2016

Carla Medina Memorial Scholarship

APPLICATION

The Carla Medina Memorial Scholarship is in memory of a lovely and dedicated wife, mother, and Early Childhood Educator with the Contra Costa Child Care Council.

Before completing the application, please make sure you meet the following criteria:

  • Must be working towards a Certificate or Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education
  • Must be Spanish speaking
  • May be a continuing or graduating/transferring student
  • Must be currently enrolled in six (6) units or more at Los Medanos College
  • Minimum GPA of 2.5
  • Scholarship recipient will be invited to attend and be honored at the Child Care Council Professional Development Conference on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Diablo Valley College.

Scholarship Award Amount

One student will be selected to receive the $750.00scholarship.Scholarship recipient will be honored at the Child Care Council Professional Development Conference on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at Diablo Valley College.Decisions will be emailed to students’ Insite Email early April 2016. Funds must be used for educational expenses including tuition, books, workshops, equipment, etc.

Required Documents:

  • Completed and signed application
  • 250-500 Essay
  • Unofficial LMC transcript
  • Current class schedule
  • Two letters of recommendation

I have read the criteria and understand the required process for the Carla Medina MemorialScholarship and verify that I meet all of the requirements listed above.

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Applicant’s SignatureDate

Application Deadline: April 1, 2016

Applications submitted after April 1st will not be considered.

Application must be submitted to the Financial Aid Office, Student Services Building, Room 309

APPLICATION INFORMATION

BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Name ______Student ID #

Address ______

City ______State _____ Zip ______

Telephone ( )

Email

How many units have your completed at LMC? ______Number of Units in Progress______

What is your GPA? ______

What is your LMC Major?______Career Choice? ______

Degree Pursuing at LMC?  Associates Certificate of Achievement None

I am an:  International Student  Out-of-State Student  In-State Student  AB540

Do you currently receive student loans or other financial assistance?  yes no

If yes, what are the sources of your assistance? ______

What is your annual income?

Please share your experiences, if any, working or volunteering in early childhood education:

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ESSAY

In a typed 250-500 word essay please address: Why you have chosen a career in Early Childhood, your long term goals in the field of Early Childhood, your teaching strengths and how you plan to support young children who are second language learners in the classroom.