Scholarship Information Packet. Lake Park High School. Educational Foundation

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1 Scholarship Information Packet Lake Park High School Educational Foundation

2 This packet contains information students should read before applying for a scholarship administered by the Lake Park High School Educational Foundation. Students will find information about the various scholarships available and the specific requirements for each scholarship. Following is a brief description of the Foundation-administered scholarships. Altier Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to four graduating students planning to pursue a two-year degree program at the College of DuPage, another community college, or attend an accredited trade school. (Pages 5-6) Alumni Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to two graduating students planning to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university. (Pages 7-8) Amanda Jane Dombrowski Memorial Scholarship - $2000 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree; who is a current member of the Lake Park High School girls soccer team and displayed leadership and sportsmanship while serving as a positive role model for younger players; and who displayed a passion and commitment to the LPHS soccer program. (Pages 9-10) Anthony Bonavolonta Family Scholarship - $2000 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend an accredited four-year college/university or community college, who demonstrates financial need, and who plans to major in fine and/or applied arts, including architecture, landscape design, industrial design, graphic design, art, urban planning, theater, or music. (Pages 11-12) Barclay Family Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend a fouryear accredited college/university, community college, technical institute, or accredited trade school. (Pages 13-14) Chris Frizzelle Memorial Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to two graduating students who are currently members of the boys soccer team; who overcame or are attempting to overcome some type of challenge; and who plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. (Pages 15-16) Cychosz Scholarship - $750 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend an accredited college/university program leading to a certificate or degree, who demonstrates financial need, and who plans to major in education, public service, engineering, or science. (Pages 17-18) Don Lovelace Memorial Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend an accredited four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree and major in health, driver education, physical education, or related fields. (Pages 19-20) 2

3 Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to two graduating students planning to attend the College of DuPage. (Pages 21-22) G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to a graduating student who has been accepted as a full-time student in an industrial technology or vocational degree or certificate program at an accredited school. (Pages 23-24) The Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to four graduating students who plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree in manufacturing, machining, or engineering. (Pages 25-26) Dan Hildebrandt Memorial Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to one graduating student on the boys tennis team, one graduating student on the girls tennis team, and one graduating student on the girls badminton team (3 total scholarships) planning to enroll in an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. (Pages 27-28) Itasca Lions Club Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to two graduating community service-oriented students from Itasca who are planning to attend an accredited four-year college/university or community college and who preferably desire to pursue a field of study that would help them foster a more humanitarian world. (Pages 29-30) Lake Park Foundation EXCEL Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to four graduating students who demonstrated excellence while at Lake Park High School; who plan to enroll in a four-year college/university or junior/community college; and who participated in athletics, activities, and or community service activities. (Pages 31-32) Lake Park Foundation Gene Swierczewski Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend an Illinois public state college or university and major in Languages, English, Political Science, Sociology, or Communications. (Pages 33-34) Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship - $1500 will be awarded to a graduating student who was a member of the Lake Park High School wrestling team that plans to attend an accredited four-year college/university program leading to a degree. Please note that this scholarship application is due on Friday, February 15, (Pages 35-36) 3

4 ***IMPORTANT: STUDENTS INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR ANY OF THESE SCHOLARSHIPS SHOULD*** 1. Read the detailed description of the scholarship(s) they are interested in (see page numbers above) and note the specific requirements for that/those scholarship(s). 2. Complete the Common Scholarship Application available at 3. Answer the specific essay question(s) for the scholarship(s) for which they are applying. 4. For each scholarship being applied for, print a hard copy of (a) the completed Common Scholarship Application, (b) the essay(s) for that scholarship, and (c) the required letter(s) of recommendation for that scholarship. (Note: Students applying for more than one scholarship may use a recommendation letter more than once as long as it meets the requirements of a particular scholarship.) 5. Turn all materials noted in #4 to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, The only exception is for the Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship which needs to be submitted to the counseling office by Friday, February 15, NOTE: Applications will not be considered if incomplete of if the appropriate support materials are not turned in by the identified deadline date for the scholarship for which a student is applying. 4

5 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the Altier Scholarship to provide financial assistance to students planning to pursue a two-year degree program at the College of DuPage, another community college, or attend an accredited trade school. Four (4) $500 scholarships will be awarded. The Altier Scholarship, established by Noreen Altier, honors Lake Park community residents Donald and Donny Altier. To be eligible for the Alter Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of plan to enroll in a two-year degree program at the College of DuPage, another community college, or attend an accredited trade school. have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 4.0 on a 5.0 scale. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Altier Scholarship will be awarded to four selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $500 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student at the College of DuPage, another community college, or an accredited trade school. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

6 (Altier Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essays and letter of recommendation. Essay #1 Essay #2 Describe in 250 words or less an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced, how you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from the experience that will help you in the future. In a maximum of 250 words, describe the most important lesson you learned while attending Lake Park and how what you learned will help you be more successful after graduation and in pursuing the area you plan to major in. 6

7 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the establishment of an Alumni Scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue his/her postsecondary education at a community college, a four-year college/university, an accredited trade school, or a technical institute. Two (2) $500 scholarships will be awarded. The Alumni Scholarship honors Lake Park alumni whose generosity over the years has provided a foundation of support for students seeking to continue their education beyond Lake Park High School To be eligible for the Alumni Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 4.5 on a 5.0 scale. be enrolled in a four-year college/university, junior/community college, accredited trade school, or technical institute. be a participant in athletics, activities, and/or community service activities at Lake Park. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Alumni Scholarship will be awarded to two selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $500 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student at a four-year college/university or a junior/community college. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

8 (Alumni Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essay along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essay and letters of recommendation. ESSAY #1 In a maximum of 250 words, describe how you have displayed leadership at Lake Park and how will use the degree you obtain to continue to provide leadership in your career and to contribute to the Lake Park community as an alum. ESSAY #2 In a maximum of 250 words, describe the most important lesson you learned while attending Lake Park and how what you learned will help you be more successful after graduation? 8

9 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The family of Amanda Jane Dombrowski and the Lake Park Educational Foundation are pleased to announce the availability of one scholarship in her memory. Amanda graduated from Lake Park High School in 2001 and later attended the University of Iowa. While at Lake Park, she was an integral member of the girls soccer team. Amanda lived with great passion for her family and friends, which carried into her life as a teacher, mentor, and caregiver for children. In her memory, Amanda s family wishes to award one $2,000 scholarship to a deserving Lake Park High School student. To be eligible for the Amanda Jane Dombrowski Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of be a current member of the Lake Park High School girls soccer team who has displayed leadership and sportsmanship and has served as a positive role model for younger players. have displayed passion and commitment towards the LPHS soccer program. plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 5.0 scale. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter or recommendation from a teacher. submit the essays noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Amanda Dombrowski Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, It is the responsibility of the scholarship winner to determine that this award from the Lake Park Educational Foundation will not interfere with NCAA eligibility. A $2,000 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited trade school, technical institute, junior college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this information to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

10 (Amanda Jane Dombrowski Memorial Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essays and letter of recommendation. ESSAY #1 Explain in 250 words or less why you need this scholarship. What sets you apart from others? ESSAY #2 Describe in 250 words or less an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced, how you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from the experience that will help you in the future. ESSAY #3 Describe in 250 words or less how you have displayed leadership, sportsmanship, and a commitment to the Lake Park High School girls soccer program. 10

11 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The family of Anthony Bonavolonta and the Lake Park Educational Foundation are pleased to announce the availability of a scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue his/her post-secondary education at an accredited four-year college or community college with a focus on the fine or applied arts. The Family of Anthony Bonavolonta Scholarship was established in honor of Bonavolonta family members and Lake Park alumni Anthony (Class of 1980) and Jan (Class of 1981). One $2,000 scholarship will be awarded to a deserving Lake Park High School student. To be eligible for the Family of Anthony Bonavolonta Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of planning to focus on the fine or applied arts, majoring in one of the following areas: Architecture, Landscape Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Art, Urban Planning, Theater, Music demonstrate financial need (attach a copy of the first page of your parents most recent federal tax return to this application). participate in a Lake Park High School club, sport, or activity for at least 6 semesters. plan to attend a four-year college/university or a community college program leading to a degree. be in the top 25% of the graduating class. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. select and submit two essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Family of Anthony Bonavolonta Scholarship will be awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $2,000 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student in a four-year college/ university or community college program leading to a degree. Please send this information to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

12 (Family of Anthony Bonavolonta Scholarship) The student must select and complete two of the following essays (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essay and letter of recommendation. ESSAY #1 ESSAY #2 In 250 words or less, provide a biography of yourself, including any special circumstances that the Scholarship Committee should be aware of in considering your application, and how this scholarship will help you attain your educational and career goals. Describe in 250 words or less an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced, how you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from the experience that will help you in the future. ESSAY #3 In 250 words or less, explain why you need this scholarship and what sets you apart from other students applying for this scholarship. ESSAY #4 Provide an explanation in 250 words or less of your financial need in seeking this scholarship. ESSAY #5 In 250 words or less, explain what program of study you wish to pursue in college and why you have selected this program. 12

13 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of a $1,000 Barclay Family Scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue his/her postsecondary education at a four-year college/university, a community college, a technical institute, or an accredited trade school. The Barclay Family Scholarship was established in honor of Barclay family members Kathy (Barclay) Goedeker (Class of 1971), Andy Barclay (Class of 1974), Betty (Barclay) Bentley (Class of 1975), Kelly (Barclay) Deterding (Class of 1979), Gavin Barclay (Class of 1980), and Ellen (Barclay) Watkins (Class of 1982), all alumni of Lake Park High School, and Kay (Barclay) Cahill who was a Lake Park High School staff member for 27 years and served for 6 years as secretary on the Lake Park High School Educational Foundation s Board of Trustees. To be eligible for the Barclay Family Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 5.0 scale. have been actively involved in Lake Park athletics and/or activities for at least 4 semesters. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit an essay as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Barclay Family Scholarship will be awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $1,000 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

14 (Barclay Family Scholarship) The following essay should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essay along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essay and letter of recommendation. Essay #1 Describe in 250 words or less an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced, how you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from the experience that will help you in the future. 14

15 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The family of Chris Frizzelle and the Lake Park Educational Foundation are pleased to announce the availability of a scholarship in his memory. Chris was a valued member of the Lake Park High School staff for twenty-one years. In addition to working in the Technology Department, he was also an integral part of the Lake Park soccer team for many years, where he served in a variety of capacities, including assistant coach and announcer for the boys team and head soccer coach and announcer for the girls team. In his memory, his family wishes to award two $500 scholarships to deserving Lake Park High School students. To be eligible for the Chris Frizzelle Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of be a current member of the Lake Park High School boys soccer team. have overcome or is attempting to overcome some type of challenge (i.e., personal, family, or financial). plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. complete the Common Scholarship Application. have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 5.0 scale. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Chris Frizzelle Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to two selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, It is the responsibility of the scholarship winner to determine that this award from the Lake Park Educational Foundation will not interfere with NCAA eligibility. A $500 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited trade school, technical institute, junior college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

16 (Chris Frizzelle Memorial Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essays and letter of recommendation. ESSAY #1 ESSAY #2 Describe in 250 words or less an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced, how you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from the experience that will help you in the future. Explain in 250 words or less why you need this scholarship. What sets you apart from others? 16

17 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation has announced the availability of the Joseph Cychosz Scholarship which will provide financial assistance to a student who is planning on a career in a field related to teaching, public service, engineering, or science. Joseph Cychosz graduated from Lake Park High School in 1974 and is a staff member of Purdue University s Network for Computational Nanotechnology. To further assist young people, a $750 scholarship will be awarded by Mr. Cychosz. To be eligible for the Joseph Cychosz Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of demonstrate financial need. plan to attend an accredited college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. major in education, public service, engineering, or science. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Cychosz Scholarship will be awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $750 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited college/university pursuing a major that meets the scholarship guidelines. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

18 (Joseph Cychosz Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essays and letter of recommendation. ESSAY #1 Provide an explanation in 250 words or less of your financial need in seeking this scholarship. Be specific and attach a copy of the first page of your parents most recent federal tax return to this application. ESSAY #2 Provide in 250 words or less a biography of yourself, including how this scholarship will help you attain your educational and career goals. 18

19 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The family of Donald C. Lovelace and the Lake Park Educational Foundation are pleased to announce the availability of one scholarship in his memory to provide financial assistance to a young man or woman planning to pursue a career in a field related to health, driver education, or physical education. Don Lovelace was a member of the Lake Park faculty for twenty-eight years. Don touched many young lives in his career as a teacher of driver education and as a coach. To further assist young people, a $1,000 scholarship will be awarded in his name. To be eligible for the Donald C. Lovelace Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of be in the upper quarter of the Class. plan to attend an accredited four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. major in health, driver education, physical education, or a related field. (Applicants are not limited to those who plan to teach.) complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit an essay as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Donald C. Lovelace Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $1,000 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited four-year college/university pursuing a major that meets the scholarship guidelines. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

20 (Donald C. Lovelace Memorial Scholarship) The following essay should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essay along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essay and letter of recommendation. ESSAY #1 In 250 words or less, provide a biography of yourself, including how this scholarship will help you attain your educational and career goals. 20

21 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue his/her educational studies at the College of DuPage. Dr. Annunziata, who graduated from Lake Park High School in 1979, was the personal physician to such famous Americans as actor Bob Hope. He is the founder and President of Desert Gastroenterology Consultants, has invented a non-surgical weight loss device, and founded a $300 million private-funded hospital in Palm Springs, California. Dr. Annunziata established this scholarship to assist two students planning to attend the College of DuPage, which he attended after graduating from Lake Park High School. Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to students planning to attend the College of DuPage. To be eligible for the Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of plan to attend the College of DuPage. have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 4.0 on a 5.0 scale. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship will be awarded to two selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $500 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student at the College of DuPage. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

22 (Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essays and letter of recommendation. ESSAY #1 Describe in 250 words or less an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced, how you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from the experience that will help you in the future. ESSAY #2 In 250 words or less, provide a biography of yourself, including how this scholarship will help you attain your educational and career goals. 22

23 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation has announced the availability of the G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship which will provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue an industrial technology or vocational career. Gaylon H. Elliott was one of the founding faculty members of Lake Park High School and was a teacher/department chairman of the Industrial/Vocational/ Technology Department for approximately thirty years. Mr. Elliott assisted and guided many young people in reaching a decision to select industrial and vocational technology as their occupational intent. A $500 scholarship will be awarded to a graduating student who has been accepted as a full-time student in an industrial technology or vocational degree or certificate program at an accredited school. To be eligible for the G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of plan to enroll in an industrial technology or vocational program of studies at an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit a letter of recommendation from at least one industrial technology/vocational teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $500 check will be issued after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

24 (G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter(s) of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essays and letter(s) of recommendation. ESSAY #1 Provide a 1-2 page description (250 words maximum) of your post-secondary occupational purpose and intent. ESSAY #2 Provide a 1-2 page (250 words maximum) biography of yourself, including how this scholarship will help you attain your educational and career goals. 24

25 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of four (4) $1000 Gene Haas Scholarships to provide financial assistance to students planning to pursue their post-secondary education at an accredited four-year college/university, community college, technical institute, or trade school in the field of manufacturing, machining, or engineering. In 1999 Gene Haas founded the Gene Haas Foundation. Haas is the owner of Haas Automation, Inc., America s leading builder of CNC machine tools, which he started in Haas Automation is now a billion dollar company and this extraordinary growth has all come in an era when Americans were being told that the United States doesn t manufacture anything anymore. A recent report, called The Skills Gap in U.S. Manufacturing 2015 and Beyond, projects that, Over the next decade, nearly three and a half million manufacturing jobs will likely need to be filled, and the skills gap is expected to result in 2 million of those jobs going unfilled. Gene s commitment to the importance of US manufacturing has incited him to focus on manufacturing education in the form of scholarships for CNC machinist training. ( To be eligible for the Gene Haas Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, COD or other community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree in the field of manufacturing, machining, or engineering. have a minimum grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 5.0 scale. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Gene Haas Scholarship will be awarded to four selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23,

26 (The Gene Haas Scholarship) A $1000 check will be issued after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited four-year college/university, community college, technical institute, or trade school program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019 and the request for reimbursement must be filed no later than June 30, Gene Haas Scholarship The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letters of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying appears on your essays and letters of recommendation. ESSAY #1 Explain in 250 words or less why you need this scholarship. What sets you apart from others? ESSAY #2 Share in 250 words or less a personal statement about how Technology and Engineering classes have affected your life. This can include why you have chosen a manufacturing, machining, or engineering career and the importance of manufacturing in your life. ESSAY #3 Explain in 250 words or less what program of study you wish to pursue and why. 26

27 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of Three (3) $500 Dan Hildebrandt Scholarships to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue his/her post-secondary education at a four-year college/university, a community college, a technical institute, or an accredited trade school. The Dan Hildebrandt Scholarship was established by Benjamin Hussey to honor the legacy of Mr. Hildebrandt, a long-time teacher and tennis coach at Lake Park High School. To be eligible for the Dan Hildebrandt Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 4.0 on a 5.0 scale. be a current member of the boys/girls tennis team or girls badminton team who has played on that team their entire time at Lake Park have spent considerable time volunteering for a charity organization(s) submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit two letters of recommendation from teachers (not tennis or badminton coach). submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Dan Hildebrandt Scholarship will be awarded to three selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $500 check will be issued after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

28 (Dan Hildebrandt Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letters of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essays and letters of recommendation. ESSAY #1 Describe in 250 words or less how tennis and/or badminton has made an impact on you as a high school student and athlete and what qualities you gained and learned from your experience. ESSAY #2 Share in 250 words or less a personal experience where you experienced a setback or difficult challenge and how you were able to overcome this obstacle. 28

29 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of two $500 Itasca Lions Club Scholarships to provide financial assistance to community service-oriented students who are planning to attend a four-year college/university or a community college and who preferably desire to pursue a field of study that would help them foster a more humanitarian world. Extra consideration is given to a student who was part of the Itasca Leo s Club. The mission of Lions Club International is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace, and promote international understanding. The Itasca Lions Club is actively involved in helping individuals who have visual or hearing impairments and fosters volunteering to aid the environment and global disaster relief. The club works locally to provide support for youth, the handicapped, and senior programs. To be eligible for the Itasca Lions Club Scholarship, the applicant must: be a resident of Itasca. be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 3.5 on a 5.0 scale. have been involved in community service/volunteer activities and have demonstrated leadership skills/qualities in school or community activities. demonstrate financial need. complete the attached application form. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday March 8, The Itasca Lions Club scholarships will be awarded to the selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $500 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited community college or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 600 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

30 (Itasca Lions Club Scholarship) The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essays and letter of recommendation. Essay #1 Describe in 250 words or less a significant community service/volunteer experience or other servicerelated activity you participated in, what you learned from this activity, and why you chose this activity. Essay #2 Provide an explanation in 250 words or less of your financial need in seeking this scholarship, including the size of your family and your family s annual income. 30

31 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation has established a $1,000 EXCEL Scholarship to recognize four students who have demonstrated excellence, commitment, educational achievement, and leadership throughout their career at Lake Park High School. The EXCEL scholarship in part honors the memory of Carl M. Forrester, Lake Park s first superintendent, and Stanley Wheeler, a former Lake Park principal and assistant superintendent. These two original staff members helped establish a strong foundation for Lake Park High School and helped guide its growth and development as a school. To be eligible for the EXCEL Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of have a current cumulative grade point average of at least 4.5 on a 5.0 scale. be enrolled in a four-year college/university or junior/community college. be a participant in athletics, activities, and or community service activities. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit two recommendation letters. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The EXCEL Scholarship will be awarded to four selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $1,000 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student at a four-year college/university or a junior/community college. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,

32 (EXCEL Scholarship) The following essay should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essay along with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letters of recommendation should be given to Ms. Mina Field in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, March 8, Make sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also appear on your essay and letters of recommendation. ESSAY #1 In 250 words or less, develop an essay on the following topic: The road to success is filled with frequent failures and challenges. Describe an event in your educational or personal life that caused a failure or challenge, how you overcame it, and what you learned from your experience. ESSAY #2 Describe in 250 words or less a significant community service/volunteer experience or other servicerelated activity you participated in, what you learned from this activity, and why you chose this activity. 32

33 Lake Park High School Educational Foundation The Lake Park Educational Foundation has established a $1,000 Scholarship in the name of Dr. Gene Swierczewski. For thirty-three years, Dr. Swierczewski served Lake Park as a teacher, department head, coach, and Associate Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Swierczewski was largely responsible for the establishment of the Lake Park Educational Foundation. To be eligible for the Gene Swierczewski Scholarship, the applicant must: be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of be in the upper quarter of the Class. attend an Illinois public state college or university. major in any of the following: Languages English Political Science Sociology Communications. complete the Common Scholarship Application. submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes. submit recommendation letters from a junior or senior English teacher and a junior or senior social studies teacher. submit the essays as noted on the following page. The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career Center by no later than Friday, March 8, The Gene Swierczewski Scholarship will be awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 23, A $1,000 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a thank you note to the scholarship donor and a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student at an Illinois public state college or university and the declaration of a major that meets the scholarship guidelines. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois The check will be issued after July 1, 2019, and the request must be filed no later than June 30,