Richland County Education Association-Retired

Scholarship

To: Applicant

Thank you for your interest in the profession of Education. As you are aware, it is one of the most important

global professions. Our organization is committed to encouraging students who are preparing for careers

in Education. The provision of funds for this scholarship is an ongoing activity of our association. Listed below

is important information about the RCEA-R Scholarship.

Scholarship Description

The RCEA-R Scholarship is a one-time scholarship award of $1000.00. The recipient receives $500

per semester for one year.

Initial Eligibility Requirements

  1. Residency in Richland County, SC.
  1. Adequate progress toward the SC High School Diploma to be awarded at graduation ceremonies in June, 2018.
  1. An official acceptance to a South Carolina college or university (public or private).
  1. A plan to pursue a major in education.
  1. A cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher.
  1. A record of participation in school, community, and/or public service activities while in high school (grades9-12).

Complete Application Packet Contents

1. Completed RCEA-R Application Form

2. Official High School Transcript (with seal)

3. SAT and ACT Test scores (scores affixed to official High School transcript are acceptable)

4. A copy of an official letter of acceptance from a South Carolina college or university (public or private)

5. Two letters of recommendation, one from a high school teacher in a recent core curriculum course and

one from a guidance counselor, teacher, administrator, activity advisor, or coach. (no relatives, please)

  1. An up-to-date resume which may include extra-curricular activities, public service experiences, work

experience, leadership experiences, honors and awards.

  1. A typed essay addressing the applicant's interest in a career in Education and the applicant's financial need for scholarship assistance.

Application Instructions

  1. Please be sure to complete your application in its entirety.
  1. Please be sure to include all seven of the above Application Packet Contents. (Incomplete applications

will not be considered)

  1. Collate your application in the 1-7 order listed above.
  1. Applications have a postmark deadline of May 7, 2018. (Late applications will not be considered)
  1. Mail your completed application packet to: Ms. Carolynne H. Rowe, Scholarship Chairperson, Richland

CountyEducation Association-Retired, 111 Lake Hilton Drive, Chapin, SC29036.

Richland County Education Association----Retired

2018 Scholarship Application

Name______

Address______

Street number and Name City State and ZIP Code

Telephone ______Date of Birth______

High School______

High School Address

Date of High School Graduation______

Date of High School Awards Program______

College/University Acceptances for 2018-'19______

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SAT Scores ______ACT Scores ______

Verbal Math Composite Date

Rank In Class #______of ______students Curriculum______

College Prep/Honors/AP/IB

Please list All Course Levels you Have Taken.

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Guidance Counselor’s Name Guidance Counselor’s Signature

Give a Brief Explanation of Your Interest in Education and Your Need for the RCEA-R Scholarship. Attach an additional sheet if needed.

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Page 2

PrincipalSchool Activities Years of Participation

Grades

9 10 11 12

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Positions, Honors and Awards

Position Organization Years

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Community or Other Activities

Work Activities- Are you Currently Employed? Yes______No______

If Yes, what Type of Work and how many Hours Per Week?______

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Applicant’s Signature Date Parent’s Signature Date