KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #2574/MSGR HARRY MAZURKIEWICZ SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

In the name of Monsignor Harry Mazurkiewicz, this scholarship recognizes those young people who have thrived under the education of Sacred Heart School. Father Harry truly believed in a strong faith based education provided by Sacred Heart School. From the time he arrived at Sacred Heart Church as its pastor in 1956 until his retirement in 2007 educating young people with a quality academic standard and Catholic education was a primary goal. To expand education for many, he entrusted his parish and the Knights of Columbus to assist him in achieving this goal. Many times he gave personally to maintain the quality of education and asked his parishioners and Brother Knights to do the same. Due to Monsignor Harry Mazurkiewicz, Sacred Heart Church and the Knights of Columbus donating time, money and personal resources, Sacred Heart School has produced many top scholars in area schools. Individuals from as far as Austin, Bastrop, Giddings, Smithville, Brenham, Schulenburg and of course La Grange have benefitted from the education they received at Sacred Heart School. The coming together of a man of faith and the faith of his supporters hope to continue developing bright futures for many through this Knights of Columbus Council #2574 Monsignor Harry MazurkiewiczScholarship .

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #2574

MSGR HARRY MAZURKIEWICZ SCHOLARSHIP

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

The purpose of this scholarship is to offer financial assistance to a qualified high school graduate who will be entering an institution of higher education, or to a previous recipient of this scholarship who is currently enrolled in an institution of higher education and applying for renewal. The applicant should have a sound academic record and be of good character. Financial need, grades, leadership qualities, work, church, school and community involvement will be considered.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To receive this scholarship an applicant must (1) Have graduated from Sacred Heart School in La Grange, TX, (2) Be an active member, or the child or legal dependent of an active member, in good standings with the Knights of Columbus Council #2574 for a year or longer (Children or legal dependents of a deceased member who was active and in good standings with Knights of Columbus Council #2574 prior to passing away are eligible)(an active member is an individual who participates in the service and financial/insurance programs of the Order), (3) Be a High School Graduate, (4) Have applied for admission to a recognized institution of higher learning (Trade Schools included), (5) Maintain a grade point average above the level that would result in scholastic probation.

This scholarship is renewable each year, for a maximum of 4 years from commencement, as long as the student/Knights of Columbus member meet the eligibility requirements.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

An applicant will be given consideration for this scholarship when all of the following have been received by the scholarship committee:

High School Students:

  1. A fully completed application from the high school
  2. A High School transcript for all academic work including class rank, grade point average, attendance and college admissions test scores.

College Students (renewals only):

  1. A fully completed renewal application from the KofCChromcik Council #2574 website
  2. College transcripts with all classes taken & grade point average for the past year.

REIMBURSEMENT

The scholarship money will be awarded to the recipient upon presentation of a current registration receipt from the educational institution or with notification of registration where a payment will be addressed directly to the institution of higher learning. Recipients will be presented scholarship monies at a Knights of Columbus event held at the KofC Community Center. Monies will be presented in recognition of Msgr. Harry Mazurkiewicz & members of Knights of Columbus Council # 2574.

SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION DEADLINES

The completed scholarship application along with all requested documentation is required to be turned into the applicants High School Principal/Counselor or to a Knights of Columbus Council #2574/Msgr Harry Mazurkiewicz Scholarship committee member on or prior to April 1st each year.

A personal interview may be requested to determine the recipient.

Scholarship Application Form

FAMILY PROFILE

1. Applicant Name ______

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2. Current/Permanent Mailing Address ______

3. Telephone Number: (Home) ______(Cell)______

4. Male Female Date of Birth ______Place of Birth ______

5. Will both of your parents contribute to your college education? Yes No.

6. Father’s Name ______Employer/Occupation______

7. Mother’s Name ______Employer/Occupation ______

8. # of Family Members Their Age(s) # currently in College or requiring tuition

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9. Total amount of other scholarships/grants/aid you have received or will be receiving. $______

10. Knights of Columbus Member Information:

Name: ______Membership #: ______Degree ______

Insurance Involvement (Check all that apply): Insurance _____ Annuity _____ Long Term Care _____

Offices Held: Committees/Activities Served:

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ACADEMIC PROFILE

List the years you attended Sacred Heart School: ______Year Graduated ______

Name of High School (s) attended: ______Year Graduated ______

Attach your High School Transcript showing all Academic Work including class rank, GPA, attendance & College Admission Scores!

College/University/Trade School Accepted by & going to attend:______

Proposed College Major ______

Career Plans: ______

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EXTRACURRICULAR PARTICIPATION

1. List up to 6 extracurricular school or community activities in which you have been significantly involved in as a High School Student.

Name of ActivityYear (s)

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2. List up to 3 Catholic School/Church activities in which you were significantly involved in as a Sacred Heart School Student & up to 3 activities you are currently involved in as a High School Student.

Name of ActivityYear (s)

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3. List up to 8 of your most significant leadership roles, honors, and or awards extended to you as a Sacred Heart School, Middle School & high school student.

Name of ActivityYear (s)

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WORK EXPERIENCE

List any employer(s) for whom you have worked.

Employer Duties Dates

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ESSAY

In the space below, briefly explain you and/or your family’s involvement in the Knights of Columbus and how that involvement has impacted your life.

ESSAY

In the space below, please briefly explain how your Catholic education has affected your life and how you think it will impact your future. Please do so in your own handwriting.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Use this space to share additional information about yourself or your life which might need to be considered in this application, not previously mentioned.

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Signed and Printed Name Date