Greene County Foundation Scholarship Program

Greene County Foundation Scholarship Program 2015 Application and Instructions for High School Seniors DUE ON OR BEFORE Tuesday March 17, 2015 4PM Greene County Foundation A generous hand. A growing future. 4513 W SR 54 Bloomfield, IN 47424 Ph 812.659.3142 Fax 812.659.3142 gcf@greenecountyfoundation.org Cam Trampke, Executive Director Suzanne Jackson, Financial Director

The attached application is for the following scholarships: Open to All Greene County Students Angell Family Scholarship Bloomfield State Bank - Ivy Tech Scholarship Dale and Tillie Jessup Scholarship Linton Sporting Goods Scholarship Hollee Lent Nursing Scholarship Bloomfield Special Achievement Scholarship - Bloomfield High School Eleanor B Turner Memorial Scholarship Eastern Greene Special Achievement Scholarship - Eastern Greene High School Bart Burris Eastern Greene Football Scholarship Eastern Greene Superintendents Scholarship Linton Special Achievement Scholarship - Linton High School JoEtta Turpin Scholarship only available on odd numbered years (ex. 2015, 2017 ) Linton Tri-Kappa Scholarship Mirisa Jones Memorial Scholarship Mayor Robert and Marjorie Walters Memorial Scholarship Shakamak Special Achievement Scholarship - Shakamak High School Jordan Lyday Memorial Scholarship JoEtta Turpin Scholarship only available on odd numbered years (ex. 2015, 2017 ) Rachel Hauser Scholarship available 2017-18 academic year. WRV Special Achievement Scholarship - WRV High School The awarding of scholarships may vary from year to year based on the availability of funds or the desire of the donor. Please check Application Cover Page for scholarships to be awarded. 2

See your Guidance Counselor for: Eastern Greene Advanced Education Scholarship EGHS only Phil Harris Scholarships LHS only Contact Dugger Union High School for: Bill Aydelotte Memorial Scholarship Edna Coyner Memorial Scholarship Clarence W. Stegemoller Scholarship Alumni (Class of 2014 and before) - for a graduate of the original Union High School, Dugger, Indiana or must have been a resident of Cass or Jefferson Township, Dugger, Indiana at time of graduation. Class of 2015 and AFTER - Must be a resident of Cass or Jefferson Township, Dugger, Indiana at the time of graduation KEEP IN MIND: Helen Hunter Scholarships Available after April 1 st for graduates of Greene County, Indiana high schools that are now upper level college (college Jr. or Sr.); Graduate students; or Non-Traditional Students. Kenny & Ruth Richardson Scholarship Available after April 1 st for graduates of Bloomfield High School, Bloomfield, IN that are now upper level college (college Jr. or Sr.). 3

INSTRUCTIONS Listed below are instructions for applying for Greene County Foundation scholarships. Please read them carefully before filling out your application. SCHOLARSHIP COVER PAGE AND APPLICATION On the Scholarship Cover Page you submit, mark the boxes next to all of the scholarships for which you are applying. If a scholarship requires a separate essay or additional forms, indicate the name of the scholarship at the top of the form or essay. Place your name in the top right hand corner of each page. Complete the application in its entirety. Do not include résumés with your application. Type or print legibly in ink on all application materials. All pages should be single-sided sheets. (Information on the backsides of pages will not be considered) You are responsible for submitting a total of ten (10) complete copies of your scholarship packet. Make 9 copies of scholarship cover page Make 9 copies of applications page Make 9 copies of each essay Make 9 copies of official transcript Place copies in order, as follows: Scholarship cover page, application, a separate essay for each scholarship you are applying for, and official transcript (legible copies of official transcript are acceptable). Please put packet is the above order. If you do not understand how to put the packet together please call 812-659-3142. RECOMMENDATION FORM NO recommendation letters MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION Use only paper clips or clamps to attach your application materials to each other. Do not use staples or binders of any kind. Completed applications and attachments must be delivered to the Greene County Foundation at our temporary location by due date. We are temporary located in the mobile trailers west of WRV School, look for Greene County Foundation sign. Any mailed applications must be received by due date and mailed to the address below. Check the requirements of each scholarship you are applying for. If an essay is required, tailor the essay to the specific scholarship. QUESTIONS Check with your guidance counselor. He or she may have the answers. If not, don t hesitate to contact the Greene County Foundation at 812-659-3142 or gcf@greenecountyfoundation.org. PLEASE MAIL APPLICATION AND ALL ATTACHMENTS TO: GREENE COUNTY FOUNDATION 4513 W SR 54 BLOOMFIELD, IN 47424 TEL (812) 659-3142 FAX (812) 659-3142 4

GREENE COUNTY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS Following are descriptions of scholarships offered by the Greene County Foundation through a competitive application process. To be eligible for a Greene County Foundation scholarship you must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident alien (Green Card holder). SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP BLOOMFIELD HIGH SCHOOL This scholarship was established by the Greene County Foundation Board of Directors to honor the special achievements of a Bloomfield graduating senior. Graduating senior from Bloomfield High School who intends full time college enrollment in the fall. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, on why you merit this scholarship (Please make certain that the essay is labeled BHS Scholarship Essay) SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP SHAKAMAK HIGH SCHOOL This scholarship was established by the Greene County Foundation Board of Directors to honor the special achievements of a Shakamak High School graduating senior. Graduating senior from Shakamak High School who intends full time college enrollment in the fall. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, on why you merit this scholarship (Please make certain that the essay is labeled SHS Scholarship Essay) SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP LINTON HIGH SCHOOL This scholarship was established by the Greene County Foundation Board of Directors to honor the special achievements of a Bloomfield graduating senior. Graduating senior from Linton High School who intends full time college enrollment in the fall. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, on why you merit this scholarship (Please make certain that the essay is labeled BHS Scholarship Essay) 5

SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP EASTERN GREENE HIGH SCHOOL This scholarship was established by the Greene County Foundation Board of Directors to honor the special achievements of an Eastern Greene High School graduating senior. Graduating senior from Eastern Greene County High School who intends full time college enrollment in the fall. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, on why you merit this scholarship (Please make certain that the essay is labeled EGHS Scholarship Essay) SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIP WRV HIGH SCHOOL This scholarship was established by the Greene County Foundation Board of Directors to honor the special achievements of a WRV graduating senior. Graduating senior from WRV High School who intends full time college enrollment in the fall. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, on why you merit this scholarship. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled WRV HS Scholarship Essay) ANGELL FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP The Angell Family Scholarship Fund was established in 1998 to provide scholarships for graduating high school seniors that reside in the Angell family business marketing area in Greene and Sullivan counties. Awards are considered for students interested in pursuing business administration and nursing as careers. Scholarships will be awarded to individuals who exhibit achievement through the exercise of good character, perseverance, and determination and who demonstrate knowledge of current events and an inclination to read. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced page, that describes your personal aspirations and career goals and answers the following questions: 1. How does knowledge of current events impact the way you reach your goals? 2. Why is reading important to you? (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Angell Family Scholarship Essay.) 6

LINTON SPORTING GOODS SCHOLARSHIP Patti Jones and the late Tom Jones, owners of Linton Sporting Goods, established the Linton Sporting Goods Scholarship in 2005 to recognize a graduating senior who has participated in high school athletics. Scholarships will be awarded to individuals who exhibit achievement through the exercise of good character, perseverance, team leadership and determination. Students must have participated in high school athletics. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, that describes your personal aspirations and career goals and how participating in HS athletics has influenced your life. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Linton Sporting Goods Scholarship Essay.) BLOOMFIELD STATE BANK - IVY TECH SCHOLARSHIP Stanley Barkley of Bloomfield established the Bloomfield State Bank Ivy Tech Scholarship Fund in 2005 to honor a graduating senior from Greene County who will be attending Ivy Tech State College. Scholarships will be awarded to individuals who exhibit achievement through the exercise of good character, perseverance, and determination. Students must be planning to attend Ivy Tech State College. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, that describes your personal aspirations and career goals. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Bloomfield State Bank Ivy Tech Scholarship Essay.) MAYOR ROBERT AND MARJORIE WALTERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Carolea Walters of Indianapolis and Kathy Walters of Franklin established the Mayor Robert and Marjorie Walters Memorial Scholarship Fund in 2005 in memory of their parents to honor a graduating senior from Linton High School who studied music in high school. Graduating senior from Linton High School who studied music in high school. One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, that describes your personal aspirations and career goals and how involvement in the music department has influenced your life. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Mayor Robert and Marjorie Walters Memorial Scholarship Essay.) 7

ELEANOR B. TURNER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Eleanor Turner was born in Rhineland, Missouri in 1913 where her family owned a large dairy farm. After graduation from Hermann High School in 1931, Eleanor taught elementary school for some time before getting a job at Landmark Union Trust in St. Louis, Missouri where she was a bank auditor for 25 years. In 1976, Eleanor and her husband, Ervin, retired to Palm Harbor, Florida. After her husband died in 2000, she continued to live there until 2007; she then moved to Bloomfield to be with her granddaughter, Cynthia Ferguson, and Cynthia s husband, Jason. Eleanor passed away in July 2009 at the age of 96. This scholarship was established by Cynthia in memory of her grandmother. Graduating senior of Bloomfield High School GPA of 2.85 or above (on 4.0 scale) Attending accredited 4-year degree program at college or university in Indiana or Florida full-time Intending to major in accounting or finance One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, that describes your personal aspirations and why accounting or finance was chosen as a career goal. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Eleanor B. Turner Memorial Scholarship Essay.) BART BURRIS EASTERN GREENE FOOTBALL SCHOLARSHIP Paul Barton Bart Burris was a 2005 graduate of Eastern Greene High School. He tragically lost his life in an automobile accident on June 17, 2007. In order to celebrate the life of Bart, his family established the Bart Burris Eastern Greene Football Scholarship with the Greene County Foundation. Bart was a sophomore at Vincennes University majoring in Business Management. At the end of his freshman year, he was inducted into Alpha Beta Gamma, International Business Honor Society and was on the National Dean s List. He was later selected as a laureate scholar for the International Delegation of Business with the opportunity to study abroad in Australia, China, or Central Europe. It was his dream to graduate VU and continue his studies at Indiana University. Bart and his family were very instrumental in getting the Eastern Greene Varsity football program and the community league started at Eastern. The scholarship established in his name will help to commemorate the love Bart had for football and the true character that he displayed both on and off the football field. Bart was described as a friend to everyone. He was always ready with a smile and a helping hand. The recipient of his scholarship will help to continue the dream Bart had of playing football and continuing his post-high school education. Graduating senior from Eastern High School who was involved with the varsity football program during their Senior year. The following must be returned to the Greene County Foundation by or before application deadline: One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, that describes your personal aspirations and career goals and how involvement in the football program has influenced your life. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Bart Burris Eastern Greene Football Scholarship Essay.) 8

JORDAN LYDAY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP The parents of Jordan Lyday established the Jordan Lyday Memorial Scholarship Fund in 2007 to honor a graduating senior from Shakamak High. Jordan s mother, Jill, writes of her son: When I think of Jordan, my first thought is always of Jordan s sense of humor. His hunting and fishing tales were related as side-splitting adventures. His stories from work were comparable to a sit-com. And while I enjoyed watching him play ball, listening to his version of the game on the ride home was the best part of the day. He always made me view the game in a completely different light. I also think of how versatile Jordan was. His friends ranged in age from 7 to 70. Jordan enjoyed fishing and several types of hunting, as well as baseball, basketball, football, boxing and pool. One summer he worked for a contractor, the next on a cattle farm, and then in a grocery store. Jordan put a lot of effort into whatever he tried, and felt that if he had done his best, the endeavor was a success. I think of Jordan and his car. At the age of 14, Jordan traded his 4-wheeler for a 69 Camaro rolling chassis. He spent the next 2 ½ years restoring this car. Jordan did all the work himself, except for the paint job. He participated in car shows and enjoyed listening to the experiences of the other owners. In addition, I think of all the stories I heard after Jordan died from people who wanted me to know that he had helped them. Most of these stories were known only to the person involved and Jordan. These acts of kindness didn t involve a lot of money and on an individual basis may seem insignificant. Yet, viewed as a whole, they made me realize how much one person can enhance his own life by enhancing another s life. My hope is that Jordan s scholarship will honor this spirit by enriching the lives of others as Jordan did during his lifetime. Graduating senior from Shakamak High School who has attended Shakamak High School for four years. GPA of 2.0 or above. Have a class ranking in the middle one-third. Intend to pursue a career in auto-related fields or a vocational trade. The following must be returned to the Greene County Foundation by or before Application deadline: One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, that describes your personal aspirations and career goals. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Jordan Lyday Memorial Scholarship Essay.) 9

DALE AND TILLIE JESSUP MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Dale and Tillie Jessup have established a unique scholarship fund for Greene County High School graduates interested in pursuing a career in agriculture. The Jessup s have donated 100 acres of farm land to the Foundation. The land is leased for farming and the proceeds are used to provide scholarships. Please note that the degree and career goals eligible for this scholarship are in agriculture or an agricultural related field. The degree pursued may include, but not be limited to, the following: farming, farm management, agricultural sciences, agricultural economics, agronomy, animal sciences, crop sciences, soil sciences, food sciences, agricultural communications, agricultural information technology, agricultural education or agricultural engineering. This can be a multiple year scholarship; winners may reapply every year for consideration. Attended a high school in Greene County, Indiana during all four years he or she was in high school. Was a Greene County or Clay County resident during all four years he or she was in high school. Must be a graduating high school senior or a current college undergraduate. Must be planning to enroll full time. Must be majoring in agriculture or an agricultural related field. Must demonstrate financial need. Academic achievement is a factor in determining awards. The following must be returned to the Greene County Foundation by or before application deadline: One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages, Recognizing that agricultural industry is far-reaching and globally competitive how will you use your choice of major in the agricultural industry? (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Dale and Tillie Jessup Memorial Scholarship Essay.) JOETTA TURPIN SCHOLARSHIP Jo Etta Turpin was a well-known Linton businesswoman who owned JoEtta s Pizza Villa. She lived in Linton her entire life. During her life, she was unfailingly generous to the families and children of her community. Over the years, JoEtta bought school boxes and coats for the children at Linton s Head Start program. She was also very good with teenagers and employed many of them at the Pizza Villa. These scholarships honoring the memory of JoEtta Turpin were established by her son, Rob Turpin, in 2001. Donations to the fund from the public are accepted. Two awards are made annually to graduates of Linton-Stockton and Shakamak High Schools. Graduate of Linton-Stockton or Shakamak High Schools. Must be planning to enroll in an accredited college/university as a full-time student in the fall. The following must be returned to the Greene County Foundation by the application deadline: One copy of an essay that addresses the following: how I have made my community a better place to live (Please make certain that the essay is labeled by its correct name i.e.: JoEtta Turpin Scholarship Essay). 10

MIRISA JONES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP Mirisa LeAnn Jones was a 26 year old single mother of one child who passed away on August 31, 2011 from pregnancy related complications. Mirisa was a LHS graduate in 2004 and graduated from Ivy Tech Community College in 2006 with and LPN degree. Mirisa also held a license and worked as both a CNA and an EMT while obtaining her college degree. Mirisa worked in area nursing homes as a CNA and LPN. She was caring and compassionate to all of her patients but her heart was always in geriatric care. Mirisa had a contagious smile and was always a very giving person. She had an outgoing personality and was passionate about all she had accomplished. It is the desire of Mirisa s family that this scholarship be awarded to someone whose enthusiasm for obtaining a degree in the medical field is as great as Mirisa s was. Open to any individual, male or female who has graduated from Linton High School Must be pursuing a two or four degree in the health care field. A preference will be given to single parents. The following must be returned to the Greene County Foundation by or before application deadline: One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages that highlight the reasons for your career choice and any personal experiences that influenced your choice. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Mirisa Jones Memorial Scholarship Essay.) HOLLEE LENT NURSING SCHOLARSHIP Seniors from any Greene County, Indiana high school who intend to enroll in a nursing program at Vincennes University, Ivy Tech, Indiana State University or Lincoln Trail College are eligible to apply for the 1st year 50% of the award. The 2nd year 150% award if they have documentation of acceptance into a nursing program at Vincennes University, Ivy Tech, Indiana State University or Lincoln Trail College. If a student isn t accepted into a nursing program their 2nd year the scholarship may be extended upon contacting the Greene County Foundation. The following must be returned to the Greene County Foundation by or before application deadline: One copy of an essay, not to exceed two typewritten, double-spaced pages that highlight the reasons for your career choice and any personal experiences that influenced your choice. (Please make certain that the essay is labeled Hollee Lent Nursing Scholarship Essay.) 11

GREENE COUNTY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP COVER PAGE I am applying for the following scholarships (check the appropriate boxes of all scholarships for which you are applying and highlight the specific scholarship with each essay): Angell Family Scholarship Bloomfield State Bank/Ivy Tech Scholarship Dale and Tillie Jessup Memorial Scholarship Linton Sporting Goods Scholarship Hollee Lent Nursing Scholarship Special Achievement Scholarship - Bloomfield Eleanor B. Turner Memorial Scholarship Special Achievement Scholarship - Eastern Greene Bart Burris Eastern Greene Football Scholarship Eastern Greene Superintendents Scholarship Special Achievement Scholarship Linton Linton Tri-Kappa Scholarship Mirisa Jones Memorial Scholarship Mayor Robert and Marjorie Walters Memorial Scholarship JoEtta Turpin Scholarship - only available on odd numbered years (ex. 2015, 2017 ) Special Achievement Scholarship Shakamak Jordan Lyday Memorial Scholarship Special Achievement Scholarship - White River Valley I have fulfilled all of the requirements for application and enclosing copies of each item as requested in the Application Information section of each scholarship description Greene County Foundation scholarships may be used only at an accredited educational institution. In addition; I understand that the information contained in my application may be shared with the scholarship advisory committee and/or scholarship sponsor. Applicant s Name (please type or print): Applicant s Signature: Date: Scholarship awards listed on the GCF Scholarship Application are subject to change by the Greene County Foundation Board of Directors. Awards will be sent directly to recipient s financial aid office after Greene County Foundation receives the Bursar bill from the scholarship recipient. Press and Media Release If selected to receive a scholarship, I authorize the Greene County Foundation to use my name, photograph and any other information for press and media purposes. Applicant s Signature: Date: Signature of Parent or Guardian: Date: (If applicant is under 18 years of age) 12

GREENE COUNTY FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION APPLICANT INFORMATION First/Middle/Last Name: Permanent Address: City/State/Zip: Greene County Resident: Yes No Date of Birth: / / Male Female Phone: ( ) - Cell phone: Email Address High School: Graduation Date: / / High School Diploma you will be receiving: (circle one): General Core 40 Core 40 with Academic Honors Core 40 with Technical Honors 21 st Century Scholar? yes no FAMILY INFORMATION (PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION WHERE APPLICABLE) Name of parent/stepparent/guardian: Address: City/State/Zip: Occupation: Employer: Name of parent/stepparent/guardian: Address: City/State/Zip: Occupation: Employer: Check if applicable: Father Deceased Mother Deceased Parents Divorced Ages of other children in your family: Total number of family members in college: COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY INFORMATION School you are planning to attend: City/State of School: Major field of study: 13

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