KING PHILIP REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 2018 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

Transcription

1 KING PHILIP REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL 2018 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Instructions for the School Scholarship Committee List - Part A (Scholarships #1-27): 1. Review available scholarships listed on pages CIRCLE the number of each scholarship for which you are eligible and wish to apply for. Follow any and all additional instructions for each scholarships being applied for. 3. Complete the Scholarship Application Form Part A (pages 2-3). 4. Place any additional information required by the specific scholarships and one copy of your transcript on top of the Scholarship List (pages 4-5). 5. Attach the completed Application Form to the top of the packet. 6. Be certain your name appears on all pages. 7. Place completed packet in the box labeled Completed 2018 Scholarship Packets, prior to the deadline listed below, located in the KP Guidance Office. *Note: Scholarships #1-27 are for King Philip Regional High School Seniors only. Instructions for the Donor Selects Scholarship List - Part B (Scholarships #28-78): 1. Complete the Application Form below (pages 6-7) Note: A K symbol preceding a scholarship name indicates that the scholarship is open to a King Philip Regional High School Senior only, as designated by the donor. If there is no K symbol indicated then the scholarship is open to any senior in the tri-town area that meets the qualifications of the scholarship. 2. Copy the Application Form (pages 6-7) for each scholarship being apply for (unless otherwise noted). 3. Attach any additional information that is requested to the Application Form (such as transcript, resume, essay, etc.). 4. Place all required materials in a standard, white, business sized envelope. (Students must provide their own envelopes) 5. Neatly print your full name, scholarship name and scholarship number on the outside of the envelope (unless otherwise noted). 6. Place envelopes in the appropriately marked boxes located in the Guidance Office by the deadline listed below. Return all required materials to the Guidance Office before or by 3:00pm on Monday, March 26, 2018 Transcripts may be obtained in the GUIDANCE OFFICE, from Mrs. Gannon. Students may make additional copies, as needed. Please note: Applications received after 3:00pm on Monday, March 26, 2018 will NOT be considered for review. Applications missing required documentation will NOT be considered for review. 1

2 NAME: (Please print clearly) KING PHILIP REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL & LOCAL COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION CLASS of 2018 School Scholarship Committee List (Part A) The King Philip Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, homeless status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or ancestry in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Instructions for the School Scholarship Committee List - Part A (Scholarships #1-27): 1. Review available scholarships (pages 4-5). CIRCLE the number of each scholarship that you are eligible and wish to apply for. Follow any and all additional instructions for each scholarships being applied for. *Note: The scholarships listed below (#1-27) are for King Philip Regional High School Seniors only. 2. Complete the Scholarship Application Form Part A (pages 2-3). Place any additional information required by the specific scholarships and one copy of your transcript to the top of the Scholarship List (pages 4-5). Attach the completed Application Form to the top of the packet. Please be certain your name appears on all pages. A copy of your transcript may be obtained in the GUIDANCE OFFICE, from Mrs. Gannon, and you may make your own copies, as needed. 3. Place completed packet in the box labeled Completed 2018 Scholarship Packets, prior to the deadline listed below, located in the KP Guidance Office. Return all required materials to the Guidance Office before or by 3:00pm on Monday, March 26, 2018 Please note: Applications received after 3:00pm on Monday, March 26, 2018 will NOT be considered for review. Applications missing required documentation will NOT be considered for review. Application Form 1. Name of school you hope to attend during Planned major or course of study 3. List all high schools attended and dates of attendance 4. List names and ages of all siblings 5. List any siblings currently attending post-high school education and where they are attending 6. Statement of Financial Need for the academic school year. (A) Your Expected Expenses (B) Current Available Funds (only list monies that are certain) 1. Tuition 1. Parent/Guardian Contribution 2. Housing 2. Student Contribution 3. Books, etc. 3. Other Sources (other scholarships, etc.) (A) Total Expected Expenses (B) Total Contributions (C) Total Expected Financial Need To calculate your expected financial need (C): subtract the total contributions (B) from the total expected expenses (A). Remember, financial need is only one criteria used in selecting scholarship recipients. 2

3 Application Form, cont. NAME: (Please print clearly) List school activities, community service and work experience below OR attach a separate resume. Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 3

4 NAME: (Please print clearly) Read the list of scholarships. If you are eligible and wish to apply for the scholarship, please CIRCLE the number of the scholarship and follow the instructions as listed on page K ALLIANCE ENERGY SCHOLARSHIP Open to all King Philip High School seniors. (School scholarship committee selects) 2. K BEATRICE H. WOOD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP All King Philip Seniors from Plainville who attended Plainville elementary schools and planning a career as a Pre-K, Elementary or Secondary education teacher. (School scholarship committee selects) 3. K COSMIX BEAUTY SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP Open to all seniors planning to study cosmetology at Cosmix School of Beauty Sciences in Marlborough, MA. (School scholarship committee selects) 4. K DANIEL D. BOONE II MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Two awards are given. The first one is for a King Philip Senior continuing his/her education in the field of engineering, financial applicants considered first. The second award is for a King Philip Senior who devoted time towards school athletics or activities and is continuing his/her education at a college or technical school, with financial need. (School scholarship committee selects) 5. K FRANKLIN COUNTRY CLUB HALL OF FAME AWARD A King Philip Senior attending a four-year college with financial need. Seniors must have participated on a varsity of athletic team for at least two years and shown scholastic achievement. (School scholarship committee selects) 6. K HEATHER VINSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP All King Philip Seniors who plan to attend a 2- or 4- Year College or a vocational institution upon graduation. Student must not receive any other scholarships. (School scholarship committee selects) 7. K DOROTHY & KENNETH G. GOODMAN MEMORIAL SCIENCE SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior attending a four-year college who plans to enter into a scientific career, preferably within the medical field. Seniors must have displayed notable science academic performance. Seniors must also demonstrate a financial need. (School scholarship committee selects) 8. K LILLIAN B. ARDREY ANDERSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior from Plainville who attended Plainville Elementary School. (School scholarship committee selects) 9. K LOFA TATUPU SCHOLARSHIP Two Awards given. The first is for a King Philip Senior, who is a deserving student and is continuing their education in a vocational or technical program. The second is for a King Philip Senior with special needs who is continuing his/her education. (School scholarship committee selects) 10. K MAGGIE DEENEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior living in Plainville and attended Plainville Public Schools. The student should be enrolled in a program with plans to obtain a degree in a field such as Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, School Psychologist or Guidance Counselor. (School scholarship committee selects) 11. K NEELA GRACE NADKARNI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior who excelled in English. (School scholarship committee selects) 12. K NORFOLK TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior who resides in Norfolk, who attended, either or both, the H. Olive Day School and the Freeman-Centennial School and who plans to go into the field of teaching. (School scholarship committee selects) 13. K NORTH ATTLEBORO/PLAINVILLE ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP Open to all King Philip Seniors living in Plainville. The scholarship will be awarded to a student who exhibits community service based upon the Rotary International Motto Service above Self. (School scholarship committee selects) 14. K RAVINDRA & SARA NADKARNI MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior who is committed to community service and uses the nature of their volunteer efforts as a force to improve the lives of others. All entries must include a letter of nomination from a volunteer supervisor or teacher stating in detail the nature of the community service(s) performed. (School scholarship committee chooses) 4

5 NAME: (Please print clearly) 15. K ROBERT W. TOPHAM JR. V.F.W SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior. First preference will be given to son/daughter or grandchild of a veteran (please provide proof of military service). Students must also show need of financial assistance. (School scholarship committee selects) 16. K RYAN WILLIAM PERRY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior from Plainville who has a documented learning disability that will further his/her education in a technical program at a two-year or four-year college. Student must have grades in the B and C range. (School scholarship committee selects) 17. K SC NORFOLK SCHOLARSHIP Open to all King Philip seniors who are a resident of Norfolk. You must have participated in the SC Norfolk program for at least two years and were also on the KP Varsity roster during senior year. A scholarship will be given to a male and female player. (School scholarship committee selects) 18. K THE ANTHONY & MARY DIRE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Regional High School senior pursuing a bachelor s degree in the field of Education. (School scholarship committee selects) 19. K THE JOE SANTINO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - A King Philip Senior (1 male and 1 female student) who is a member of the basketball team. Submit a brief (1 page max) essay describing, How basketball impacted my school experience. (School scholarship committee selects) 20. K THE PATEL SCHOLARSHIP FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE A King Philip Senior who excels in community service. (School scholarship committee selects) 21. K THE PETER O. HEFRON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Regional High School senior planning to further their education and can demonstrate financial need. (School scholarship committee selects) 22. K THE RYLEE COLLINS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Open to all King Philip Seniors planning to continue their education beyond high school. Please write a short essay describing your understanding of the concept of kindness to others. Include in the essay how you demonstrated kindness to other while at King Philip and how you will continue to be kind and compassionate to others in the future. (School scholarship committee selects) 23. K THOMAS D. POLICASTRO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior who has taken a minimum of two years of AutoCAD and plans to pursue a technical or engineering career. (School scholarship committee selects) 24. K WALTER T. HOLMES SCHOLARSHIP All King Philip Seniors from Norfolk are eligible. (School scholarship committee selects) 25. K WILLIAM L. DANIEL, Jr. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FIRE & EMT Open to all King Philip Seniors furthering their education in the fields of fire safety science and/or emergency medical technician. (School scholarship committee selects) 26. K WILLIAM L. DANIEL, Jr. MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP PUBLIC SAFETY AWARD Open to all King Philip Seniors furthering their education in the field of public safety. (School scholarship committee selects) 27. K WILLIAM S. NICHOLS MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior who participated in any area of musical study during their high school years (at least 2 consecutive years in a music program) at King Philip. Seniors should have participated in one or more of the following: Marching Band, Symphony Band, Jazz Ensemble, Color Guard, Percussion Ensemble, World Percussion, Choral Program or Honors Band. Seniors should be pursuing their passion and talent for music in their collegiate studies. (School scholarship committee selects) 5

6 KING PHILIP REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL & LOCAL COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION 2018 Donor Selects List (Part B) The King Philip Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, homeless status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or ancestry in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Instructions for the Donor Selects Scholarship List - Part B (Scholarships #28-78): 1. Complete the Application Form below (pages 6-7) Note: A K symbol preceding a scholarship name indicates that the scholarship is open to a King Philip Regional High School Senior only, as designated by the donor. If there is no K symbol indicated then the scholarship is open to any senior in the tri-town area that meets the qualifications of the scholarship. 2. Copy the Application Form (pages 6-7) for each scholarship being apply for (unless otherwise noted) 3. Attach any additional information that is requested to the Application Form (such as transcript, resume, essay, etc.). Please pick up a copy of your transcript in the GUIDANCE OFFICE from Mrs. Gannon and make your own copies, as needed 4. Place all required materials in a standard, white, business sized envelope (students must provide your own envelopes) 5. Neatly write your full name, scholarship name and scholarship number on the outside of the envelope (unless otherwise noted) 6. Place envelopes in the appropriately marked boxes located in the Guidance Office by the deadline listed below Return all required materials to the Guidance Office on or before 3:00pm on Monday, March 26, 2018 Applications received after 3:00pm on Monday, March 26, 2018 will NOT be considered for review. Applications missing required documentation will NOT be considered for review. Application Form 1. Name: 2. Name of school you hope to attend during Planned major or course of study 4. List all high schools attended and dates of attendance 5. List names and ages of all siblings 6. List any siblings currently attending post-high school education and where they are attending 7. Statement of Financial Need for the academic school year. (A) Your Expected Expenses (B) Current Available Funds (only list monies that are certain) 1. Tuition 1. Parent/Guardian Contribution 2. Housing 2. Student Contribution 3. Books, etc. 3. Other Sources (other scholarships, etc.) (A) Total Expected Expenses (B) Total Contributions (C) Total Expected Financial Need To calculate your expected financial need (C): subtract the total contributions (B) from the total expected expenses (A). Remember, financial need is only one criteria used in selecting scholarship recipients 6

7 NAME: (Please print clearly) Application Form, cont. List school activities, community service and work experience below OR attach a separate resume. Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12 7

8 Listed below are the King Philip Regional High School & Community Scholarships available for graduates of the Class of 2018 (pages 8-12) 28. K AMERICAN LEGION, JOHN MCNEIL POST #217 Open to all King Philip Seniors residing in Plainville. Applications from all Plainville seniors will be considered, however, a preference will be given to those students who have family that has served in the military. (Donor selects) 29. K AMERICAN LEGION AUXILARY UNIT 225 AWARD Open to a female King Philip Senior who volunteered at least 20 hours of community service for two consecutive years. Applications from all female seniors will be considered however, a preference will be given to those students who have volunteered a portion of their community service time to a veterans organization(s) and/or WITH a veteran(s). Award applications must include a verifiable summary of community service performed. (Donor selects) 30. K BRIAN COLLENTRO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Must have participated in an activity within the King Philip Community (sport, club, volunteer, or work) and demonstrated dedication, leadership, teamwork and a strong work ethic within the activity. Applicants should submit a short (no more than 500 words) essay explaining how he/she exhibited these qualities while overcoming a difficult situation or hardship. (Donor selects) 31. BUBBA STRONG CHARITABLE SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Candidates for consideration to receive this scholarship shall be residents from Norfolk, Plainville or Wrentham who are currently enrolled as a senior in high school, plan on attending college (2 year accredited community college, or a 4 year accredited college or university) in the Fall of 2017, and have been impacted, directly or indirectly (i.e. the student or an immediate family member of the student), by a life-threatening disease. Essay required Candidates are required to write a 250-minimum word essay (font size 12, single spaced) stating their reason for applying for this scholarship and explaining how they have been personally impacted by this particular life-threatening disease. (Donor selects) 32. K BYRE FINANCIAL FREEDOM SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Open to all King Philip seniors. Applicants are required to submit a 500 word or less essay on the following: Why do you think Financial Planning is important? (Donor selects) 33. K EILEEN M. HAMLIN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior with financial need; must be very involved in community service. (Donor selects) 34. K FRIENDS OF KING PHILIP TRACK & CROSS COUNTRY Essay/Paragraph Required - Open to all King Philip seniors who participated in Cross Country, Indoor Track and/or Spring Track who has exhibited a positive attitude, put forth extreme effort and models excellent sportsmanship throughout their career. Optional Candidates are invited to submit a 5-7 sentence paragraph about what Track and/or Cross Country has meant to them during their high school career. (Donor selects) 35. FRIENDS OF THE FISKE LIBRARY Essay Required - Must be 2017 high school graduate from the town of Wrentham, with a parent/family member that is a current member of the Friends of the Fiske organization (Anyone who makes a donation to the Friends of the Fiske s current annual appeal is considered to be a member of the Friends of the Fiske). Essay Required submit essay that is approximately 250 words about a book that has influenced your life (include the name of the FOF family member on the bottom of the essay). Note: Relatives of library employees, trustees or FOF board members are not eligible to apply. (Donor selects) 36. K GEOFFREY B. SWAN SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior continuing his/her education in the field of art and who has shown excellence in art achievement. (Donor selects) 37. K GEORGE W. McINNIS WRENTHAM AMERICAN LEGION SCHOLARSHIP All King Philip Seniors from Wrentham are eligible. Must have a parent, grandparent or great-grandparent (including adopted and stepparents) on Active Duty, in the Reserve or of Veteran status of the United States Military. Seniors must also be involved with community service during their high school years. (Donor selects) 8

9 38. HENRY CARR SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - If you want to ask one question, ask yourself, what are you giving to the universe and only that will be returned. - Amit Ray Henry Carr gave to the whole KP universe and beyond. His gifts were not limited to one activity or one peer group. His ubiquitous appeal to every corner and person in the KP universe was the fact that his concern and friendship was real. He gave not because of recognition but because he loved the diverse people and personalities that make up the King Philip community. And when Henry was diagnosed with cancer in the spring of 2014, he received that love back from the King Philip family. This reciprocal relationship continued for two more years. Cancer did not stop Henry from giving to our community not even when his cancer returned and not even when it became terminal. And through that courageous battle, he leaned on KP after having given so much to our universe. One of Henry s questions to himself and others throughout his battle was "Tell me what is it you plan to do with your one wild & precious life?" So what is your answer to Henry? As importantly, how has what you have given to KP and received from KP contributed to that plan? Complete an essay on this topic and DO NOT include your name on or in the essay. Place the essay in a plain white envelope. On a separate piece of paper write your name. Place it in a separate white envelope. Staple both envelopes together. No transcript needed.. (Donor selects) 39. K JAMES L. TUPPER SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - The James L. Tupper Scholarship should appeal to an individual that would like to pursue a business degree in order to start his or her own business. Please write an essay that describes the type of business you would like to operate and how this business may help other people. Please describe how Mr. Tupper s core values, hard work, integrity, truthfulness, honesty, and consistency of product will be woven into your business philosophy. Please note: DECA projects are NOT criterion for this scholarship. (Donor selects) 40. K JEFF IDZAL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Open to all King Philip Seniors who will be attending an accredited college or university to pursue a music or music related undergraduate degree. These students must have been active in music while at King Philip (but not limited to School-sponsored programs). Students must also have demonstrated leadership skills and good citizenship while attending King Philip High School. Please be sure to describe your plans in a short essay on how you intend to pursue your degree in the music field and submit this essay with your application. (Donor selects) 41. K JOHN JAMES MAGUIRE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - All King Philip seniors who have maintained a 3.3 GPA or higher and are pursuing a four year degree in psychology or a career in mental health services are eligible. Please submit a onepage essay describing your goal in this major and the path you see yourself following to attain your career ambition. (Donor selects) 42. K KING PHILIP LEO CLUB COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - A King Philip Senior who is a member of the Leo Club. Please submit, along with your application, an essay that describes your involvement and any contributions with the King Philip Leo Club, along with how community service has impacted your life. (Donor selects) 43. K KING PHILIP MASTER THESPIAN SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior who has been active in the King Philip Drama Club for a minimum of 2 years and has at least a 2.5 GPA. This scholarship may only be awarded to students attending a non-profit institution of higher learning. (Donor selects) 44. K KING PHILIP MUSIC ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIPS SEPARATE APPLICATION REQUIRED - There are several scholarships available to King Philip Seniors who participated in the King Philip School District Music Program. These scholarships are Book Grants, the John Foulis Memorial Scholarship, the Eva and Andrew Kary, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, the Ann Policastro Memorial Scholarship and Carl H. Adams Memorial Scholarship. Students can obtain a copy of the music book grant/scholarship application by clicking on the music program website at The application link will be located on the front page of the website. *Please complete ONE Application if you are eligible for multiple KP Music Scholarships (Donor selects) 45. K- KING PHILIP NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY BOOK GRANT A King Philip Senior who is a member of the National Honor Society. (Donor selects) 46. K KING PHILIP PARENTS NETWORK GAIL O HARA SCHOLARSHIP Essay/Paragraph Required - Open to all King Philip Seniors. Please submit a paragraph describing a positive impact you have had or hope to have on someone s life. (Donor select) 47. KING PHILIP SOCCER ASSOCIATION KPSA A Senior member of King Philip Soccer Association for four seasons. Applicant should be able to name their coach for each seasons played on their application. Applicants that played more than four seasons should be given greater consideration. Applicants must have been active in community service. Full information for applicants is available at (Donor selects) 9

10 48. K KING PHILIP SPORTS BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - A King Philip Senior who should have played a sport for at least two years including senior year (Varsity or JV) and answer one of the following questions (maximum 250 word answer): 1. Why/How did participating in sports at King Philip influence your high school experience? 2. Recount an experience that impacted your team s spirit and success and your role in this experience. 3. Explain why your participation in sports will be a fond memory to carry forward. This scholarship is not based on academics, however the applicant cannot have been prohibited from participating in a sport because of an academic probation or suspension due to alcohol or drug use. This will be verified by administration. Submission should only include your name on the top of the paper and not included in the body of the text. Transcripts and application form are not needed or required. (Donor selects) 49. K- KING PHILIP STUDENT COUNCIL BOOK GRANT All applicants will be given consideration but preference will be given to members of the King Philip Student Council who have demonstrated a strong commitment to King Philip and the KP Student Council. Students are required to complete a short statement as to how they have supported the student body of King Philip and the KP Student Council. (Donor selects) 50. K KING PHILIP STUDENT COUNCIL PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP Statement Required - A King Philip Senior who has consistently shown excellent leadership qualities throughout their years at KP in any areas, including clubs, groups, sports or government. Students are required to complete a short statement outlining their leadership roles during high school and demonstrate how they have supported the student body of KP. Students must provide the name of one teacher or administrator that may be contacted as a reference. (Donor selects) 51. K KING PHILIP TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior who has decided to pursue a career in public education. (Donor selects) 52. KING PHILIP WALPOLE YOUTH HOCKEY ALUMNI SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - All current and former KPW players are eligible to apply for this scholarship. In order to be considered, student-athletes must submit the following materials, along with a transcript: What teams were you a member of during your King Philip Walpole Youth Hockey career? Describe your involvement in your community, either through service projects, volunteering or employment. Submit an essay (1,000 words maximum) answering the following question: How has playing for the King Philip Walpole Youth Hockey helped your growth as a person? (Donor selects) 53. K NANCY TOWER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Open to all seniors who will major in the field of art/art education. Seniors must complete an essay describing how their own attributes align with Mrs. Tower s core values of: exemplifying selflessness, being an inspiration to others, and having a positive outlook on life. (Donor selects) 54. K NORFOLK COMMUNITY LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - All King Philip Seniors from Norfolk are eligible. Must submit a current copy of transcript. Essay required: 500 words or less explaining his/her commitment to and experience in community service. (Donor selects) 55. K NORFOLK FIREFIGHTERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP All King Philip seniors that reside in Norfolk are eligible. (Donor selects) 56. NORFOLK LIONS SCHOLARSHIP SEPARATE APPLICATION REQUIRED - Open to all seniors living in Norfolk. The scholarship will be awarded to candidates based upon academic achievement, extracurricular activities and who have been actively involved in community service activities, with a particular emphasis on community service activities sponsored by the Norfolk Lions Club. Norfolk Lions Scholarship applications can be picked-up in the Guidance Office. (Donor selects) 57. NORFOLK POLICE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Candidates for consideration to receive this scholarship shall be high school seniors who are residents of Norfolk. It is preferred that applicants be interested in furthering their education in Criminal Justice or Public Safety, but is not a mandatory field of interest. Applicants are required to submit a 500 word or less essay on why they should be considered. (i.e.: personal accomplishments, contributions to the community, volunteering). 3 letters of recommendation, by non-family members (teacher, coach, leader of organization, head of church or member of the community) are also required. (Donor selects) 10

11 58. K OMICRON BETA SADD BOOK GRANT Essay Required - All King Philip seniors who are active members of SADD, college bound with a passion for community service and are academically in good standing are eligible to apply. Applicants must submit a 500 word or less essay based on the following prompt: What motivated you to participate in SADD and how will you continue to give back while in college? (Donor selects) 59. PAUL I. DOUGLAS MEMORIAL LIVE YOUR DREAM SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - A senior within the district, who plans on furthering his/her education. Provide a short essay explaining your dream and how to live your dream. Submit the essay typed with no identifying information on the essay. Place the unidentified essay in an envelope; write the name of the scholarship on the outside of the envelope. Write your name on a piece of paper, place it inside a second envelope and attach the two envelopes. Donor wishes to choose based on essay blindly. Do not include your transcript or resume. Failure to follow directions will result in disqualification. (Donor selects) 60. PICERNE FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP SEPARATE APPLICATION REQUIRED - Students eligible for the award will be seniors graduating from KPRHS who are residents of Plainville, exhibit the qualities of civic leadership, strong character, community service, extracurricular involvement, academic excellence, good citizenship, financial need and who plan to attend a 4-year college. NOTE: Completed Picerne Family Scholarship application is required. Picerne Family Scholarship application is available in the Guidance Office, upon request. (Donor selects) 61. PIONEER ENGINE CO. OF THE WRENTHAM FIRE DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIP All Wrentham Seniors are eligible. Preference will be given to students entering fire science technology or public service. (Donor selects) 62. K PLAINVILLE FIREFIGHTERS FIRE & EMS SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior from Plainville who plans to study Fire Science, EMT program, or related field. (Donor selects) 63. K PLAINVILLE LIONS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP All King Philip Seniors from Plainville are eligible and must demonstrate financial need. (Donor select) 64. K- PLAINVILLE POLICE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior from Plainville who plans to study Criminal Justice or Public Safety. (Donor selects) 65. K RAISE UP RYAN SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Open to all KP seniors who have chosen to make the world a better place by helping others. Please submit a short essay (500 words or less) illustrating how you have made a difference in the life of someone in our community who was in need of hope, friendship, support or encouragement (donor selects). 66. K RANDOM SMILE PROJECT JENNIFER BALLARINO MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP A King Philip Senior who is continuing their education and has shown a propensity for community service and volunteerism. Applicant must provide specific volunteer projects and one letter of reference. (Donor Selects) 67. K S.A.D.D. SCHOLARSHIP: IN MEMORY OF MAURA HOWARD & AMY CALLAGHAN Essay Required - A King Philip Senior who is an active member of S.A.D.D. and involved in community service. Attach short essay on What alcohol awareness means to you. (Donor selects) 68. K SONS OF THE AMERICAN LEGION POST #225 SCHOLARSHIP All King Philip Seniors from Wrentham are eligible. (Donor selects) 69. K THE DOTTY LARSEN CUB SCOUT PACK 131 SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - Previous member of Cub Scout Pack 131. Please provide a 300-word essay on How you benefited from being a Scout. (Donor selects) 70. K THE EDMUND J. BRABANTS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP SEPARATE APPLICATION REQUIRED - Open to all King Philip Seniors who have a minimum 3.00 GPA and plan to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution. Completed application is required; application form available in the Guidance Office, upon request. (Donor selects) 71. THE HOLLY CLUB OF WRENTHAM SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - A Wrentham senior planning to further his/her education full-time within the following academic school year. Wrentham residents only. Please submit a 200 word or less essay stating what your community service experience means to you and the effect it has had on you/your life. (Donor selects) 72. K THE SOHOANNO GARDEN CLUB OF WRENTHAM SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - All King Philip Seniors who live in Wrentham. Applicants must be accepted into a college degree program for the fall of 2016 to study landscape design, gardening, horticulture, environmental science or a related field. Applicants must submit proof of college acceptance, a high school transcript and a one-page essay (approximately 250 words) on Why you are pursuing your field of study. (Donor Select) 11

12 73. K WRENTHAM LIONS CLUB EUGENE SKIPPY BROOKS MEMORIAL LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - All seniors living in Wrentham who have demonstrated extraordinary community leadership qualities in an officer level capacity with a KPHS, or local, service organization. Other criteria include; minimum 3.0 GPA; accepted and planning to attend a four year accredited college or university; one reference from a club advisor, a teacher, or an adult leader from a local service organization; a 750 word essay as to the importance of community service and how it has impacted the applicant s life. (Donor Select) 74. K WRENTHAM LIONS CLUB HEALTH PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP All seniors living in Wrentham in need of financial assistance and pursuing a career in a health related field. (Donor selects) 75. K WRENTHAM POLICE ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP All King Philip Seniors from Wrentham are eligible. Seniors must be entering social service, law enforcement or public safety. (Donor selects) 76. K WRENTHAM TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF ALBERT E. GIBBONS All Seniors who attended Wrentham Elementary Schools are eligible. (Donor selects) 77. K WRENTHAM TEACHERS ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF KAROL LUNN All Seniors who attended Wrentham Elementary Schools and are planning to pursue a career in teaching will be considered. (Donor selects) 78. K WRENTHAM YOUTH BASEBALL/SOFTBALL SCHOLARSHIP Essay Required - All King Philip students living in Wrentham who have been members of the WYBSA are eligible. Please submit number of years played for WYBSA (include levels and/or teams) and a high school transcript. Submit an essay on the topic, How Playing in the WYBSA has affected my Growth as Person. (Donor selects) 12