David Vanlith Memorial Scholarship Application

DAVID VANLITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

(Due in Counselor’s Office by April 11th)

The David VanLith Memorial Scholarship (1 @ $1000) is for the non ‘Straight A’ senior with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and who may be in need of monies in order to attend an institute of higher learning. This person must have strong reading and writing skills and show a love for literature and writing.

NAME: ______

ADDRESS: ______

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LOCAL PHONE NUMBER: ______

WHICH INSTITUTE(S) OF HIGHER LEARNING HAVE YOU APPLIED TO:

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WHICH INSTITUTE OFHIGHER LEARNING HAVE YOU BEEN ACCEPTED TO:

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EDUCATIONAL LEVEL(S) YOU PLAN TO OBTAIN: ______

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On a separate sheet(s) of paper write about the following topics:

1.  Why are you applying for this scholarship?

2.  After reading through this notebook, which is a description of David through writing - - his, ours and friends - - write a half page reaction to the emotion(s) that it evoked in you, and discuss how powerful words are in your life;

3.  Include as a separate piece your best work (ie. Poem, essay, etc);

a.  Please give an explanation as to why this piece was written, ie. (Poetry assignment, simply felt like writing…, express ideas, etc.)

4.  What is your favorite book, or your favorite type of literature, and why?

5.  How will this money benefit you in reaching your goals; Please explain why you need this scholarship to help you reach your goal of attending college.

FINANCIAL INFORMATION:

Please give a run-down of any monies available to you at this time to be used for furthering your education and the cost of tuition for the institution you will be attending.

Money available at this time: ______

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Scholarships Awarded: ______

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Cost of Tuition: ______

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Scholarship will be awarded by check when proof of enrollment is verified by registrar.