Senior Awards Ceremony 2013
Scholarship Information
The following is a list of local scholarships which will be awarded at the Senior Awards Ceremony. Please review the list to find out which scholarships you are eligible for.
Complete the Common Application unless it is noted that there is an application provided by the sponsor .Your counselor will make copies for you before filling out the scholarship name. ALL DEADLINES AND DIRECTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED.
Scholarships Due April 29, 2013:
A– ARMAND ROOK REYES DIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: Demonstrates pride for Lakewood because of its unique diversity. No application needed…just the essay.
Essay: In terms of racial diversity, Lakewood ranks within the top 12% in the state of NJ. “Describe how growing up in Lakewood and being exposed to this degree of diversity will help benefit you throughout your college and professional career.”
B– LAKEWOOD ESSENTIAL POWER SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: need- and merit-based
Essay: general
*Please note: a personal interview will be required
C– LAKEWOOD HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: need – and merit-based
Essay: general
D – LAKEWOOD ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: need – and merit-based, must have some knowledge of Lakewood Rotary Club
Essay: general
*Please note: a personal interview will be required
E – OAK STREET SCHOOL P.T.O. SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: attended OakStreetSchool
Essay: Write about a teacher you had at OakStreetSchool who had a positive
influence on you.
F – DALE L. REESE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: merit based – student athlete
Essay: general
G. MATTHEWS FAMILY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: merit based – student athlete – Cross Country/Track
Essay: general
H – FRIEDLANDER FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: merit based – student planning on working in Government/Politics or a related field.
Essay: general
I – YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING AND MENTORING SCHOLARSHIP
Separate Application in Guidance
Criteria: Some community involvement
Essay: Explain your future plans and how you plan to achieve them. How will
this scholarship helps in your endeavors
Scholarships Due: April 29, 2013
J– LAKEWOOD LIONS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Separate Application in Guidance
Criteria: Service to the community, academic achievement
Essay: “What activities or projects have you participated in and how have they helped the Lakewood Community.”
K – OCEAN COUNTY COLLEGE FOUNDATION
Separate Application in Guidance
Criteria: Attending OCC in the fall 2013 – Need based
Essay: “What distinguishes your need from other and sets you apart? How will you/your family benefit from the receipt of a scholarship?”
L – LIZZIE H. DUNN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Separate Application in Guidance Office
Criteria: GPA of 2.0 or higher, 3 letters of recommendation
Essay: “My Goals and Aspirations and How I Plan To Achieve Them”
*Please note: a personal interview may be required
M –FAIRWAYS GARDEN CLUB OF LAKEWOOD
Separate Application in Guidance Office
Criteria: Majoring in Agronomy, Botany, City Planning, Conservation, Environmental Science, Floriculture, Horticulture, Land Management, Plant Pathology or related field of study.
Essay: General
N – LHS ATHLETIC HALL OF FAME AWARD
Separate Application in Guidance Office
Criteria: Student Athlete
Essay: Brief statement of your experience as an athlete at LHS and what athletics has done for you
The following is a list of local scholarships which will be awarded at the Senior Awards Ceremony. Please review the list to find out which scholarships you are eligible for.
You must complete the Common Application and make copies before filling out the scholarship name and number. ALL DEADLINES AND DIRECTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED – NO EXCEPTIONS
O – OCEAN COUNTY COLLEGE FOUNDATION
Separate Application
Criteria: Attending OCC in the fall 2013 – Need based
Essay: “What distinguishes your need from other and sets you apart? How will you/your family benefit from the receipt of a scholarship, Deadline: 6/3/13…but don’t wait…apply NOW!!!
P – OCEAN FIRST SCHOLARSHIP
Separate Application
Criteria: Attending OCC, Brookdale, Georgian Court, or Monmouth University – must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and have submitted the FAFSA form. No essay required. Must be received by May 15, 1013…APPLY NOW!
Scholarships Due April 29, 2013:
Q – DR. LOUIS GLUCK MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: entering the medical/health field
Essay: general
R – LAKEWOOD BLACKHAWKS SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: need-based
Essay: general
S – LAKEWOOD EDUCATION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: entering the field of education, business, science, OR parent employed by Lakewood School District
Essay: general
General Essay Question:
Write an essay stating your career goal and what has influenced you in this choice. Include how the school to which you are applying will assist you in attaining your future goals and why you feel you are deserving of this scholarship
An essay is required for each scholarship to which you are applying. Essays are to be typed and double-spaced and approximately 250 to 500 words in length. Your name must be typed and signed on your essay. Identify the name of the scholarship.
Also, 2 letters of recommendation must be included. If you have a resume, please attach it as well.
T. LAKEWOOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Criteria: Must be a current or past member of the LHS P.A.L.S. Program
Community service
Application: Chamber of Commerce Application – Return to Ms. Ponti in the P.A.L.S. Office
Essay: general
U. – SUNRISE MASONIC LODGE MERIT AWARD
Criteria: need – and merit-based
Essay: general, plus 3 letters of recommendation
An essay is required for each scholarship to which you are applying. Essays are to be typed and double-spaced and approximately 250 to 500 words in length. Your name must be typed and signed on your essay. Identify the name of the scholarship.
General Essay Question:
Write an essay stating your career goal and what has influenced you in this choice. Include how the school to which you are applying will assist you in attaining your future goals and why you will you be successful in the college/major you have chosen.
The following is a list of local scholarships which will be awarded at the Senior Awards Ceremony. Please review the list to find out which scholarships you are eligible for.
You must complete the Common Application and make copies before filling out the scholarship name and number. ALL DEADLINES AND DIRECTIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED – NO EXCEPTIONS!
Scholarships Due May 20, 2013:
V - NAACP SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: C+ GPA or higher, 3 letters of recommendation. Extra-curricular activities, community service and leadership skills should be stressed.
Essay: “State your future goals and educational objectives. Include realistic steps you see necessary for the attainment of your future plans.”
W– ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL CHURCH SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: community service
Essay: general
X - EDWIN R. BRANDT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: need based – student athlete
Essay: Write about how participating in sports has helped to shape the person
you are today.
Y - LAKEWOOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE – NOW OPEN TO ALL LHS SENIORS
Criteria: Community service
Application: Chamber of Commerce Application
Essay: Choose 1 of the 4 on the bottom of the application
Z– JOHN F. PATRICK SUPERINTENDENTS’ SCHOLARSHIP
Criteria: first generation in family to attend college
Essay: general
AA – LAKEWOOD POLICEMEN’S BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION #71
Separate Application
Criteria: Accepted into a 2 or 4 yr. College or University
Essay: Describe reasons for attending college; why you chose the college/university you will be attending; why will you be successful in the college/major you have chosen.
BB – GAY STRAIGHT ALLIANCE
Criteria: Member of LHS GSA
Essay: How has being a member of GSA affected you personally? Include what influence this will have in your future.
CC - OCEAN COUNTY COLLEGE FOUNDATION (FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING OCC) Separate Application
You must submit an essay (see application for essay question), completed copy of the FAFSA, transcript, copy of your Driver’s License, and a recommendation letter. *Note: this scholarship is only open to students attending OCC in the fall of 2013.
Deadline: June 1, 2013 - Don’t wait till deadline!!!
DD - OCEAN COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS Separate Application
This scholarship is for graduating seniors who will be starting a post-secondary program at Ocean County Vocational Technical School in the fall . You must submit a personal essay and two recommendation forms – see application for more details.
Deadline: May 31, 2013
EE – H. LE BARON TAYLOR MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Separate Application – DEADLINE: MAY 3, 2013
Criteria: African American high school seniors in Southern NJ
Essay: general
An essay is required for each scholarship to which you are applying. Essays are to be typed and double-spaced and approximately 250 to 500 words in length. Your name must be typed and signed on your essay. Identify the name of the scholarship.
General Essay Question:
Write an essay stating your career goal and what has influenced you in this choice. Include how the school to which you are applying will assist you in attaining your future goals and why you feel you are deserving of this scholarship.
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