March 5, Dear Senior High School Counselor / College & Career Advisor:

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1 March 5, 2018 Dear Senior High School Counselor / College & Career Advisor: The Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Nu Zeta Omega Chapter awards academic scholarships up to $1, to graduating high school seniors who reside in Charles County and St. Mary s County. These scholarships are awarded to students who plan to attend a two (2) or four (4) year college or university on a full-time basis in the year of graduation. Scholarships are awarded on academic achievement, community involvement and the applicant s ability to effectively communicate thoughts and ideas in writing. All candidates must possess a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 calculated through the end of the second quarter in the year they apply. The members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Nu Zeta Omega Chapter, would very much appreciate it if you would take a moment from your busy schedule to encourage qualifying students, who would benefit from this scholarship, to apply. All application materials must be postmarked/received by April 6, Thank you, Denise Barnes, President Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities 1

2 Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities Nu Zeta Omega Chapter Waldorf, Maryland 2018 Scholarship Application Packet 2

3 Dear Scholarship Applicants: The Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Nu Zeta Omega Chapter will be awarding academic scholarships, up to $1,000, to graduating high school seniors who reside in the Charles County or St. Mary s County. Each 2018 graduating senior must plan to attend a two (2) or four (4) year college or university on a full-time basis in the year of graduation. Scholarships will be awarded based on academic achievement, community involvement, and the applicant s ability to effectively articulate thoughts and ideas in writing. All candidates must possess a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5, calculated through the end of the second quarter. If selected, the candidate will be required to attend an in-person interview during the week of April 16 20, The following must be returned to Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities, in one packet: 1. A completed computer generated or typed application. The applicant must sign the application. 2. Two (2) current letters of recommendation. These letters must be: (a) a community service letter of recommendation from a community service representative or coordinator; and (b) a scholastic recommendation letter from a school official/faculty member. Each letter must be on official school letterhead, computer generated or typed and signed by an authorized representative. ** Please Note: Community service activities cannot be job related or those that are done in the interest of family, self, or for which the applicant received a grade at their respective school. All community service hours must have been completed within the last 24 months. Some examples of acceptable community service activities are: Feeding the homeless Participating in Christmas in April Registering voters Volunteering in local hospitals Tutoring/mentoring Volunteering with community based public service organizations (e.g., Red Cross and March of Dimes) 3. An official transcript in a sealed envelope with the registrar s signature stamped across the seal. 3

4 4. Verification of acceptance and confirmation for admission into a two (2) or four (4) year college or university on a full-time basis in the year of graduation. 5. A minimum 2 ½ by 3 ½ wallet size school photograph (school ID photos and passport photos will not be accepted). 6. A 300-word maximum essay on the following topic: Imagine you are the President of the United States of America. Explain how your leadership will impact your local community, the nation, and the world at large. Be specific and provide supporting details. The essay must be computer generated or typed, double spaced, single side, on 8 ½ x 11 paper. The applicant s name and address MUST appear in the upper right hand corner of the first page. The applicant is required to include a computer generated word count with the essay. All applications and supporting documentation must be placed in a 9 x 12 manila envelope. Student applications will be reviewed for completeness and ranking based on the cumulative GPA. After the initial review, selected applicants will be notified via , and required to attend an in-person interview. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Applications must be postmarked by April 6, All applications must be mailed to: Sincerely, Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities Attention: Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 1324 White Plains, MD Denise Barnes President Wualanda Thenstead Scholarship Chairman 4

5 Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities 2018 Scholarship Application Name: (Last) (First) (Middle) Address: City: State: Zip Code: Home/Cell Number: Date of Birth: Address: Parent/Guardians Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Home/Cell Number: Address: Name of High School: Address: City: State: Zip Code: 5

6 Telephone: School Counselor s Name: Address: Have you been accepted to an institution of higher learning? Yes No Name the institutions where you have been accepted: If you have been accepted at more than one institution, which will you most likely attend? Anticipated Major/Field of Study: School Activities: Awards and Honors: Community Activities and Services: (Attach additional sheets if necessary must be computer generated) My signature indicates that I am attesting to the accuracy of the information provided in this scholarship application. I also understand that the scholarship will be applied towards tution, fees, books, equipment, and supplies only. Applicant Signature: Date: If there are any questions concerning the application, please feel free to forward your questions to: ivyandpearls.scholarship@gmail.com Submit Application Packet to: Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities Attention: Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 1324 White Plains, MD All applications must be postmarked by April 6,

7 Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities 2018 Scholarship Application Checklist Prior to mailing your application, please take time to make sure all required information is included in your packet: Completed computer generated or typed application. All applications must be signed Two (2) current letters of recommendation. These letters must be: A community service letter of recommendation from a community service representative or coordinator; and A scholastic recommendation letter from a school official/faculty member. Each letter must be on official school letterhead, computer generated or typed, and signed by an authorized representative. Official transcript in a sealed envelope with the registrar s signature stamped across the seal. Verification of acceptance and confirmation for admission into a two (2) or four (4) year college or university on a full-time basis in the year of graduation. Minimum 2 ½ by 3 ½ wallet size school photograph (school IDs and passports will not be accepted). Photos will not be returned 300-word maximum essay (Applicant is required to include a computer generated word count page with the essay). Scholarship will be applied towards tuition, fees, books, equipment, and supplies only. INCOMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGES WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. All applications and supporting documentation must be placed in a 9 x 12 manila envelope. Submit Application Packet to: Ivy and Pearls of Southern Maryland Community Charities Attention: Scholarship Committee P.O. Box 1324 White Plains, MD All applications must be postmarked by April 6,