2009 Winners

Jana Horton of Vandercook Lake High School & Robin Kocher of Lumen Christi High School

KIWANIS CLUB OF JACKSON

APPLICATIONS ARE CLOSED UNTIL 2010

This scholarship is a one-time grant for a high-school graduate who resides in Jackson County and whose goals are consistent with Kiwanis values of leadership and community service.  The selected applicant will have demonstrated potential for successful post-secondary academic study as demonstrated by high-school ACT or SAT test scores, academic class standing, and recommendation letters.  He/she will also have a record of extra-curricular activities, volunteerism, work experience and academic achievement consistent with Kiwanis standards. 

The value of this scholarship is $2000.  This scholarship can be used at a college, university, community college, or other post-secondary school which is accredited by the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges or an equivalent regional accrediting body.  Application deadline is March 31, 2009.  Winners will be announced May 22, 2009.     Please provide all information in your own handwriting.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Name:________________________________________________________________

                    Last                                   First                                    Middle

Address:_______________________________________________________________

                                  Number and Street

______________________________________________________________________

City                                               State          Zip                          Telephone Number

E-mail Address:__________________________________________________________

Name of High School:_______________________ Graduation Date:________________

                                                                                                               Month/Year

SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

Please list extra-curricular, community, and religious (be specific) activities and affiliations in which you have participated during the past three years as well as activities in the current year.  (Include clubs, student government, fine arts, volunteer work, youth programs, athletic programs, scouting, community service, church organizations and activities, etc.)  You may use the back of this page if more room is needed. 

                                                            Approximate

                                                            Time Spent                   Leadership Positions,

                          # of                            Outside of Class           Letters earned, Awards,

Activity             Years                          Hrs/Wk   Wks/Yr         Recognition, Etc.

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WORK EXPERIENCE

In the space provided below please list any paid work experience (including self-employment) you have had during the past three years.  Include summer employment as well as employment during the school year.  Complete this information beginning with your most recent work experience. 

                                                            Nature of Work                                    Dates of

Employer                                  Include Supervisory Positions                Employment, Hrs/Wk

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POST-SECONDARY SCHOOL INFORMATION

Will you be a full-time student during the coming academic year? __________________

                                                                                                            Yes/No

Major field of study:_______________________________________________________

College, university, community college, or other post-secondary school you plan to attend:

________________________________________________________________________

Name

________________________________________________________________________

Location

PERSONAL AND CAREER GOALS

Please include with this application an essay statement which addresses each of the questions listed below.  Your total response must be no longer than two handwritten pages IN YOUR OWN HANDWRITING.

(1)             Information about yourself including your reason for applying for this scholarship.

(2)             Your personal and career goals.

      (3)      Any additional information or factors which you believe should be considered by the Scholarship Committee in reviewing your application.

ATTACHMENTS

Please attach the following:

       (1)      A copy of your high-school transcript with ACT or SAT scores.

(2)        Two letters of recommendation—no family members and only one from a

            teacher, counselor or school administrator.  Also acceptable is a

            recommendation letter from your clergy, a past or present employer, or a supervisor of a community service activity.

        (3)      Your essay statement of your personal and career goals.

CERTIFICATION

I hereby affirm that the information provided on this form is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.  I understand this scholarship, if awarded to me, is for pursuing a course of study at the university, college, community college or other post-secondary school stated in this application.  I will inform the Kiwanis Club of Jackson of any changes in my plans before the upcoming school year begins.  The application may then be reevaluated.

Signature:________________________________________Date:___________________

Please submit your application to:          The Scholarship Committee

                                                            Kiwanis Club of Jackson

                                                            1203 First Street

                                                            Jackson, MI  49203

END OF APPLICATION FORM

KIWANIS CLUB OF JACKSON

1203 First Street –Jackson, Michigan  49203

Phone:  (517) 787-1704

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January 19, 2009

Dear Guidance Counselor / Student Advisor:

This letter is to inform you of scholarship opportunities offered by the Kiwanis Club of Jackson.  We will be awarding two non-renewable $2,000 scholarships and are seeking your assistance in getting the word out to seniors in your school.

The scholarship is being offered to any graduating high school student who resides in Jackson County.  The program is also open to home-schooled students.  The money can be used at any four-year college or university, community/junior college, or other post-secondary school accredited by the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges or an equivalent regional accrediting body.

The above application form lists the necessary criteria and requirements for this scholarship.  Please notify interested college-bound seniors; instruct them to access this web site at www.jacksonkiwanis.com, print out the above application, complete it , and mail it to the address shown.

The application deadline is March 31, 2009.  Winners will be announced May 22, 2009.  The Kiwanis Club of Jackson will notify all participating schools and applicants of the scholarship winners.

Your assistance in spreading the word about these scholarships is greatly appreciated.  Your help will guarantee financial aid for two worthy students.  Any questions can be directed to Scholarship Committee Chair Nels Oman at (517) 784-4032.

Thank you for your willingness to participate in our scholarship program.

Sincerely,

The Kiwanis Club of Jackson

R. Nels Oman, Ph.D.

Chair, Scholarship Committee