A scholarship Program

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1 A scholarship Program Sponsored by: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, INC. Phi Kappa Zeta Chapter Woodbridge, VA

2 About Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and the Phi Kappa Zeta Chapter Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. was founded January 16, 1920 on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. Five coeds, Arizona Cleaver, Pearl Neal, Myrtle Tyler, Viola Tyler and Fannie Pettie were encouraged by Charles Robert Taylor and A. Langston Taylor, members of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. to form a sister organization. The sorority s principles are Scholarship, Sisterly Love, Service and Finer Womanhood. Phi Kappa Zeta Chapter (PKZ) was chartered on December 5, 2007 in Woodbridge, VA by eight women ranging in all professional backgrounds and age groups. education/literacy, meeting the needs of women and children, and health/wellness. PKZ programming primarily focuses on The Phi Kappa Zeta Scholarship Fund The Phi Kappa Zeta Scholarship Fund was established in January Shortly thereafter, the chapter expanded the scholarship award into a scholarship program, known as the Miss Phi Kappa Zeta Program. In addition to an opportunity to apply for scholarship awards, the program also offers young ladies opportunities for personal enrichment. Eligibility for the Miss Phi Kappa Zeta Program? Applicants must meet the following Eligibility Requirements: Residency in Prince William County; High school junior or senior; Minimum GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) Application packets must be received by December 8, Awards will be determined December 15, What Makes The Miss Phi Kappa Zeta Program Unique? Scholarship programs for young high school ladies are not a new concept. Most of these programs are referred to as debutante balls or cotillions. However, unlike debutante balls and cotillions where the participants primarily focus on raising funds and selling tickets for tables, we prefer our participants focus on self-development (via the workshops and community service projects as this falls in line with our sorority s ideal of Finer Womanhood) and we take care of the majority of the financial burden for them. There are also scholarship programs where no connection between the applicant and the scholarship awarding panel exists. The awards are given primarily based on the applicant s identity on paper. The Miss PKZ Program is designed to be a development program through personal enrichment and relationship building. Because these are essential program elements, we will be instituting a mentorship component in FY13. All participants in the Miss PKZ Program will be assigned a mentor within our chapter. Our goal is to pair the young ladies with chapter members whose profession matches the desired career paths of the participants. This will enable the young ladies to start building their professional networks before they get to college.

3 Calendar In September 2012, the participants will be finalized. The 2013 Program will begin in October 2012 with an orientation meeting for all accepted applicants and their parents/guardians. During the 6-month program, there will be activities twice a month (i.e. workshop, community service event, social activity, etc.). It is anticipated that all workshops will be held on Sunday afternoons and service/social activities will be held on Saturday afternoons on a bi-weekly basis. Our Program will end with a formal pageant in which participants are presented in April Responsibilities and Expectations Participants will have the opportunity to compete for scholarship awards. Despite the participant s financial investment in this program, each participant is also required to make a personal investment. Each participant should be committed to attendance and full participation in the workshops, community service projects, and social activities of this program. Each participant should adhere to all deadlines and administrative requirements to include meetings and securing the minimum requirement of ads ($70) for the souvenir journal. Each participant shall recognize that this development program is designed for the personal enrichment of all participants and shall do her part to ensure it is a pleasant environment for all. Financial Guidelines/Policy A $65.00 participation fee is due upon submission of application of enrollment in the Miss Phi Kappa Zeta Program. Payment of the fee reserves the participant a place in the program and is due by at the time of application. All applications must be received by September 15. Each participant is also responsible for $70 of ads for the souvenir journal. Fees for the ad sales will be due in February Please note that the $65participant fee includes all the events that will occur during the 6-month program. Payments should be made payable to Phi Kappa Zeta Chapter. Registration fees and other funds are non-transferable and non-refundable. Thank you for your interest in the Miss Phi Kappa Zeta Program. We hope to see you in October at our Program orientation. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Scholarship Chair: Ms. Kimberly Pope scholarship@phikappazeta1920.org

4 Complete and return all forms by December 8, 2012 to: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Miss PKZ Scholarship Program c/o Phi Kappa Zeta Chapter P.O. Box 6369 Woodbridge, VA Please Print Legibly Applicant s Name: Address: Cell Phone: Date of Birth: Grade as of September 2012: Name of School: How did you hear about the Miss Phi Kappa Zeta Program? Applicant s Talents/Interests: Applicant s Honors/Awards: Parent/Guardian Names: Parent/Guardian Home Phone: Work Phone: Cell Phone: Preferred Method of Contact: Home Work Cell Preferred Time to Contact: Day Evening Emergency Contact (Name, Phone, Relationship): Please list any allergies or known medical conditions: If you do NOT eat any of the following, please check the box: Poultry Pork Beef Fish Dairy Parent Signature: Date:

5 Participant Essay Please respond to the following question: What would you select for your community service activity and why? Essay response should be 500 words or less, typed on a separate sheet of paper, doublespaced, Times New Roman or Arial font (size 12). Please be sure applicant s name AND signature is on the essay. Parent/Guardian Initial that you have read and understand this requirement: Grade Verification Applicant must submit her transcripts with this application. The minimum overall Grade Point Average (GPA) requirement for participation in the Miss Phi Kappa Zeta Program is 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale). Parent/Guardian Initial that you have read and understand this requirement: Certification I hereby certify that: All information submitted in the application is true and correct. I give the Phi Kappa Zeta Chapter permission to verify any information contained in this package, as necessary. I am a student intending to enroll in a college or university s degree program. Any funds received from Phi Kappa Zeta will be used solely for the purpose of paying for educational expenses, i.e. tuition or books. I understand the College Verification Form has to be completed and returned to the Phi Kappa Zeta Chapter prior to funds being disbursed, and funds will be sent directly to the college. The Phi Kappa Zeta Chapter will be notified in writing immediately if there should be any change or interruption in plans to enroll in college. Applicant Signature: Date: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: Permission/Release I hereby grant permission to use my name, comments, pictures, or photography for public relations, advertising, or any other lawful purposes, and I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished version(s) including written copy that may be created in conjunction therewith. I understand that information from my official transcript(s), scholarship application, and submitted essay may be used. Applicant Signature: Date: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:

6 Recommendation Form Applicant Name: How long have you known the applicant and in what capacity have you known her? What words come to mind when you think of the applicant? Please circle the number which best applies to each area: (1- Needs Improvement 2-Average 3-Above Average 4-Outstanding) Integrity Contribution to School or Community Character Relationship with Peers Academic Motivation Positive Attitude Responsibility Please comment briefly about the applicant s personality, character, academic aspirations, etc. Signature: Title: Please place this form in a sealed envelope, sign the flap, and return the envelope to the applicant to be mailed with their application.