SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME. Information for Malaysian Applicants

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1 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME Information for Malaysian Applicants

2 SJII Malaysia SJII Malaysia, a school of the De La Salle Brothers, will open in state-of-the-art buildings in Petaling Jaya in August Vision To be an international school of choice, recognized for values centred education and learning driven by passion that nurtures persons who make a difference to society. We are committed to developing our students to become thinking and caring global citizens who are at the same time securely rooted in their community, share common values and have genuine spiritual awareness. Mission Enabling youth to learn how to learn, and to learn how to live, empowering them to become people of integrity and people for others.

3 Lasallian Connection Underpinning all we do is the ethos of the 330-year Catholic educational tradition of the De La Salle Brothers (named after St. John Baptist de La Salle, Founder and Patron Saint of Teachers) with its network of over 900 Lasallian educational institutions in 80 countries, including 67 universities. In addition to our students being prepared to do well academically for their International Baccalaureate Diploma studies, students will have the opportunity to discover their interests and talents in a caring, respectful and inclusive community which strongly emphasizes character, service and leadership development. The school will have 4 Brothers in residence to provide support and guidance to students. Students who leave SJII Malaysia will be: Lifelong learners who are resilient, creative, problem solvers, adaptable and risk takers. Equipped with life skills, which will ensure they are respectful, thoughtful, caring and compassionate Internationally minded, who will have a sense of community and engagement; celebrate diversity; take positive action and have global awareness.

4 What We Offer The International Baccalaureate Diploma. Students in Year 12 and Year 13 at SJII Malaysia study the IB Diploma. The IBDP is widely recognised as one of the world s most challenging educational programmes. It focuses on personal, social and academic development and is globally recognised by leading universities for the holistic and rigorous education it provides. Success in the IBDP offers students the opportunity to gain access to the best universities in the world. Nurturing and Caring Teachers. Teachers at SJII Malaysia will not only be highly qualified but will also be nurturing and caring. All teachers will be committed to holistic education, have high expectations, be skilled practitioners and outstanding role models. Strong Service Learning Dimension. As a Lasallian school, all students will have many opportunities to participate in service learning locally and in the region so that they can make a difference in the lives of others.

5 A scholar s reflection

6 St Joseph s Institution International Malaysia will offer scholarships to students entering Year 12 in August The Scholarship Programme aims to enable deserving students to benefit from the unique holistic Lasallian education, regardless of financial means. Scholarships: Provide full board and lodging and some basic expenses for students living outside the Klang Valley and overseas Will be awarded based on: o the student's current school academic records o internal SJIIM Scholarship tests o an interview with the Scholarship Panel o a written personal statement supplied with application o an endorsement from the Principal of the applicant s secondary school Merit-Based Means-Tested Scholarships: Will cover tuition fees as per the following schedule: Combined Gross Family Income Percentage of fees covered by scholarship (%) Below RM 250, RM 250, , RM 300, , RM 350, , RM 400, , Above RM 450, Evidence of the Combined Gross Family Income will be required to be eligible for any means tested scholarship. Merit Based Scholarships: Will cover all or part of tuition fees for 2 years

7 Applications close on Friday, February 19, Scholarship tests will take place on Saturday, February 27. Short listed applicants will attend a selection interview in early March. To download the application form please visit our website at: Full applications should be ed to stuartglascott@sji-international.edu.my and include: A completed Application Form, signed by your parent or guardian Personal Statement Copies of official school transcripts for the past 2 years One recent passport sized photograph (attached to the application form) If you are applying for a means-tested merit-based scholarship evidence of the Combined Gross Family Income Endorsement from the Principal of your secondary school *********************************************************** Global awareness

8 Co-operation