Clyde A. Erwin High School Student Scholarships Sponsored by

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1 Clyde A. Erwin High School Student Scholarships Sponsored by Please check the scholarships for which you are applying: Wells Fargo Company Scholarship Paddison Family Scholarship If you are applying for the Paddison Family Scholarship, the Financial Aid Information (in Scholarship Application) and a copy of your FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) are all REQUIRED. Buncombe County Schools Foundation TEACHER Scholarship (Education Majors) John W. Abbott Scholarship (Construction Management or equivalent degree) John W. Abbott Scholarship (Engineering/Applied Technology AB Tech) The Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship Applicant must be an employee of School Nutrition OR a high school graduating senior who is the child of a Buncombe County School Nutrition Employee, pursuing a degree in nutrition or related field that would enhance the health and wellness of children (Please complete the Scholarship Application attached to The Margaret Troy Scholarship description) The Margaret Troy Scholarship Applicant must be pursuing a degree that would enhance the health and wellness of children (Please complete the Scholarship Application attached to The Margaret Troy Scholarship description) If you are applying for any of the above scholarships, it is suggested, but not required, that you complete the Financial Aid Information in the Scholarship Application. To be considered for any scholarship a copy of your FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) must be included. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident to be eligible to receive scholarship(s) from the Buncombe County Schools Foundation

2 Clyde A. Erwin High School Student Scholarships Chosen by Clyde A. Erwin High School Scholarship Committee Please check the scholarships for which you are applying: Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company Scholarship Cole Scholarship If you are applying for the Cole Scholarship, you must provide a copy of your FAFSA report, including a copy of the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) CW3 Mitch Carver Memorial Scholarship Erwin Academic Trust Scholarship Erwin Lion s Club Scholarship Marty Fullington Scholarship Dr. Patti Brown Scholarship (for an inspiring teacher) Nallenweg Student/Athlete Scholarship (play sport in college) Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship (visual arts)

3 GUIDELINES 1. All applications should be typed or written in black ink. Please do not use notebook paper (typing paper only). Application can be used for BCSF Sponsored Scholarships and Scholarships chosen by your High School Scholarship Committee, unless otherwise noted. 2. Print on front only. Please do not print on back. 3. Please do not staple. Paperclip the pages together. 4. Transcripts must be detached and reproducible. School profiles are not needed. 5. Only complete packets will be accepted. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please edit/proofread for simple grammatical errors. Materials (Please submit information in this order) Student Scholarship Application (This Application can be used for the BCSF Sponsored Scholarships and Scholarships chosen by your High School Scholarship Committee, unless otherwise noted) (Please attach additional sheets, if needed) Financial Aid Information (in Scholarship Application) Copy of FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) Resume Transcript Copy of ACT and/or SAT Score Report Two Letters of Reference (Please read the section entitled Selection Criteria about each scholarship for additional information about reference letters. In most cases, only two recommendation letters are needed.) An essay of 500 words or less that describes your career goals, future plans, etc. If you are applying for a scholarship that specifies a career (i.e. education or nursing), explain why education or nursing is your career goal and discuss any event that has influenced your choice. Also, you may want to talk about a specific person who has been instrumental in your decision. Please print your essay on the front only. Essay required for ALL scholarships. See scholarship description for essay topic. If essay not noted on scholarship description, use topic stated in this paragraph. Scholarship Award Scholarship checks will be written and mailed to the college/university in late June/early July. The Buncombe County Schools Foundation reserves the right to revoke the scholarship if the guidelines are not met or majority of costs are covered through other means. The recipient will be required to sign a Scholarship Agreement concerning financial assistance and other scholarships. We may request a copy of your Financial Aid Package from the college/university you are attending. IMPORTANT NOTE: It is suggested, but not required, that you complete the BCSF Scholarship Application Financial Aid Information (in Scholarship Application). To be considered for any scholarship a copy of your FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) must be included. If you are applying for the Paddison Family Scholarship, the Financial Aid Information (in Scholarship Application) and a copy of your FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) are ALL REQUIRED. Please mark through all Social Security numbers. Once we finish the selection process, all important documents will be shredded.

4 Buncombe County Schools Foundation Student Scholarship Application Deadline: March 24, 2017 Student Information (Please print in black ink or type) Name: (Last) (First) (Middle) Permanent Address: Street Address City State Zip Code Home Phone Number: Cell Number: High School: Student Please list the college(s) you have applied to for acceptance: College Accepted (Y/N) Pending Notification (Y/N) Name of College you plan to attend: Major Area of Study: Minor Area of Study: Career Goal: List any additional scholarships and/or loan assistance (federal/state/private) you have applied/received and amounts: (Please attach sheet if additional lines are needed) Name of Scholarship/Type of Loan Assistance Received (Y//N) Pending Notification Amount of Scholarship/Loan Assistance $ Please check the scholarships for which you are applying: Wells Fargo Scholarship Paddison Family Scholarship BCSF TEACHER Scholarship John W. Abbott Scholarship-(4 yr college/university John W. Abbott Scholarship - AB Tech Buncombe Co. Chapter SNA Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship (complete separate application) Margaret Troy Scholarship (complete separate application) Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company Scholarship Cole Scholarship CW3 Mitch Carver Memorial Scholarship Erwin Academic Trust Scholarship Erwin Lion s Club Scholarship Marty Fullington Scholarship Dr. Patti Brown Scholarship Nallenweg Student Athlete Scholarship Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship (complete separate application) Counselor s Verification School Name Clyde A. Erwin High School Counselor s Signature: Class Rank: GPA: Highest SAT: ACT:

5 Student Name: Financial Aid Information To be considered for any scholarship a copy of your FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) must be included. If you are applying for the Paddison Family Scholarship, the Financial Aid Information and a copy of your FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) are all REQUIRED Family Information (To be completed by parent/guardian of the scholarship applicant) Parent /Guardian Name: Home Address: Daytime Phone: Occupation: Employer: Second Parent/Guardian Name: Home Address: Daytime Phone: Occupation: Employer: Self Supporting Occupation: Employer: (Independent of parent or guardian) How much does your family expect to contribute to cover college costs? (Expected Family Contribution - EFC): (This if found on FAFSA Report) In what range was your parent(s)/guardian s income for the previous calendar year: Below $15,000 $15,000 - $25,000 $25,000 - $40,000 $40,000 - $60,000 $60,000 - $80,000 $80,000 - $100,000 $100,000 - $120,000 $120,000 or Above Number of dependents claimed on current taxes (including applicant): Please list information for additional sibling (s) supported by parents/guardian who also supports the scholarship applicant: Name Age School Attending Please select one of the following if applicable: Single Parent Head of Household Married filing taxes separately Married filing taxes jointly Qualifying widow(er) w/dependent child By signing below, you are agreeing that all information provided above is accurate and correct. Parent/Guardian Signature Date

6 Student Name: NOTE: APPLICANT MAY CHOOSE TO SUBMIT AN ATTACHED SHEET OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IN LIEU OF USING THIS FORM. SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Please list extracurricular activities in which you have participated during the past four years. (Include clubs, school sports, student government, fine arts, other honors/awards, etc.) ACTIVITY # MONTHS/YEARS LEADERSHIP POSITION, LETTERS EARNED, AWARDS, RECOGNITION, ETC. COMMUNITY & PERSONAL ACTIVITIES Please list community, religious and personal activities in which you have participated during the past four years. (Include volunteer work, youth programs, athletic programs, music, dance, scouts, 4-H, and hobbies to which you have devoted time). ACTIVITY # MONTHS/ YEARS # Volunteer Hours LEADERSHIP POSITION, LETTERS EARNED, AWARDS, RECOGNITION, ETC. WORK EXPERIENCE Please list any work experience (including self-employment) you have made during the past four years. (Include employment during the school year and summer months.) Complete this information beginning with your most recent work experience. Employer Position Dates of Employment Hrs/Wk

7 Student Name: By signing this application you are stating that the information you submitted is accurate and correct to the best of you and your parent/guardian knowledge. Student: Date: Parent/Guardian: Date: REMINDER: To be considered for any scholarship a copy of your FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) must be included. If you are applying for the Paddison Family Scholarship, the Financial Aid Information and a copy of your FAFSA report including the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) are all REQUIRED. Please mark through all Social Security numbers. Once we finish the selection process, all important documents will be shredded. Please scroll down to see additional information about each Scholarship

8 The Wells Fargo Scholarship Maximum $1000 Each year, Wells Fargo gives one scholarship to a senior in each of Buncombe County s high schools. The Buncombe County Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee makes all decisions for the Wells Fargo scholarships. This committee is composed of representatives from the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Board of Directors; it may include members of the community. The Director of the Foundation shall serve as an ex-officio member. The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors are eligible for scholarships. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group or national origin of the candidates. A 3.0 average is recommended. However, modifications can be made upon the recommendation of the school based scholarship committee. Applications: Beginning February 15th, potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to make application for the Wells Fargo Scholarship to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee. Final Selection Process: Based upon the criteria below, the Foundation scholarship committee may choose to interview each applicant. The scholarship recipient will receive the scholarship award at the school s awards banquet or assembly from a representative of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: (a) (b) (c) Proof of overall grade point average Participation in school and community activities Two letters of recommendation Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution, including technical schools and non-degree programs. The Director of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation shall notify each school prior to February 15, 2017 of the amount of the scholarship award for the school year. For 2017, the maximum award will be $1, Applications must be submitted to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee by Thursday, March 20, The Principal or his designee shall assure that each senior has access to the Foundation guidelines and application form well in advance of the March 30, 2017 deadline. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

9 Paddison Family Scholarship $6,000 - ($1,500 X 4 years for High School Graduate) $3,000 - ($1,500 X 2 years Early College Graduate) Each year, the Buncombe County Schools Foundation gives The Paddison Family Scholarship to deserving seniors within the Buncombe County School System. All scholarship applications will be submitted to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation for review. The scholarship committee shall be composed of members of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee, the Paddison Family Scholarship Trustee, and may include members of the school and business community. The Director of the Foundation shall serve as an ex-officio member of the scholarship selection committee. The Paddison Family Scholarship guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: To be eligible, a candidate must be a resident of Buncombe County and a graduating senior enrolled in a school in the Buncombe County School System. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group, or national origin of the candidates. Applications: All applicants must apply by submitting a completed scholarship packet to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation. Final Selection Process: Scholarships shall be awarded to students of good character in need of financial help to defray the expenses of a college education. The student shall have demonstrated a high degree of scholastic aptitude (as evidenced by his or her grade point average) and qualities of leadership. The scholarship recipient shall receive the scholarship award at the school s awards banquet or assembly from a member of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Board of Directors. Selection Criteria: Candidates shall be selected upon the basis of the following factors: 1. Academic Achievement 2. History of rendering community service at the city, county, state or national level 3. Participation in school activities 4. Two letters of recommendation from present or former teachers Award: Annual scholarships shall be substantially equal in amount to each student with an initial minimum amount of $1, The amount and number of scholarships may be changed upward or downward in light of funds available and prevailing costs of a college education, as determined from time-to-time by the Trustees. 3.0 GPA recommended to maintain all four years of scholarship Should an applicant receive a full scholarship or acceptance to a military academy you are not eligible to receive this scholarship. Duration: Scholarships shall be awarded on an annual basis for a total of four academic years to recipients satisfying the Foundation committee that he or she is continuing to meet the requirements for selection set forth above. All scholarship applications must be submitted to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee no later than Thursday, March 30, Finalists may be given a personal interview. The principal or his designee shall assure that each senior has access to the Paddison Family Scholarship Guidelines and application form well in advance of the March 30, 2017 deadline.

10 Buncombe County Schools Foundation TEACHER Scholarship $1,000 The Buncombe County Schools Foundation TEACHER Scholarship is available to a graduating senior in Buncombe County. The scholarship is for $1, and will be issued to a student who wishes to become an educator. The Buncombe County Schools Foundation TEACHER Scholarship guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors are eligible for scholarships. The program will be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group, or national origin of the candidates. A 3.0 average is recommended. However, modifications can be made upon the recommendation of the school based scholarship committee. Applications: All applicants must apply by submitting a completed scholarship packet to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation. Final Selection Process: A personal interview with the committee may be required. The scholarship recipient will receive the award at the academic awards banquet or assembly. A member of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Board of Directors will make the presentation. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: 1. Proof of overall grade point average 2. Participation in school and community activities 3. Two letters of recommendation 4. A typed brief essay (500 words or less) describing why you wish to become a teacher. The Selection Committee will use your statement as one of the criteria in selecting the recipient of this Scholarship. Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution. The Buncombe County Schools Foundation TEACHER Scholarship will be $1,000 for Applications must be submitted to the school counselor by March 24, 2017 and to the Buncombe County Schools Scholarship Committee by March 30, The principal or his designee will assure that each senior has access to the guidelines and application form well in advance of the March 30, 2017 deadline. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarships offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

11 John W. Abbott Scholarship $2,500 (4-year College/University) John W. Abbott Construction Company is awarding one scholarship to a senior from a Buncombe County High School. The scholarship offered is for $2,500. Applicant must be accepted and attend an accredited four (4) year college or university pursuing a Construction Management or equivalent degree. The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors are eligible for this scholarship. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group or national origin of the candidates. Applications: Beginning February, 2017, potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to make application for the John W. Abbott Scholarship to the BCS Foundation Scholarship Committee. Final Selection Process: Based upon the criteria below, the scholarship committee may choose to interview each applicant. The scholarship recipient will receive the scholarship award at the school s awards banquet or assembly from a representative of the organization giving the scholarship. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: A) Proof of 3.0 GPA or better B) Pursuing a Construction Management or equivalent degree at an accredited four (4) year college or university. C) Two Letters of recommendation D) Participation in school and community activities. Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The Director of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation shall notify each school prior to February of the amount of the scholarship award for the school year. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

12 John W. Abbott Scholarship $750 AB-Tech John W. Abbott Construction Company is awarding a scholarship to two graduating seniors from a Buncombe County High School. The scholarship offered is for $750 each. The scholarships will be issued to a student who will attend AB Technical College pursuing a two-year degree in Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technologies, Mechanical Engineering Technologies, Carpentry, Construction Management Technologies, or Electrical Technologies. Should only one student apply, this can be a single two-year scholarship of $750/year. The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors are eligible for this scholarship. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group or national origin of the candidates. Applications: Beginning February, 2017, potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to make application for the John W. Abbott Scholarship to the BCS Foundation Scholarship Committee. Final Selection Process: Based upon the criteria below, the scholarship committee may choose to interview each applicant. The scholarship recipient will receive the scholarship award at the school s awards banquet or assembly from a representative of the organization giving the scholarship. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: A) Proof of 2.0 GPA or better B) Enroll in one of the following Department programs: 1) Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Technologies 2) Mechanical Engineering Technologies 3) Carpentry 4) Construction Management Technologies 5) Electrical Technologies C) Two Letters of recommendation Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The Director of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation shall notify each school prior to February of the amount of the scholarship award for the school year. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

13 The Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship $500 The Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association is awarding a Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship to a School Nutrition Employee or a child (who is a graduating senior in Buncombe County Schools) of a School Nutrition employee. The scholarship offered is $500. The scholarship will be issued to the educational institution of the student s choice. The student must attend an accredited vocational, technical or university in the United States, pursing a degree that would enhance the health and wellness of children. The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Applicant must be a School Nutrition employee, or a child (a graduating senior in Buncombe County Schools) of a School Nutrition employee with a major interest in the area of nutrition, or a related field that would enhance the health and wellness of children are eligible for this scholarship. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group or national origin of the candidates. A 3.0 average is recommended. However, modifications can be made upon the recommendation of the scholarship committee. Applications: Once posted on Buncombe County Schools Foundation web site, potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to make application for the Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation. Final Selection Process: Based upon the criteria below, the scholarship committee along with representatives from the School Nutrition Department may choose to interview each applicant. The scholarship recipient will receive the scholarship award at the school s awards banquet or assembly. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Proof of overall grade point average Provide an answer to the following essay question (1000 words or less): Why is a healthy lifestyle important in school? Participation in school and community activities Two letters of recommendation Complete the attached School Nutrition Scholarship Application Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution, including technical schools and universities. All completed scholarship packets/applications are due to the high school counselor offices by March 24, The Principal or his designee shall assure that each senior has access to the Foundation guidelines and application form well in advance of the March 24, 2017 deadline. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation. (Complete Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association Scholarship Application Attached to the Margaret Troy Scholarship Description)

14 The Margaret Troy Scholarship $500 The Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association is awarding one scholarship in Memory of Margaret Troy. The scholarship offered is $ The scholarship will be issued to the educational institution of the student s choice. The student must attend an accredited vocational, technical or university in the United States, pursing a degree that would enhance the health and wellness of children. The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Buncombe County high school graduating seniors are eligible for this scholarship. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group or national origin of the candidates. A 3.0 average is recommended. However, modifications can be made upon the recommendation of the scholarship committee. Applications: Once posted on the Buncombe County Schools Foundation web site, potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to make application for the Margaret Troy Scholarship to the Buncombe County Schools Foundation. Final Selection Process: Based upon the criteria below, the scholarship committee along with representatives from the School Nutrition Department may choose to interview each applicant. The scholarship recipient shall receive the award at the academic awards banquet or assembly. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Proof of overall grade point average Provide an answer to the following essay question (1000 words or less): "Why is a healthy lifestyle important in school? Participation in school and community activities Two letters of recommendation Complete the School Nutrition Scholarship Application Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution, including technical schools and universities. All completed scholarship packets/applications are due to the high school counselor offices by March 24, The Principal or his designee shall assure that each senior has access to the Foundation guidelines and application form well in advance of the March 24, 2017 deadline. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

15 (Complete Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Scholarship Application Attached) Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association Scholarship Application Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association Healthy Lifestyles and Margaret Troy Scholarship 1. Full Name: 2. Street Address: 3. City: State: Zip Phone: 4. Cell: Student GPA: (unweighted) 5. Name of the school you plan to attend: Major: 6. Please check the scholarships for which you are applying: The Margaret Troy Scholarship (graduating senior Buncombe County Schools-pursuing degree that could enhance the health and wellness of children) The Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship (Employee of School Nutrition OR graduating senior must be a child of a BCS School Nutrition Employee) COMPLETE #7 BELOW 7. Parent s name (employed by BCS School Nutrition): Parent is employed at (School Name): Parent BCS employee SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Please list extracurricular activities in which you have participated during the past four years. (Include clubs, school sports, student government, fine arts, other honors/awards, etc.) Attach extra sheet, if necessary. ACTIVITY # MONTHS/YEARS LEADERSHIP POSITION, LETTERS EARNED, AWARDS, RECOGNITION, ETC. COMMUNITY & PERSONAL ACTIVITIES Please list community, religious and personal activities in which you have participated during the past four years. (Include volunteer work, youth programs, athletic programs, music, dance, scouts, 4-H, and hobbies to which you have devoted time). Attach extra sheet, if necessary. ACTIVITY # MONTHS/ YEARS # Volunteer Hours LEADERSHIP POSITION, LETTERS EARNED, AWARDS, RECOGNITION, ETC. Continued on next page

16 Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Association Scholarship Application Buncombe County Chapter School Nutrition Healthy Lifestyles Scholarship and Margaret Troy Scholarship Please sign below and return this application with all required materials to your High School Counseling Department by March 24, Late applications will not be accepted. I certify that all information on this form is true to the best of my knowledge and understand all decisions made are final and not subject to review or appeal. I further understand any information provided on this form may be shared with committee members of the sponsoring scholarship. Student s complete name: Student s signature: Date: Parent s signature if the student is under 18:

17 Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company Scholarship Minimum of $500 per High School The Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company Scholarship is available to one graduating senior in each of Buncombe County s high schools. Each scholarship offered is for a minimum of $ (five hundred dollars) and will be issued to the educational institution of the student s choice. The Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company Scholarship guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors are eligible for scholarships. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group, or national origin of the candidates. A 3.0 average is recommended. However, modifications can be made with the recommendations of the school based scholarship committee. Applications: Potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to make application for the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company Scholarship. Final Selection Process: All applicants must apply by submitting a completed scholarship packet to their high school scholarship committees. A personal interview with the committee is optional. The scholarship recipient shall receive the award at the academic awards banquet or assembly. Either an employee of the Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company or a member of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Board of Directors will make the presentation. Selection Criteria: Candidates shall be selected upon the bases of the following factors: 1. Proof of overall grade point average 2. Participation in school and community activities 3. Two letters of recommendation Award: The scholarship shall be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution, including technical schools and non-degree programs. The Director of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation shall notify each school of the amount of the scholarship award for the school year. In 2017, the minimum award will be $ per high school. Applications shall be submitted to the individual school s scholarship committee. Once the student is selected, the school counselor will forward the name of the winner along with the scholarship packet to the director of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation who will, in return, send the money to the educational institution that the student chooses. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

18 Cole Scholarship $1,000 The Cole Scholarship will be awarded to one graduating senior from Clyde A. Erwin. The scholarship offered is for $1,000 and will be issued to the educational institution of the student s choice. The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving seniors from Clyde A. Erwin High School are eligible for this scholarship. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group or national origin of the candidates. Applications: Potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to make application for the Cole Scholarship to the Cole Scholarship Committee. Final Selection Process: Based upon the criteria below, the Cole Scholarship Committee may choose to interview each applicant. The scholarship recipient will receive the scholarship award at the school s awards banquet or assembly from a representative of Cole Scholarship Committee. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: 1. Needs Based: a) You must submit a copy of your FAFSA report and the EFC (Expected Family Contribution) must be included. Please mark through all Social Security numbers. Once we finish the selection process, all important documents will be shredded. 2. Academic Achievement a) Demonstrated academic growth throughout applicant s high school career. 3. Participation in school and community activities. 4. Two letters of recommendation- One must be from the applicant s church or youth pastor. Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution including technical schools. The Director of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation shall notify each school of the amount of the scholarship award for the school year. For 2017, the maximum award will be $1, This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

19 CW3 Mitch Carver Memorial Scholarship $1,000 The CW3 Mitch Carver Memorial Scholarship is available to one graduating senior at Erwin High School. The scholarship is for $1, (one thousand dollars) and will be issued to a student who has displayed a sense of patriotism. Priority will be given to an ROTC cadet, but any student who has proved to be a patriotic individual is eligible. The CW3 Mitch Carver Memorial Scholarship guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors at Erwin High School are eligible for the scholarship. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group, or national origin of the candidates. Applications: Students will submit applications to the Clyde A. Erwin High School Scholarship Committee. Final Selection Process: All applicants must apply by submitting a completed scholarship packet to the Clyde A. Erwin High School Scholarship Committee. The scholarship recipient shall receive the award at the academic awards banquet or assembly. Either a member of the CW3 Mitch Carver Memorial Scholarship Committee or a member of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Board of Directors will make the presentation. Selection Criteria: Candidates shall be selected upon the bases of the following factors: 1. High school transcript 2. A personal interview may be required 3. Two letters of recommendation 4. A patriotic essay of 500 words or less (See essay requirements on the Materials page.) 5. Required to name any scholarships already received Award: The scholarship shall be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution. The CW3 Mitch Carver Memorial Scholarship will be $ for Two individuals selected by the family will join the Clyde A. Erwin Scholarship Committee to select one recipient. Once the student is selected, the school counselor will forward the name of the winner along with the scholarship packet to the director of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation who will send the money to the educational institution that the student chooses. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

20 Erwin Academic Trust Scholarship $500 Note: Please see your Counseling Office for Scholarship Guidelines

21 Erwin District Lions Club $1,000 The Erwin District Lions Club is awarding one scholarship to a senior at Erwin High School. The scholarship offered is for $1,000 for this student to attend college or university. The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors from Erwin High School are eligible for this scholarship. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group. A 3.0 average is recommended. However, modifications can be made upon the recommendation of the school based scholarship committee. Final Selection Process: Based upon the criteria below, the Erwin High School scholarship committee will determine the recipient of this scholarship. The scholarship recipient will receive the scholarship award at the school s awards banquet or assembly. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: (a) (b) (c) Must be a United States Citizen Must have a grade point average of 3.0 or above unless circumstances determined by the Erwin Scholarship Committee determines otherwise. Preference will be given to financial need and/or students with a physical handicap. Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that may vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution, including technical schools with degree programs. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

22 Marty Fullington Scholarship $1,000 Note: Please see your Counseling Office for Scholarship Guidelines This Scholarship is chosen by the Marty Fullington Scholarship Committee

23 Dr. Patti Brown Scholarship For an Aspiring Teacher $500 The Buncombe County Schools Foundation is awarding one scholarship to a senior from Erwin High School in memory of Dr. Patti Brown, a native and resident most of her life of Buncombe County. Dr. Brown was a 5th Grade Math & Science Teacher at Eblen Intermediate and formerly a 4th Grade Teacher at Leicester Elementary for 19 years. The scholarship offered is for $500 and will be issued to the educational institution of the student s choice for a student obtaining a degree in education. The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors are eligible for this scholarship. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group or national origin of the candidates. A 3.0 average is recommended. Applications: Potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to apply for the Dr. Patti Brown Scholarship to the Erwin High School Scholarship Committee. Final Selection Process: Based upon the criteria below, the scholarship committee may choose to interview each applicant. The scholarship recipient will receive the scholarship award at Erwin High School s awards banquet or assembly from a representative of the organization giving the scholarship. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: (a) (b) (c) (d) Proof of overall grade point average 3.0 or higher. Participation in school and community activities. Two letters of recommendation. Written essay telling the committee why you would like to become a teacher. Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant. The grant can be used at any educational institution. Applications must be submitted to the Erwin High School Scholarship Committee by Thursday, March 30, This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by Buncombe County Schools.

24 Nallenweg Student/Athlete Scholarship $1,000 The Nallenweg Student/Athlete Scholarship is available to one graduating senior at Clyde A. Erwin High School. The scholarship is for $1, (One Thousand and No/100 Dollars) and will be issued to a student who will be playing a sport in college. The Nallenweg Student/Athlete Scholarship guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving high school seniors at Clyde A. Erwin High School are eligible for the scholarship. Student must play a sport in college. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group, or national origin of the candidates. Applications: Students will submit applications to the Clyde A. Erwin High School Scholarship Committee. Final Selection Process: All applicants must apply by submitting a completed scholarship packet to the Clyde A. Erwin High School Scholarship Committee. The Nallenweg Scholarship Committee will make final decision of the scholarship recipient. The scholarship recipient shall receive the award at the academic awards banquet or assembly. Rich Nallenweg or a member of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation Board of Directors will make the presentation. Selection Criteria: Candidates shall be selected upon the bases of the following factors: 1. High school transcript; 2. Two letters of recommendation; 3. Participation in school and community sports and activities; 4. Must indicate degree being pursued; 5. Indicate what sport being played in college; 6. A brief essay of 100 words or less on how you will use your college degree to benefit mankind. 7. Required to name any scholarships already received Award: The scholarship shall be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution. The Scholarship will be $1, for The Clyde A. Erwin Scholarship Committee to recommend applicants to the Nallenweg Scholarship Committee. The Nallenweg Scholarship Committee will make final decision of the scholarship recipient. This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation.

25 The Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship $500 The Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship is available to a graduating senior from Clyde A. Erwin High School. Joshua graduated from Clyde A. Erwin High School in Joshua s artistic talent, though substantial, was surpassed by his kind-heartedness and humility. To truly honor the memory of Joshua, the recipient should demonstrate aptitude and/or skills in the area of visual arts; preference will be given to students who plan to pursue the visual arts as at least a secondary course of study. The student s overall character, as referenced in letters of recommendation, will also be considered. The scholarship is for $ (Five Hundred Dollars). The student scholarship program guidelines are as follows: Eligibility: Deserving seniors from Clyde A. Erwin High School are eligible for this scholarship and should demonstrate aptitude and/or skills in the area of visual arts, preference will be given to students who plan to pursue the visual arts as at least a secondary course of study. The student s overall character, as referenced in letters of recommendation, will also be considered. The program shall be administered without reference to race, creed, gender, ethnic group or national origin of the candidates. Applications: Potential scholarship candidates shall have the opportunity to make application for the Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship to the Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship Committee. Final Selection Process: The scholarship recipient will receive the scholarship award at the Clyde A. Erwin High School awards banquet or assembly from a representative of the Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship Committee. Selection Criteria: Candidates will be selected upon the basis of the following factors: 1. Proof of an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher. 2. Documentation of participation in school/community activities and/or work experience. 3. Two letters of recommendation; one must be from a teacher/mentor of the arts. The letters should include statements regarding the student s overall character. 4. Written essay: the essay should address the student s goals post high school graduation, as well as include a description of how the visual arts have impacted the student on a personal level. Award: The scholarship will be a one-time grant that will vary depending on availability of funding. The grant can be used at any educational institution including technical schools. The Director of the Buncombe County Schools Foundation shall notify each school of the amount of the scholarship award for the school year. For 2017, the maximum award will be $ This scholarship will not affect the student s ability to receive any other scholarship offered by the Buncombe County Schools Foundation. (Complete Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship Application Attached)

26 Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship Application Full Name: Street Address: City/State/Zip Phone: Cell: Student GPA: (unweighted) Name of the school you plan to attend: Major: SCHOOL ACTIVITIES Please list extracurricular activities in which you have participated during the past four years. (Include clubs, school sports, student government, fine arts, other honors/awards, etc.) Attach extra sheet, if necessary ACTIVITY # MONTHS/YEARS LEADERSHIP POSITION, LETTERS EARNED, AWARDS, RECOGNITION, ETC. COMMUNITY & PERSONAL ACTIVITIES Please list community, religious and personal activities in which you have participated during the past four years. (Include volunteer work, youth programs, athletic programs, music, dance, scouts, 4-H, and hobbies to which you have devoted time). Attach extra sheet, if necessary. ACTIVITY # MONTHS/ YEARS # Volunteer Hours LEADERSHIP POSITION, LETTERS EARNED, AWARDS, RECOGNITION, ETC. continued on next page

27 Student Name: Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship Application WORK EXPERIENCE Please list any work experience (including self-employment) you have made during the past four years. (Include employment during the school year and summer months.) Complete this information beginning with your most recent work experience. Employer Position Dates of Employment Hrs/Wk Please sign below and return this application with all required materials, at stated below, to your High School Counseling Department by March 24, Late applications will not be accepted. Proof of an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher; Documentation of participation in school/community activities and/or work experience; Two letters of recommendation; one must be from a teacher/mentor of the arts. The letters should include statements regarding the student s overall character; Written essay: the essay should address the student s goals and reasons for pursuing a degree in the visual arts, as well as include a description of how the visual arts have impacted the student on a personal level. I certify that all information on this form is true to the best of my knowledge and understand all decisions made are final and not subject to review or appeal. I further understand any information provided on this form may be shared with committee members of the sponsoring scholarship. The Joshua Webb Cook Memorial Scholarship will be awarded during at the Clyde A. Erwin Academic Awards Ceremony. The ceremony date to be announced. By applying to this scholarship, I agree to attend the ceremony if a scholarship recipient. Student s complete name: Student s signature: Date: Parent s signature if the student is under 18: