers. The
Eagle Center is open before school, during lunch and after school.
Only typed applications will be accepted – Due March 7th
Eagle Point High School
Local Scholarship Application
Name:
Student ID #:
Phone Number:
EFC (FAFSA):
Fathers Name:
Employer:
Mothers Name:
Employer:
Cumulative High School GPA:
Class Rank:
SAT Score: (R) _____ (M) _____ (W) _____
ACT Comp. Score:
School you will attend:
Proposed Major:
Please check the appropriate box for each of the scholarships that you are applying for:
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Activities Chart
School / Family / Community
Activities
Volunteer Service
Awards
Work for Pay
Essay Questions (maximum 150 words each):
Let your short essays tell your story: Don’t repeat information already included in
your application, such as that your greatest accomplishment is your GPA. Focus on
something unique about yourself.
Requirements for Essays (read carefully and follow the specific directions):
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Word count- each short essay answer must be no more than 150
words. Put two short essay answers per page.
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Use white paper; double space your lines; use 10-12 pt. type size and
an easily readable font (e.g. Times New Roman).
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Rewrite the question you are answering as the heading of each
response.
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Put your name and student number on the top right corner of each
page.
1. Explain your career aspirations and your educational plan to meet these
goals.
2. Describe a challenge or obstacle you faced in the last ten years. What did
you learn about yourself from this experience?
3. Describe a personal accomplishment and the strengths and skills you used to
achieve it.
4. Explain how you have helped your family or made your community a better
place to live. Please provide specific examples.
Name
Student #
Name
Student #
Essay #1
Essay #3
Explain your career aspirations and your
educational plan to meet these goals.
Describe a personal accomplishment and the
strengths and skills you used to achieve it.
Essay #2
Essay #4
Describe a challenge or obstacle you faced in the last
ten years. What did you learn about yourself from
this experience?
Explain how you have helped your family or made
your community a better place to live. Please
provide specific examples.
2014 Eagle Point High School Scholarships
1
___Antonio Avila Sr. Memorial Scholarship
Recipients will be graduates of Eagle Point High School whose cumulative
GPA is greater than 3.00 and who are also in need of financial assistance to
pursue their higher education. In addition to a completed scholarship
application packet students must include a 100-300 word essay addressing
"How will attending college affect the people in your life?” Essay should focus
on how college affects the student's family and community. This scholarship
may be renewable each year upon application.
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___The Atlas Group – Future Business Leaders Scholarship
Recipients will be graduates of Eagle Point High School whose cumulative
GPA is greater than 2.00 and who plan to pursue their higher education at a
community college or four-year institution. In addition to a completed
scholarship application packet students must include a 200 word essay
addressing "What first motivated you to pursue a college education and how
you will use it to positively impact the business community?”
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___Carpenter Dental
Graduating seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in the dental
field.
4
___Carpenter Foundation Scholarship
Criteria includes: financial need, scholarship, leadership, initiative, and
character. This scholarship may be renewable each year upon application.
5
___Cascade Wood Products Scholarship
Student must major in a vocational field of study at any accredited
Vocational School, Community College or University.
6
___Charley Givan Scholarship Grant / Ben B. Cheney Foundation
Preference will be given to agricultural students and students in related
fields, though the scholarship is not limited to these students, and those in
need of financial assistance to continue their education or training. Further
preference will be given to students with ability to succeed in chosen field of
study, achieve a satisfying life and contribute to the well-being of our
Country. This scholarship is not restricted to those students with high
achievement records and may be renewable each year upon application.
7
___Class of ’78 Mike Bowles Honorary Endowment
Recipient must be a graduate of School District #9, or successfully complete
a GED or Home School Program and live within the geographic boundaries of
the school district. Recipient must also attend any accredited two year, four
year, or vocational/technical institute.
8
___Complete Care Scholarship
Students must have a 3.75 GPA, be involved in one extracurricular activity,
and submit a 400-700 word essay on the following topic: “What is health?
Why is it important? How is it achieved?”
9
___District 9 Community Scholarship Fund
A ranking of the graduating class is made based upon the criteria of 7/8 GPA
and 1/8 SAT or ACT scores. The class Valedictorian(s) may receive a bonus
that the District #9 Community Scholarship Committee discretion. This award
is automatic based upon the above criteria, no application is necessary.
10
___D-9 Community Service Scholarship
Criteria for this award includes: GPA, community involvement and cumulative
community service hours. Candidates are required to provide an
activities chart, as well as a short essay highlighting their community
service involvement.
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___D-9 Foundation Scholarship
Recipient must be a graduate of School District #9, or successfully complete
a GED or Home School Program and live within the geographic boundaries of
the school district.
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___David Poole Memorial Scholarship
Recipient must be an active member of EPHS FFA Chapter, EPHS Skills USA
Program, or an active member of the Industrial Mechanics Program. In
addition, selection may be based upon merit, classroom performance, grade
point average, involvement in other school activities, and financial need.
13
___David Woolf Memorial Scholarship
Recipient is preferably a student who has had 4 years of membership in
EPHS FFA Chapter. Merit, classroom performance, GPA, involvement in other
activities and financial need will be considered. Recipient must be a graduate
of School District #9, or successfully complete a GED or Home School
program and live within the geographic boundaries of the school district.
Recipient will be selected by a panel that is approved by the family of David
Woolf. A 300 word essay, focusing on applicant’s plans and any other
considerations in your life, past, or present is required. In addition to the
essay, applicant must also include FAFSA results, GPA, SAT/ACT scores, and
any additional monies (scholarships, grants, etc.) given.
14
___Eagle Point Education Association Scholarship
One scholarship will be awarded to a student who plans to major in education
and pursue a teaching career. The other scholarship will be awarded, without
regard to major, to a student whose parent in an EPEA Bargaining Unit
Member. Student is not required to be an Eagle Point High School senior.
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___Eagle Point Friends of the Library Scholarship
These funds are to be used towards the purchase of textbooks. There is no
GPA or financial requirement for this scholarship. In addition to a completed
scholarship application packet students must include a 300-500 word
essay addressing “What makes the Eagle Point Library a window to
the world?” Use of basic writing fundamentals is important.
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___Eagle Point Lions Club Scholarship
All applicants will be considered; however, preference will be given to
students pursuing medical career, but are not limited to. Students must
submit a separate activities chart highlighting their community service,
school participation, and GPA.
17
___Eagle Point Youth Baseball Scholarship
Recipient must be a member of the EPHS Baseball or Softball team and
demonstrate good leadership. Selected students must also be enrolled as a
full-time student at any accredited college or university AND be a
participating player on the Baseball/Softball team. Students must also
maintain full-time student status and eligibility requirements. This
scholarship is renewable every scholastic year up to four years.
18
___Fire District #3 Volunteer Association Scholarship
Recipient will be a graduating senior of Eagle Point High School. Eagle Point
High School Scholarship Committee will review applications and Fire District
#3 Volunteers will review finalists.
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___Frank L TouVelle Trust Fund
Recipient will be a male student(s) of Jackson County Oregon, is determined
to be “wayward” but potentially worthy by the Touvelle Trust Committee. The
primary purpose of the fund is to assist the applicant in obtaining an
education and make him a better citizen. Elements such as past history and
circumstances, including family situations, which may have contributed to the
student’s present condition will be considered. The Touvelle Trust will
consider needs other than academic. This scholarship is renewable each year
upon application. A personal interview with Mrs. Snider is required for
this scholarship. You must make an appointment prior to March 1st at
the Eagle Center.
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___Harley Dickerson Memorial Fund
Recipient must be a member of the EPHS Softball team. Student must be
able to demonstrate motivation, good initiative, leadership, and character.
Preference will be given to students with financial need and a letter of
recommendation from their coach is also required.
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___Larry Stillman Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is available to Eagle Point High School graduates or GED
recipients who will continue their education beyond high school at an
accredited institution. A strong commitment and record of community service
is desirable.
22
___Local 1817 Firefighter Union Scholarship
Recipient will be a graduating senior of Eagle Point High School. Eagle Point
High School scholarship committee will review applications and the Local
1817 Firefighter Union will review finalists.
23
___Robert and Carol Hayes Memorial Scholarship
Two scholarships will be awarded to students with academic merit and
financial need. This scholarship is renewable each year upon application.
24
___Rogue Valley Corvettes Scholarship
Student must be an active member of Skills USA. Must be enrolled or have
been in a Career Technical Program at Eagle Point High School. In addition,
selection may be based upon merit, classroom performance, grade point
average, involvement in other school activities, and financial need.
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___Rogue Valley Manor Foundation Scholarship for Women
(Fairy Godmother Scholarship)
Recipients will be female graduates of Eagle Point High School who are in
need of financial assistance to pursue their higher education. Applicant
cannot be now, nor become pregnant during the term of the scholarship or
they will forfeit funds. This scholarship requires an additional
application which is available from Mrs. Snider. Applications for this
scholarship are due by March 1, 2014 to Mrs. Snider in the Eagle
Center.
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___Sodexo Culinary Scholarship
Recipient(s) will be a graduating senior of Eagle Point High School.
Recommendations will be solicited from instructor(s) for the culinary arts
program at Eagle Point High School. The JCD9/Eagle Point HS scholarship
committee will review applications and the Sodexo Management Team will
interview finalists.
In addition, selection may be based upon merit,
classroom performance, grade point average, and involvement in other
school Culinary/Hospitality activities. Preference will be given to students
pursuing Culinary or Hospitality courses of study.
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___Southern Oregon Lumberman’s Association
This scholarship will be awarded to student(s) whose parent(s) make a living
in the wood products industry, or have become a displaced wood products
industry worker. This includes mill-workers, equipment operators, loggers,
retail-wholesale employees, truck drivers of wood products, etc. Financial
need of qualified applicants may be considered.
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___Thomas Ussary Memorial Scholarship
Recipients will be dedicated students who have successfully completed the
Industrial Mechanics program of study at Eagle Point High School.
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___Tim Trautman Memorial Scholarship
Student must be an active member of EPHS FFA Chapter, in addition, merit,
extra-curricular activities and GPA will be taken into consideration.
Local Scholarship Checklist
Completed (typed) Application _____ 3 copies
Activities Chart ______3 copies
Copy of FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) _____
Senior Picture ______
Baby Picture ______
Essays _____
Letters of Recommendation (2) _____ only if needed
*If there are any extenuating circumstances that the Scholarship Committee should be
aware of while reviewing your application, please describe them on a separate sheet of
paper and include it with your completed application.
WHAT AND HOW you need to turn in your application:
Please make sure that your entire application is neatly typed and organized.
Please assemble documents in this order with a paperclip in the top left corner:
★ P. 2 – Student Information (submit 3 copies)
★ P. 3 – Activities Chart (submit 3 copies)
★ Copy of FAFSA EFC / SAR pages (not the entire printout)
★ Essay Questions (see requirements page 4)
★ Pictures in a sealed envelope with your first and last name on the back
Attach any EXTRA essays or materials:
★ Additional essays from individual scholarships – read scholarship
requirements (2 copies of each)
★
Letter of Recommendation(s) if necessary – read scholarship requirements
(2 copies of each)
When application is complete please turn in to Mrs. Downing in the Eagle Center by 3/7/14.