2018 Local Book Co-Action Academic Resources 1
A letter to our community, Local business, community, and educational leaders established to assist learners with the growing costs of post-secondary education. s have been developed and are coordinated for residents and the workforce of the Maplewood, North St. Paul, and Oakdale areas. The goal of Co-Action is to contribute to the future of residents post-secondary education by streamlining the administration process of creating scholarships, simplifying the application process for local scholarships and building a Co-Action Fund that will provide scholarships for the future. In this new economy it has never been more important than now to invest in our youth and their post-secondary education. We have never needed the help of the community more than today; please take time to give back to ensure our efforts can continue now and well into the future. There are many opportunities available to sponsor, match or create new scholarships, endowments or memorials. Our group can take the administrative work out of the process and make your goals a reality. Co-Action is separate from, but supportive of, our schools. The scholarships solicited may be available to high school 2 seniors who attend public or private school within the ISD 622 boundaries. Returning adult learners who reside and/ or work within the stated boundaries are also eligible for some scholarships. Again, a gift of monies and/or talents to Co-Action Academic Resources can make a tremendous difference in the lives of the youth and returning adults in our community. With your help, we can do more. Through support of postsecondary education, Co-Action can make our community a better place to live and work. Career goals realized make good economic sense for our community. Thank you for your continued support. Marc L. Cove, 2017-2018 chair of Co-Action Senior Vice President Platinum Bank
Dear Seniors and Parents, This Book contains information about scholarships available from the Fund and local organizations throughout the area. These groups applaud your successes and appreciate your contributions to the community. Use this book as a resource guide listing most of the local scholarships and helpful resources to assist you in your search for scholarship funding. Many groups have agreed to use the Co-Action application packet. However, some scholarships require you to use a specific application form for their programs. Application forms for those scholarships are available in your school s guidance office and on your school s website. You may apply for multiple scholarships by using the checklist in the Co-Action application packet. Carefully read the selection criteria for the scholarships that interest you because selection is based entirely upon the criteria that have been established by the donor(s). If the scholarship program has specific information required such as recommendations, essays, personal statements, other special information or has other deadlines, it will be noted in the scholarship description. Students receiving full ride scholarships are not eligible for these awards. A committee will meet to determine who will receive scholarships and awards. All Co-Action scholarships and awards will be announced in May. winners will receive letters indicating the exact procedure they must follow to claim their award. Applications and all other information should be completed on your computer whenever possible, then printed out and neatly organized for the selection committee. If completed by hand, please type or print neatly with black ink (no pencil). Since your packet needs to be duplicated for the committee, any forms that are not legible after duplication will be returned. s are to be used for tuition expenses during the 2018-2019 school year, with requirements to collect the scholarship by December 31, 2018. Co-Action has used every precaution to verify the accuracy and timeliness of scholarship information provided. The Co-Action Application packet must be completed on or before Friday, March 23, 2018 by 12:00 P.M. NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED Best of Luck 3
All Area High School Students Eligible Fund s The Fund is awarding a minimum of five $1,000 scholarships to persons who live, learn or work within the communities we serve. Five s: $1,000 each C average or above Community and/or School Involvement Related experiences to your field of study (work or volunteer) Planning to attend a two or four year accredited postsecondary institution Platinum Bank The Platinum Bank is geared for both high school seniors and post high school graduates who wish to further their education at a two or four year college. One : $1,000 Must be a high school senior in good standing or have already received their high school diploma or general equivalence diploma (GED) Priority given to current students who have a GPA in the range of 2.5 3.5 School/Community involvement Priority will be given to those employed in a community small business Oak Meadows Senior Living Oak Meadows Independent and Assisted Senior Living is owned and operated by Family Resources Development, Inc., a not-for-profit organization affiliated with the Minnesota Conference of the United Church of Christ. Our mission is to provide a dignified living environment, which embodies God s love for all and is dedicated to the well being of our tenants, their families and staff. This scholarship is offered in partnership with the Co-Action Fund. : $500 Enrollment in a health care or human services program, as a home health aide or nurse Enrollment in a culinary program is open to high school graduates and returning adults 4
Residency Requirement Alerus Financial Alerus Financial believes the foundation of our future is built with our youth. Alerus Financial has donated funds to provide a scholarship for a high school graduating senior who is planning to attend a two or four year college. : $1,000 Good academic standing School or community involvement Resident of Oakdale, North St. Paul, Maplewood or Lake Elmo Oakdale Area Chamber of Commerce The Oakdale Area Chamber of Commerce has donated funds to provide scholarships for high school seniors who plan to attend a two- or four-year college or technical school. Four s: $1,000 each Three $1,000 scholarships for graduating seniors who attend Tartan or North High Schools One $1,000 scholarship for a graduating senior who is an Oakdale resident and/or is affiliated with the Oakdale Area Chamber of Commerce. Must reside within the ISD 622 boundaries Continued enrollment in post-secondary school School & Community involvement Work experience Hill-Murray, North & Tartan Students Eligible Allie Mazur Memorial In memory of Allie, friends and family are providing an annual scholarship to a high school graduating senior who plans to attend a two- or four-year college or technical school. : $2,000 Hill-Murray School, North High School or Tartan High School graduating senior. Pursue a career in the visual fine arts, in the fields of graphic arts, photography, fashion design or merchandising, interior design, animation, sculpture, illustration, multimedia, or related. North & Tartan Students Eligible Hal and Marion Norgard Memorial Hal and Marion Norgard were lifelong residents of North St. Paul, and both devoted many years of service to the community. Their passion and devotion to the community provided the necessary mentorship that is so desperately needed to inspire all walks of life in our community. The Norgard family, in partnership with the 622 Education Foundation, provides two $1,000 scholarships to one high school graduate from both North High and Tartan High, to provide the opportunity for the graduate to be a contributing citizen through his or her continued academic success. Two s: $1000 each (1 at North, 1 at Tartan) Top 20% of their graduation class Contributions to the community Financial need may be a consideration 5
All Family Dental All Family Dental, a longtime supporter of local scholarship funds realizes the benefit of continued lifelong learning to the success of our community, our businesses and the individuals within our community. To help meet those needs and to help defray the high cost of education, All Family Dental has donated funds in partnership with the Co-Action Fund to provide a $1000 scholarship to a graduating senior from Tartan or North High School. : $1000 Graduating Senior from Tartan or North High Schools Top 10% of Graduating Class School and Community Involvement Work Experience Submit an essay, not longer than 500 words describing your future life plans and aspirations Mike White Memorial Mike White was a past superintendent of School District 622. He was committed to improving the lives of those around him by help establish the 622 Education Foundation and generously donating his time. The 622 Education Foundation, in partnership with the Co-Action fund, provides one $1,000 scholarship to a high school graduate from North High or Tartan High, to provide the opportunity for the graduate to be a contributing citizen through his or her continued academic success. One : $1,000 Academic standing within the top 10% of their graduating class at North or Tartan Contributions to the community Financial need may be a consideration Oakdale Area Chamber of Commerce AVID The Oakdale Area Chamber of Commerce has donated funds to support members of the AVID program at North and Tartan who are often the first members of their family to attend college. This scholarship is offered in partnership with the Co-Action Fund. Two s: $1000 each (1 at North, 1 at Tartan) Must be part of the AVID program at North or Tartan Community service and volunteerism required Work experience required Must reside within the ISD 622 boundaries School & Community involvement Minimum 3.0 GPA Essay: Must include a personal statement in which you share what obstacles you have faced and how you overcame them as well as how this scholarship will help you reach your goals. The Fulton Klinkerfues Memorial Fulton Klinkerfues was one of the founding directors of the 622 Education Foundation. Over a career with School District 622 that spanned nearly four decades, from 1954 to 1993, Fulton served as teacher, assistant principal and principal at John Glenn Middle School. He also served as president of the Minnesota Education Association in the late 1960s. He was active in Foundation activities as well. A dedicated director, he regularly attended board meetings and participated in many fundraising events. The Klinkerfues Family has donated funding for this scholarship. One : $1,000 One graduate from North or Tartan pursing a degree in Education GPA of 3.0 or higher Demonstrated interest working with youth 6
North High Students Eligible North High Drama s North High Drama Booster Club is honored to award three scholarships up to $500 each. We feel it is important to not only support our kids when they are performing, but also as they go on to the next act in their lives. These scholarships are offered in partnership with the Co-Action Fund and the North High Drama Booster Club. Milton Chlan Memorial This scholarship is in memory of Tyler Ronsberg s grandfather. Tyler was part of drama during all four years of high school and his grandfather loved talking to him about it. Although health issues prevented him from attending most productions, he was finally able to see Tyler on stage before he passed away in March 2014. James Ebner This scholarship is in memory of Carter Ebner s grandfather and given by his grandmother Florence Ebner. They have followed Carter and his little sister Riley since they were 3 years old on the stage at St. Mark s church and through many school programs including Grease and Bye Bye Birdie. Music and the arts were always an important part of the Ebner household. Jim and Florence always encouraged their kids and grandkids to follow their passions for music and drama and watched them grow and flourish on the stage. Barbara Nelson In memory of Barbara Nelson a Kindergarten and Safety Town teacher for many years. The scholarship is funded by Barbara s husband, Chuck. The Nelsons four children were North High graduates and participated in the drama program and other activities. Through the years, the Nelsons enjoyed watching their children grow at our fine school. While Barbara was alive, she and Chuck had always talked about helping North High graduates in their future college endeavors. Chuck is very pleased to assist two students in Barbara s memory. Two s: $1000 each North High Graduating Senior Demonstrated leadership in North High extracurricular activities 3.0 GPA Five s: up to $500 each, including Three North High Drama s: up to $500 each One Milton Chlan Memorial : $500 One James Ebner : $500 North High graduating senior 3.0 GPA average or above Cast or crew for at least 3 North Drama productions School/Community involvement Attend a post-secondary institution after graduation 7
Tartan High Students Eligible Tartan High Drama Tartan Theatre strives to produce family friendly productions and puts our own unique twist on the classics and introduce new classics to our community. Tartan Theatre wishes to support our students in the next role in their lives. These scholarships are made possible by patron donations to the Tartan Theatre fund and the Co-Action Fund. Two s: $500 each Tartan High graduating senior 3.0 GPA average or above Participation in 2 or more years of Tartan Theatre Involvement outside of Tartan Theatre (Sports, Community or School) Essay: Highlight your theatre experience, expressing ways the program benefited from your participation and how your participation in theatre has impacted your life. Resume: Include all theatre experience, not just your Tartan Theatre participation. Letters of Recommendation: Must submit 2 letters from teachers or community members. David Riggs Keep on Moving This scholarship is given in memory of David Riggs, a 2011 graduate of Tartan High School. David was set to start his junior year at the University of Minnesota Duluth when he was killed by a texting driver. At Tartan, David was an active member of Relay for Life, High Schools Against Cancer, DECA, and the school hockey team. In honor of David and in an effort to help other hardworking young men and women go to college something David very much wanted for himself his family presents this scholarship in his name. Two s: $1500 each Tartan student planning to pursue a 2- or 4-year degree, preferably in business GPA of 2.0 3.0 given preference Involvement in extracurricular activities Read the book One Split Second (book available for free in Tartan Guidance Office) and submit an essay, no longer than 500 words, about your decision to drive distraction free Larry Hartman Memorial Larry Hartman was the Principal at Tartan High School for twenty-four years. He dedicated much of his life to supporting students, teachers, parents, and programs in the Tartan community. Mr. Hartman had high expectations for all people associated with Tartan High School. Excellence should always be a goal. One : $1,000 A Tartan High School senior GPA of 3.0 or better Involvement in extra-curricular activities A strong attendance record 8
Community Sponsored Programs The following scholarship programs are offered by community organizations that are not affiliated with Co-Action. Co-Action lists these programs as a free service to you. Community Sponsored information is subject to change. Co-Action is not liable for changes made by community sponsored scholarship programs. Some of the following programs use the Co-Action Application packet. Many have special application processes, including the requirement of additional essays and may have other deadlines. Read the requirements carefully and follow their directions. Note the residency or school attended requirements as indicated. Residency Requirement Woodbury Chamber of Commerce The Woodbury Chamber of Commerce has donated funds to provide scholarships for high school graduates who plan to attend a two or four year college. Up to 14 s: $1,000 each Resident of Woodbury Community Service Need-based Academic Achievement Involvement in activities Separate application for this scholarship is available in your guidance office or on your school website All Area High School Students Eligible American Legion North St. Paul Post #39 The American Legion North St. Paul Post #39 has donated funds to provide scholarships for high school seniors who plan to attend a two or four year college. Additional state and national scholarship information is available in your guidance office. Three s: $1,000 each Graduating senior of area high school Continued enrollment in college Extracurricular activities in school/community Letter of recommendation Financial need Personal letter to scholarship committee Check with Guidance Office or on school website for application Deadline: March 15, 2018 9
Garnet Masonic Lodge #166 Fund This fraternal organization provides a scholarship to help a graduating senior to meet the mounting costs associated with attending college. Selection is based upon academic standing, contribution to the community and personal goals. Four scholarships: $1,000 each High School graduating senior Strong academic standing in high school Contribution to the community March 31, 2018 deadline A separate application is available in the guidance office or on your school website Krebsbach Charitable Foundation Joshua Krebsbach was a 2006 graduate of Tartan High School. In his memory and to honor the legacy of other members of his family, the Krebsbach Charitable Foundation is offering a minimum of two scholarships of $1,000 each. : minimum of two at $1,000 each Graduating senior of area high school Must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States Must have at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale Must demonstrate history of leadership, community service and must have competed in a high school or club level sports or activity Go to website at www.krebsbachcf.org for an application Maplewood-Oakdale Lions Club The Maplewood-Oakdale Lions Club had donated funds to provide scholarships for high school graduates who plan to attend a two or four year college. Up to 4 scholarships: $1,000 each Continued enrollment in post-secondary program Variety of factors considered Interview may be needed Separate application for the scholarship is available in your guidance office or online North St. Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale Rotary Club The North St. Paul, Maplewood, Oakdale Rotary Club has donated funds to provide scholarships for high school graduates who plan to attend a four-year college. Three s: $1,500 each (renewable for one year) Student must be in the 2018 graduating class from North, Tartan, Hill-Murray, or Mounds Park Academy and reside within the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale District. Student has demonstrated a positive attitude toward home, school, and community. Student must have an above average grade point. Student has plans to attend college. Rotarian s children are not eligible. Letter of intent responding to criteria listed above, current resume, three letters of recommendation, and transcript required. More information available in your guidance office or at https://www.nstpmorotary.org/scholarships/ Deadline: March 31, 2018 10
North High Students Eligible Drea Alm Foundation Memorial This scholarship is a memorial to North High graduate Drea Alm who was active in her school and community. Community and school service weigh heavily in the selection of the Drea Alm Foundation Memorial. : $1,000 Community service North High student Academic record Leadership Golben s Mr. and Mrs. Golben generously established the Golben s in 1995 to express their appreciation for the ISD 622 educational services received by their children and to encourage North High students to make full use of their opportunities. Mr. Golben, who passed away at age 97 in January of 2011, earned the first doctorate degree in chemistry from the University of Kentucky. He worked for 3M where he received several patents and, following his retirement, he taught at 916 Vocational Technical School. Two s: amount varies up to $4000 each Friends of Instrumental Music This scholarship is intended to honor a North High Band Senior who demonstrates leadership and dedication to the North High Band Program. : $250 North High School graduating senior Essay: Highlight your band experience, expressing ways you were an asset to the program and how your participation in band has impacted your life. Include band activities on activities resume Kopp Family Foundation (North High) The Kopp Family Foundation strives to encourage youth who exhibit positive characteristics through funding for high education. They believe that young people are important and worthy of recognition. Two s: 1 for $1,000 and 1 for $750 North High School graduating senior Strong academic standing in high school Demonstration of leadership skills Contribution to community/school North High School graduating senior Commitment, self-discipline and a sense of responsibility in achieving goals. Interests and special abilities in hobbies, extracurricular activities and electives, which are indications of career goals, are positive but less important selection factors. 11
The Polaris Yearbook and Lifetouch Studios Leadership In order to honor and encourage leadership through commitment, compassion, knowledge, and willingness to lead by example, the Polaris Yearbook and Lifetouch Studios are offering the following scholarships: Excellence Award: $2000 Achievement Award: $1000 North High graduating senior Member of Polaris Yearbook staff Demonstrated significant leadership while a staff member Have high potential and ability to continue developing and demonstrating leadership after high school Contact Mr. Reynolds for application materials or with questions Doris Sweet/Ann Fesenmaier The donors were long-time friends and school counselors at North High. In 1946, Doris was the first school counselor in District 622, where she worked for 43 years. Both women, believing that all students should have opportunities for continued education beyond high school, established this scholarship for students who have improved their academic performance during high school and have overcome adversities in their lives. Two s: $2,500 each North High School graduating senior Provide personal essay stating how you have made a turn-around and improved your academic performance especially in grades 11 and 12 Carl H. Lipke Vocal Music The Carl H. Lipke Vocal Music, under management of the 622 Education Foundation, will be awarded to a graduating North High senior, accepted in to a 4-year college, majoring in vocal or music education. This award is up to $1,000 and is renewable each year depending upon academic achievement and continued field of study. : Up to $1,000 North High Retired Teachers Book Club : $1,000 North High graduating senior Plan to become a public school teacher Write separate essay: Why I Want to Teach North High senior Accepted into an accredited 4-year college Study vocal music or vocal music education Two letters of recommendation A 250-word maximum essay as to Why Music is Important in My Life Vocal CD or DVD 12
Mary Jane Warren Memorial Mary Jane Warren taught World History at North High School for 35 years. In 1997 she retired and used her extensive knowledge of European History to travel. She knew of those places she visited and determined that her life s work could continue by assisting good students to foster a lifetime of learning in whatever subject they chose to pursue. This scholarship is dedicated to those students who have shown a desire to continue the study of their choice through college. : $1,000 North High Senior who has demonstrated enthusiasm and persistence to achieve an above-average grade point average Has shown an interest in and demonstrated leadership in school activities North St. Paul Business and Professional Association Alexandra Waeffler Social Justice A memorial to Alexandra Waeffler, who believed that her quality education enabled her to work for social justice. She served the elderly and low-income families as an attorney and volunteer until her passing in 2006. This scholarship honors a North High student who has worked to serve the underprivileged through employment or community service, and who plans to use his or her post-secondary education to continue serving the underprivileged. : $1,000 North High School graduating senior Has been accepted into a 4-year accredited college or community college Provide a personal essay explaining how you have helped the underprivileged (through community service or employment) and how you expect to use your postsecondary education to serve others in need Use the Co-Action Application packet The North St. Paul Business and Professional Association offers a scholarship to a North High senior who is planning on a secondary education program emphasizing a career in business. This scholarship rewards a student who has taken a minimum of two business classes and maintains business career goals. : $1000 North High School graduating senior Submit two letters of recommendation from an employer, teacher, or community member Successfully pass at least two business classes with a B average Submit an essay on My Career Goals in Business Use Co-Action Application Packet 13
Tartan High Students Eligible Michael G. Hartmon Memorial In memory of Michael, the Hartmon family is providing an annual scholarship to a Tartan student whose grades, school activities and demonstrated responsibility meet the scholarship requirements listed below. Preference given to a diligent, average student with excellent attendance. : approximately $1,000 Tartan senior Cumulative GPA of a C average or above; prefer 2.5 or higher Absenteeism: Approximately 10 or less days during entire high school enrollment Involved in extra-curricular activities Demonstrated good character Kopp Family Foundation (Tartan) The Kopp Family Foundation has provided Tartan High School with the opportunity to award three $500 scholarships to be used at any post-secondary educational institution. The scholarship committee in coordination with the Kopp Foundation will select the recipients based on the criteria listed below. Three s: $500 each Lifetouch Presidential Lifetouch is the photography company that Tartan utilizes for all photography at Tartan High School, including the Tartan Torch Yearbook pictures, sports, dances and graduations. In appreciation, the company would like to give back to Tartan and award one scholarship to a deserving student who displays academic talent and community involvement. One : $1,000 Must be a current Tartan senior to apply At least a 3.0 GPA Active in community and volunteerism Jason Naugle Memorial The Jason Naugle Memorial has donated funds to provide a scholarship for a Tartan High School graduate who plans to attend a two- or a four-year college. : $1,000 A Tartan student wishing to pursue a career in the aviation field Good student 2.4 to 4. 0 cumulative GPA Active in sports and extracurricular activities Tartan Senior Financial need Strong academic record School/community involvement Outstanding leadership skills 14
Nicole Schaut Memorial This scholarship is given in memory of Nicole Schaut a Tartan High School student. Nikki fought health issues throughout her life, with a quiet determination. She strived to live her life without everyone realizing the magnitude of challenges she faced on a daily basis. She underwent numerous surgeries, hospital stays, radiation and various other medical conditions that even her closest friends knew nothing about. During all of this, her school work still was a major focus of hers and she never missed a beat with her class. Efforts and courage are not enough without purpose and direction John F. Kennedy : $1000 Tartan High School graduating senior Cumulative GPA of C (2.0) or above Student would show determination and dedication to their school work Student has faced adversity during the course of their education Tartan Student Council Tartan Student Council is funding a college scholarship using the money they have raised. The scholarship will be awarded to a Tartan Senior that is committed to Student Council and community service. This student should demonstrate leadership throughout the school and in our community. : $500 Must be a current member of the Tartan Student Council and have been on Student Council for 2+ years Must be a Tartan High School Senior Must be attending a college in the year following graduation Must talk to a teacher about filling out the Teacher Recommendation form. Copy and paste this link for the scholarship application: https://docs.google.com/a/isd622.org/forms/d/ e/1faipqlsfc_ky2lpv1zr58en_rhp4k2gxjaq88kznosic3abby9adwg/viewform Tartan Parent Group The parent volunteers who run Titan Town have designated the store proceeds to provide scholarships for Tartan High School graduates who plan on attending two and four year colleges. Four s: $500 each Tartan Senior Application in Guidance Office Winners will be chosen from all GPA categories and from students attending both two year trade schools and four year colleges Selection will be anonymous and unbiased No personal information is needed 15