American Council of the Blind of Texas (ACBT) 2017-2018 Scholarship Announcement
Dianna E. Carter, Committee Chair
The American Council of the Blind of Texas awards scholarships on an annual basis to deserving students who will be entering college, currently attending a college, university, or enrolled in a trade school or technical program. The 2017-2018 ACBT scholarship applications will be available on March 1, 2017.
Qualified students must be Texas residents and legally blind. A completed application and all required supporting documentation must be received by the deadline indicated.
Application packets may be obtained from the following sources:
· Texas Workforce Solutions/Blind Services Division Counselors
· Education Service Centers
· The ACBT website – www.acbtexas.org
· Dianna E. Carter, ACBT Scholarship Committee Chair.
Scholarship applications must be received by Friday, July 7, 2017. Recipients will be notified by Friday, August 11, 2017.
We encourage all scholarship recipients attend the 2017 ACBT Conference/Convention so they may be recognized for their great achievement.
Convention Details:
September 14-17, 2017.
The Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Dallas near the Galleria
4099 Valley View Lane
Scholarship recipients will be presented their scholarships during the Awards Breakfast on Sunday, September 17th. Please submit Scholarship Packets or requests for further information to the address below:
Dianna E. Carter, Committee Chair
12106 Swaps Drive
El Paso, Texas 79936
Phone: (915) 539-6919
E-mail:
AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF TEXAS (ACBT)
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
2017
Please note: The Scholarship application deadline is July 7, 2017.
For best results, please follow the instructions found in the announcement and the checklist below.
Applicant INFORMATION:
Name:
Mailing Address:
City/State/Zip:
Home Phone:
Cell Phone:
E-mail Address:
Date of Birth:
Age:
Gender:
Marital Status:
Number of dependents (if applicable):
Major Field of Study:
Minor Field of Study:
Cumulative Grade Point Average based on a 4.0 scale:
Class Level for Upcoming Fall Semester:
College or University You Plan to Attend in the Fall:
Texas Workforce Solutions-Blind Services Division or Certified Physician
This section must be filled out by your Blind Services Division Counselor or a Certified Physician.
Texas Workforce Solutions Counselor or Certified Physician: Please complete the information relating to vision and check types of aid received.
Certificate of Blindness.
Visual Acuity (Left eye) (Right eye)
Visual Field (Left eye) (Right eye)
Documentation of financial assistance
Tuition/fee exemption or tuition or fee payment
Books and Supplies voucher
Extra expense money at beginning of semester
Reader services
Tutorial services
Transportation (on a monthly basis)
Texas Workforce Solutions Counselor’s or Certified Physician Signature
Date:
Office Phone Number:
Counselor’s E-mail address:
APPLICATION CHECK LIST
Before mailing this application, please ensure that you have completed and included with your submission:
1. Certificate of Blindness-Provided by your Texas Workforce Solutions counselor or Certified Physician.
2. Official transcript(s). Official transcript must be sealed, signed by the proper authority, and stamped with the state seal.
3. Your acceptance letter to college or university (if entering freshman) or official academic transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended.
4. Two to three letters of recommendation (at least one from an administrator, teacher, or rehabilitation professional).
5. A 1-2 page typed autobiography.
Mail application and all supporting documentation to:
Dianna E. Carter, Scholarship Committee Chair
American Council of the Blind of Texas
12106 Swaps Drive
El Paso, Texas 79936
For additional questions, please contact Dianna E. Carter:
(915) 539-6919
Letter of Recommendation Form
Please attach this copy to each letter of recommendation.
Please make additional copies as needed.
Applicant’s Name:
Name of High School or College/University:
Name of Person Making Recommendation:
Title:
Phone:
E-mail:
The above-mentioned student is applying for a scholarship through The American Council of the Blind of Texas (ACBT).
The awards are presented to entering college freshmen, current college/university students, and students enrolled in vocational or technical programs. We are requesting your recommendation to include specific information about the accomplishments and qualifications of the applicant. Any additional comments will be most helpful to the selection committee in its evaluation of applicants.
Your recommendation of the applicant’s performance, abilities and personal qualities will be carefully reviewed. If you are aware of contributions the applicant has made to the school or community, please comment on his/her talent, dedication and effectiveness.
Please address any questions to:
Dianna E. Carter, Scholarship Committee Chair.
(915) 539-6919