Guidance

$1000

Delaware River Basin, and have made a commitment to furthering your educational ambitions in agriculture,

we would like to hear from you! In order to give us (UDRBC Scholarship Committee) an understanding of your

goals and the ideas you may have to not only preserve farming, but to revitalize it here in the Upper Delaware

River Basin, we would like to know a few things about you.

The following should be attached to the application submittal:

·         Signed letter(s) of recommendation (i.e. principal, teacher, mentor, etc.) – limit to two (2) please

·         Transcript of courses completed

·         A biographical statement telling us about yourself including your accomplishments and your reasons for applying for this scholarship. Include participation in agriculture related organizations such as 4-H, Future Farmers of America (FFA), or similar clubs

·         Three essay responses

·         attend school in the Lackawaxen Watershed.  (The high schools in the Lackawaxen Watershed are Honesdale H. S., Wallenpaupack Area H.S., Western Wayne H. S., and Canaan Christian Academy H. S.)

·         intend to pursue a career supporting environmental conservation

·         plan to major in college in a subject area that will lead to the achievement of this career goal.

The amount of the award is $500.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1.        Completed student application

2.        Essay discussing an environmental issue of concern to applicant and why.

3.        School report and recommendation from counselor

4.        Official transcript including GPA.

5.        High school profile

6.        Recommendation from a science teacher

Deadline:  April 12, 2021

• List all activities, achievements, volunteerism, employment and extracurricular involvement throughout your high

school career.

• List the 2 or 4 year college or technical school you plan on attending post high school.

• Essay Questions. Attach short answer essay responses to the application (1 paragraph minimum per essay. Essays should contain detailed and meaningful responses.)

·         Award recipients must have completed high school with at least the equivalent of a 2.5 GPA based on a 4.0 scale.  Recipients must also, while in college, attain an accumulated GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0 for his/her first and second semester and a GPA of at least 3.0 out of 4.0 (or equivalent) in each subsequent semester.

– Senior’s name

– Name of their parent/grandparent that is a Disabled veteran (and branch of service ),

– High school’s name

– Name of intended college, university, trade school, or military plans, etc. and along with proposed major/specialty.

graduating senior student, in each of fifteen different local school districts,

who exemplifies the concept of “Paying It Forward” by being kind to others and

making others in the community “feel good” about life. This scholarship is

intended for a student of good moral character, who exhibits a desire for helping

others and has a positive impact on his/her community. The student must also attend a two-year or four-year college, vocational/technical school or enlist in military service next year.

A scholarship of $500 will be awarded to each student selected by the committee.

This college scholarship is open to all high school seniors in Lackawanna, Susquehanna, Wayne and Pike Counties of Pennsylvania who will be attending a two or four-year college full time and majoring in one of the following curricula:

Forestry

Natural Resources

Environmental Planning

Environmental Engineering

Fish, Game, or Wildlife Management

Ecology and/or Environmental Studies

The scholarship is awarded in increments of $1,000 per year for each year of the degree program.

Eligibility:

1.        Wayne County resident

2.        Currently enrolled as a senior in high school

3.        Must state reasons for applying for the scholarship

Preference will be given to applicants that are planning on a future in agriculture or some related field such as, but not limited to:  Forestry, Environmental Science, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Tech, Technology Program, Natural Gas Industry

Will attend a post-secondary institution in the fall of 2021.

Demonstrates commitment to community services

Minimum G.P.A. of 2.0

2.        Proof of enrollment in college or vocational training program;

3.        Two (2) letters of Recommendation from two (2) different sources. Recommendations can’t be from a relative. Recommendations from a teacher, professor, guidance counselor, school official, employer, clergy, and the like are preferred;

4.        An essay which addresses your specific educational and career goals and how your educational endeavor will help you accomplish these goals and/or make a difference in your professional career.  Include information concerning your background, your family, education, volunteer activities; your goals in life; your strengths/weaknesses, and the reasons why you want to pursue your selected career.  The Wayne County Business and Professional Women’s Scholarship Committee will consider your essay carefully when your application is evaluated.  It should be well thought out and relevant to your career goals.  (Please limit your essay to 500 words);

5.        Certification and Release; and

Completed Waiver Request, if desired.

2.        Proof of enrollment in college or vocational training program;

3.        Two (2) letters of Recommendation from two (2) different sources. Recommendations can’t be from a relative. Recommendations from a teacher, professor, guidance counselor, school official, employer, clergy, and the like are preferred;

4.        Family Member is/was a veteran or service person

5.        An essay which addresses your specific educational and career goals and how your educational endeavor will help you accomplish these goals and/or make a difference in your professional career.  Include information concerning your background, your family, education, volunteer activities; your goals in life; your strengths/weaknesses, and the reasons why you want to pursue your selected career.  Additionally, and most critical to this scholarship application, please discuss how the family member’s service to America impacted your life. The Wayne County Business and Professional Women’s Scholarship Committee will consider your essay carefully when your application is evaluated.  It should be well thought out and relevant to your career goals.  (Please limit your essay to 500 words);

6.        Certification and Release; and

4.        Completed Waiver Request, if desired.

·         No transcript is required

·         Deadline to receive applications is May 1^st

Our application must be filled out (application is attached or can be found on our website).

·         Be a resident of Wayne County

·         Pursuing a field in horticulture/floral design or a related field such as agriculture, agribusiness, etc.

The purpose is for the student to continue his or her education after high school at a college, junior college, trade or business school.

·         Complete an application.

·         List all activities, achievements, volunteerism, employment, and extracurricular involvement throughout your high school career.

·         List the 2 or 4 year college you plan on attending post high school.

·         Essay – Who or what has motivated you to pursue a post high school education? How have academics, extracurricular activities, or volunteerism played an instrumental part in your decision making regarding a major? Attach essay to the application.

·         Attach a high school transcript to the application.

Scholarship

Biographical Cover Page

Personal Essay

Involvement/Leadership (Employment, Leadership, Awards, Community Service, Extracurriculars, etc.)

Letter of Recommendation from your current and assigned school counselor (must be an active member of SCofNEPA as of February 5, 2021)

High school transcript (an unofficial copy, as well as senior year report cards will be accepted this year)

Proof of Acceptance to any post-secondary program or institution (all majors considered)

1) Be currently attending or planning on attending a post-secondary institution in the US or Canada by the Fall of 2021.

2) Submit a short story. Detailed instructions can be found on the application page.

3) Have a GPA of 2.5 or greater.

4) Be a resident of the United States or Canada.

1) Be a Current Senior in High school or

2) A Freshman or Sophomore in College/University

3) Be a legal resident of the United States or Canada

4) Enrolled or expected to be enrolled by the Fall of 2021

5) Submit a completed online application form prior to the deadline.

·         Showing those with mental health issues that they have options.

·         Supporting someone who has struggled with mental health issues but has found a way to manage it and overcome those struggles.

·         Shining some light on mental health and the difficulties that its victims manage on a daily basis.

Applicants for the scholarship must meet the following criteria:

·         Applicant is currently enrolled at or accepted to a college in Pennsylvania (community, technical, undergraduate or postgraduate).

·         Applicant demonstrates academic achievement as reflected by a cumulative minimum 3.0 GPA in either high school or undergraduate transcripts.

·         Applicant is willing to share his or her story with the general public. If applicant wishes to remain anonymous, all effort will be made to withhold the applicant’s identity and protect his or her anonymity.

Requirements:

·         A completed Scholarship Application Form.

·         A 1-3 page typed essay about your life with mental illness, the struggles you’ve encountered and how you’ve overcome them.

·         An official copy of high school or undergrad college transcripts for all schools attended.

·         Proof of Legal Residency in U.S. (i.e. birth certificate, passport, permanent residency card, etc.).