LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS 2018-2019
DEADLINE DATE: April 2, 2019 (3:00pm) TURN IN TO CAREER CENTER NO EXCEPTIONS!!!
Graduating seniors from Sandy High School are eligible to apply for all scholarships. Home School students living in the Oregon Trail School District are eligible for some scholarships. Carefully read the criteria page for each scholarship to check for eligibility.
Local Scholarships will be awarded at the annual Senior Awards Program which will be held on Wednesday May 29, 2019, at 7 p.m. in the SHS auditorium.
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS 2018-2019
DEADLINE: April 2, 2019 3:00 p.m. in the Sandy High School Career Center NO EXCEPTIONS!
Graduating seniors from Sandy High School are eligible to apply for all scholarships. Home Schooled students living in the Oregon Trail School District are eligible for some scholarships. Carefully read the criteria page for each scholarship to check for eligibility.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
1. All Local Scholarship information will be available on the SHS website as well as in the Senior Google Classroom on March 1st (or shortly thereafter) to download and print as needed. https://oregontrailschools.com/shs/academic-guidance-counseling/financial-aid- scholarships/scholarships/local-scholarships/
2. When ordering OFFICIAL transcripts from the Counseling Center, please allow 48 hours for processing time. A cost of $2 per transcript will be charged at the time the order is placed. If an application requests that you attach “an official transcript,” you must use an official $2 transcript! If the application requests that you attach “a COPY of your official transcript,” you may photocopy an official transcript!
3. When asking teachers to write recommendations, please be sure to give them at least two weeks’ notice. It is also a good idea to ask them to have the letters ready about a week before you actually need them. Plan ahead!
4. Scholarship applications can be downloaded and printed from the SHS website or in the Senior Google Classroom. Applications should be neatly typed (unless the application specifically requests something to be handwritten) or NEATLY filled out in blue or black ink. All applications must be submitted directly to the SHS Career Center to Ms. Simoni.
5. HARD COPIES of all applications must be turned in to the SHS Career Center by the deadline! Electronic copies/emailing applications is NOT acceptable!
6. Please, neatly STAPLE each scholarship packet in the upper left corner – please, do NOT use folders, paperclips or envelopes!
7. The deadline for all scholarship applications is April 2, 2019 (3pm)—turn them in to the SHS Career Center to Ms. Simoni!
8. Local Scholarships will be awarded on Wednesday May 29, 2019 (7:00pm) at the Senior Awards Program.
Please follow the directions carefully for each individual scholarship application! See Ms. Simoni in the Career Center with any questions. Sandy Alumni Association Scholarship
Background: The Alumni Association of Sandy High School has established scholarships for graduating seniors who are children or grandchildren of SHS Alumni. One or more Academic Scholarships are awarded to any student(s) showing interest and ability in attending a 4-year college or university. One or more Vocational Scholarships are awarded to any student(s) interested in pursuing an associate degree at a community college leading to a vocational career (or leading to transferring to a 4-year school). The number of scholarships awarded each year varies depending on available funds. The winner(s) of this scholarship is(are) asked to work once in the Sandy Alumni corn booth at the Sandy Mountain Festival.
Amount: Minimum $500
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: Student MUST be a child or grandchild of a SUHS/SHS alum! Student MUST be a 2019 graduate of SHS Academic: Demonstrated interest, commitment, resourcefulness and positive attitude toward education Academic Plans GPA 3.0 and above (unweighted) Contribution toward school and/or community desirable Vocational: Objective promise of post-secondary success Vocational aptitude as exhibited in high school GPA 2.5 and above (unweighted) Contributions to school and/or community desirable
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used during the school year immediately following graduation. The money will be paid directly to the school of the student’s choice upon notice from the school that the student has enrolled.
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! (No applications will be accepted by a Sandy High Alum or an individual member of the Association—all applications must be turned into the SHS Counseling Center!)
Awarded: Wednesday May 29, 2019 at the Senior Awards Program at 7 p.m. in the SHS auditorium Bill Tanner/Iris Chambers Memorial Scholarship
Background: This scholarship, sponsored by Chambers Cattle Company, is intended for a student who works very hard and who is dedicated to pursuing a post-secondary education. This student may not have the highest GPA, but he or she is dependable and has a strong work ethic.
Amount: $300
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must: Be an active/paid member of FFA Have specific plans to attend a vocational or technical school, a 2-year school, or a 4-year college or university Demonstrate financial need Demonstrate a history of hard work and dedication
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used the fall immediately after high school graduation.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: SHS graduates and SHS Home Schoolers residing in OTSD
Due: April 2, 2019in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Clackamas County Bank Scholarship
Background: Clackamas County Bank of Sandy, Oregon, has established two annual scholarships for an outstanding senior boy or girl whose interest is post-secondary education in the area of business or accounting.
Amount: Two (2) at $2,500.00 each
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must show: Objective promise of post-secondary education Academic achievement, particularly in any related courses at Sandy High School Extra-curricular activities Field of career interest must be in accounting or the financial field Plan to attend a 2-or 4-year college in the Pacific Northwest that is accredited and features training in the area of Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance
Scholarship Use: Scholarship money will be paid directly to the office of financial aid of the institution of the student’s choice. The scholarship recipient must plan to enroll for post-secondary education the fall term after graduation. In the event that the scholarship is not used beginning the fall term after graduation, the money will revert back to the Clackamas County Bank Scholarship Fund or may be awarded to an alternate previously chosen by the Bank Scholarship Committee.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: SHS Graduates and SHS Home Schoolers residing in OTSD
Due: April 2, 2019, in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.!
The Dorothy Nelson Shrum Trust Scholarships
Background: The Dorothy Shrum Trust provides four different scholarships, each with its own criteria. PLEASE be sure to read criteria carefully and pick up the appropriate application as all are different! You may apply for only ONE Shrum Scholarship!
Amount: Each scholarship usually pays between $500 and $1,500 depending on available funds. The scholarships will be paid out in thirds (fall, winter and spring quarters) for schools on a quarter system, or in halves for schools on a semester calendar. Students must earn a 2.5 or a 2.25 (depending on the scholarship) or better each term to get the next term’s check. Winners must submit grades each term!
Eligibility and Criteria:
1. NED AND VICTORIA NELSON EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP SHS GPA of 2.5 or above (unweighted) with strong college preparation classes Major in Elementary, Secondary, or Early Childhood Education at an accredited 2- or 4-year college; other considerations may apply. Maintain a college GPA of 2.5 to continue receiving scholarship funds after first term
2. GORDON NELSON HORTICULTURE AWARD 2.5 or above GPA (unweighted) Attend 2- or 4-year accredited institution of higher education Major in the area of Horticulture (Nurseryman studies) or closely related field Involvement in FFA or 4-H required Maintain a college GPA of 2.25 to continue receiving scholarship funds after first term
3. JOHN EDWARD NELSON VOCATIONAL AWARD 2.5 or above GPA (unweighted) Attend a 2-year accredited vocational or technical school in the state of Oregon Pursue a vocational/technical field NOT intended for students planning to transfer to a 4-year college to get a bachelor’s degree Maintain a GPA of 2.25 to continue receiving scholarship funds after first term
4. DOROTHY NELSON SHRUM AGRICULTURE AWARD 2.5 or above GPA (unweighted) Attend a 4-year accredited institution in or out of the state of Oregon Study in the field of Agriculture or closely related field Participation in FFA or 4-H required Maintain a college GPA pf 2.5 to continue receiving scholarship funds after first term
Scholarship Use: These scholarships must be used in the year immediately following graduation. These scholarships are good for one year only; they are not renewable. The money will be paid directly to the school of the student’s choice upon notice from the school that the student has enrolled.
The student must remember to submit grades at the end of each term in order for their school to receive the next scholarship check.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS Graduates
Due: April 2, 2019 in the Career Center by 3:00 p.m.!
Firefighters Scholarship
Background: The Sandy Rural Fire Protection District 72 Volunteer Firefighters award two scholarships to SHS seniors who planning a career in Fire Science, Medical Services or Human Services.
Amount: Two scholarships of at least $750 each
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: Student must: Live within the boundaries of the Oregon Trail School District Plan to attend a community college, college, or university Plan to major in Fire Science, Medical Services, or Human Services
Further criteria used for selection will include: Scholarship application and essay (be sure to proofread essay!) Grade Point Average Aptitude Scores (SAT or ACT) Financial Need Field of Interest (Fire Science, Medical Services, or Human Services) Letter of recommendation
*If the Firefighters Scholarship Committee determines that candidates do not meet the minimum criteria; they reserve the right to NOT award the scholarship in any given year.
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used within one year of graduation.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: SHS graduates and SHS Home Schoolers residing in OTSD.
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Sandy Garden Club Scholarship
Background: The Sandy Garden club membership is offering this financial aid to an Oregon Trail School District senior who is planning to attend a post-secondary educational institution in the USA in preparation for a career in Horticulture, Environmental Science, Agriculture, or a related field.
Amount: $750
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The applicant must: Submit a complete application with all required attachments Have an unweighted 2.5 or above GPA; unofficial transcripts acceptable Plan on attending a 2- or 4-year college in the USA Plan on a career in Horticulture, Environmental Science, Agriculture or a related field
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used within one year of graduation.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: SHS Graduates or SHS area Home Schoolers
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Godsey Family Scholarship
Ann Godsey is offering one scholarship to a Sandy High School graduate.
Amount: $1,000.00
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The applicant must: Be a Sandy High School senior Plan to attend a 2-year or 4-year college/university Have a 3.0 GPA or higher thru seven semesters. Be an athlete, either traditional or non-traditional. Not limited to participation on school sanctioned teams. Non-traditional sports can include karate, gymnastics, snowboarding, etc.
Scholarship Use: The scholarship must be used within 12 months of graduation.
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00pm Gresham Lion’s Supper Club
Background: The Gresham Lion’s Supper Club provides up to three scholarships to graduating seniors from an East Clackamas County high school (Barlow, Gresham and Sandy). These scholarships are for students who plan to attend a 4-year college/university, trade school, community college, or other post-secondary institution.
Amount: Up to $1,000
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must: Be a graduating senior from an East County High School. Be actively involved in community service, specifically aimed as an outreach to all areas of community involvement The activities should not be purely social, nor meeting-oriented, but involve actual hours spent in volunteer community service. Must attend a vocational school, community college, or 4-year college in the Fall. Have a 3.0 GPA or above (unweighted) Have financial need
Scholarship Use: Because the Gresham Lion’s Supper Club would like to be sure that the recipient of their scholarship is committed to attending college, this scholarship will be available for the student’s SECOND TERM in college, not his/her first term!
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
*Scholarship winner will not be announced at Senior Awards night on May 29, 2019. Instead, student and family will be invited to a Gresham Lion’s Supper Club meeting.
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Harold E. Babcock Memorial Scholarship
Background: This continuing scholarship is established in memory of Harold Babcock who was the agriculture, metal shop and FFA advisor at Sandy High School for over a decade. His commitment to the FFA program, to mentoring young people, developing leadership skills and to his community activities made a difference in many young lives. To honor him his family will award to a student who is active in FFA and intends to teach vocational agriculture, or in a related field and who is accepted at Oregon State University the following scholarship.
Amount: $100 each term of a four-year education if study path and GPA are maintained for a total of $1200.
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: Graduating senior at Sandy High School who is selected and attending OSU with the objective of obtaining a teaching degree in vocational education. Minimum GPA of 2.5 (unweighted) at graduation from Sandy High School and maintained throughout OSU studies. Preference will be given to an active member of FFA. Home or alternative school students are encouraged to apply.
Scholarship Use: Scholarship will be paid directly to office of financial aid at OSU upon notice that student has enrolled.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Both SHS Graduates and SHS Home School students may apply!
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Hoodland Women’s Club Scholarship
Background: The Hoodland Women’s Club has established a scholarship for a graduating student from Sandy High School who also lives within the boundaries of the Hoodland Community.
Amount: Four (4) scholarships at $2,000 each
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must: Live within the boundaries of the Hoodland Community (Alder Creek to Timberline Lodge) Write an Essay: o Showing financial need o Showing service to the community o Indicating educational goals and identifying college, university, vocational school, technical school or beauty school you are attending in the fall o Letter of recommendation o Resume
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used in the fall immediately following graduation
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Kiwanis Club Scholarships
Background: The Sandy Kiwanis Club gives three one-year scholarships. One of those three is designated the Marion Jewett Memorial Scholarship and is awarded to a student who has been active in Key Club.
Amount: Three (3) at $1,000 each
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student will: Show academic promise Have a variety of extracurricular involvement, service, and/or leadership Have specific plans for a post-secondary education
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used the first year following high school graduation. All scholarship money will be issued directly to the school either on a semester or quarterly hour basis. For schools having semesters, the scholarship money will be issued at $500 per semester. For schools having quarter hours, the money will be issued at $333 per quarter.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: SHS graduates and SHS Home Schoolers residing in OTSD
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Sandy Masonic Lodge Scholarship
Background: The Sandy Masonic Lodge provides two scholarships to graduating seniors, one to a female and one to a male.
Amount: Two at $500 each
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: GPA Aptitude scores Academic and extracurricular activities Civic involvement and achievement Future education plans Financial need
The student must: Attend a 2-year or 4-year college or technical school Attend an accredited school in the United States
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used the year immediately following graduation from Sandy High School.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.!
Mount Hood Lion’s Club Scholarship
Background: The Mount Hood Lion’s Club offers one or more scholarships to Sandy High School students who have graduated from Welches Middle School and who are currently living within the Welches School Boundaries. OTA Seniors who have lived in Welches School boundaries during elementary and/or middle school and who currently living within the Welches School boundaries are also eligible.
Amount: $1,000 At least two (2) at $1,000 each; more if funds allow
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must: Be a graduate of Welches Middle School or OTA Currently reside in the Welches School Boundaries Have a 2.5 (C+) or above cumulative grade point average (unweighted) Be active in school and community activities Plan to attend a two-year community college or vocational school, or a four-year college or university Attend an accredited school in the United States
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used within two school years following high school graduation.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates or OTA graduates
*Scholarship winners will be invited to the Lion’s Club dinner meeting on Wednesday June 26, 2019 at 7pm.
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Mountain View MX Park Scholarship
The Hewitt family, owners of Mountain View MX Park located in Sandy, Oregon is offering a scholarship to a Sandy High School graduating senior.
Amount: $1,000.00
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The applicant: Must be a Sandy High School senior Must attend a college, university or vocational/trade school Civic/Community involvement and/or achievement Academic and extra-curricular activity and involvement Must have a 2.5 GPA or higher thru seven semesters.
Scholarship Use: The scholarship must be used within 12 months of graduation.
Available To: 2019 Sandy High School graduates or SHS area home-school students
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00pm!
Northwest Technologies Scholarship
Background: Northwest Technologies is a metal manufacturing company located in Estacada, Oregon and is offering this financial aid to a Sandy High School Senior who is planning to attend college in the USA to pursue a career in the metal manufacturing industry. This may include a welder, fabricator, mechanical engineer or CNC Machinist.
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The applicant must: Submit a complete application with all required attachments Have an unweighted GPA of 3.2 or above; unofficial transcripts acceptable Plan on attending community college, a trade school or 4 year college in the USA Plan on a career in the metal manufacturing industry Have some experience volunteering in the community or civic involvement during high school years
Scholarship Use: The scholarship must be used within one year of graduation.
Available To: Sandy High School 2018 Graduates or SHS area Home Schoolers
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00pm! Oregon School Employees Association Sandy Chapter 80 Scholarship
Background: This scholarship is for a boy or girl who is a senior at Sandy High School and related to an Oregon Trail School District OSEA member.
Amount: Amount varies depending on funds; $350 to $500
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must: Be related to an Oregon Trail School District OSEA member or relatives or retired employee of the Chapter, who are active member of R.O.S.E. Have a minimum unweighted GPA of 2.50 Demonstrate accomplishments and activities both in and out of school Have specific educational interests and future plans Available to students planning to attend a career technical education program, trade school, apprenticeship program or 2-year/4-year college.
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used the year following graduation from high school. Scholarships funds will be paid by OSEA to the school of the recipient’s choice, in or out of the state of Oregon.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.!
Pioneer Booster Club
Background: Pioneer Booster Club (PBC) has established 2 scholarships for graduating seniors who are children of Pioneer Booster Club Members. Each scholarship is awarded to the student showing interest and ability in attending a 2 or 4-year college or university.
Amount: 2 @ $500 each
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: Student MUST be a 2019 SHS graduate and be a child of a registered and participating Pioneer Booster Club Member. Participating is defined as attending a minimum of 2 meetings and working at a minimum of 2 PBC sponsored events or board positions during their students SHS attendance dates.
Academic: Demonstrated interest, commitment, resourcefulness and positive attitude toward education GPA 3.0 and above (unweighted) Contribution toward school and/or community desirable
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used during the school year immediately following graduation. The money will be paid directly to the school of the student’s choice upon notice from the school that the student has enrolled.
SHS Graduates: Only SHS 2019 Graduates
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! (No Pioneer Booster Club member shall accept applications—all applications must be turned into the SHS Career Center!)
Academic Progress report requirement: The recipient of this scholarship will be required to give a report to the Pioneer Booster Club in a meeting in the spring of his/her first year in college. If, because of geographical location of the college, the recipient is unable to attend a meeting in the spring, he/she will be required to send a report, (video, electronic or written), of his/her progress to PBC. Sandy Mountain Festival Scholarships
Background:
The Sandy Mt. Festival is a non-profit festival that provides an avenue for over 120 artisans to show their wares while entertainment is provide on two stages. The festival takes place the second weekend in July at Meinig Park in Sandy, Oregon. In addition, there are over 20 food booths at the Mt. Festival, manned by local nonprofit organizations.
Goal for Scholarship #1:
The Sandy Mt. Festival Board of Directors seeks to award a $1,000.00 scholarship to a 2019 Sandy High School performing arts graduate who is planning to attend college to pursue a career in the arts. This includes, but is not limited to performing arts via voice, instrument, drama, drawing, sculpting, etc.
Eligibility and Criteria for Selection:
Submit a completed application with all required attachments Have an un-weighted GPA of 3.0 or above; unofficial transcripts acceptable Plan on attending community college, a trade school or 4 year college in the USA Planning a career in the arts Have some experience volunteering in the community or civic involvement during high school years.
Goal for Scholarship #2:
The Sandy Mountain Festival Board of Directors seeks to award a $1,000.00 scholarship to a 2019 Sandy High School graduate planning on pursuing a degree or certificate in a field of their choosing.
Eligibility and Criteria for Selection:
Submit a completed application with all required attachments Have an un-weighted GPA of 3.0 or above; unofficial transcripts acceptable Plan on attending community college, a trade school or 4 year college in the USA Have some experience volunteering in the community or civic involvement during high school years.
Scholarship Use:
The scholarship must be used within one year of graduation. The funds will be paid directly to the school, upon proof of enrollment. Funds will be divided by semesters or terms.
Available to:
Sandy High School 2019 Graduates or SHS Home Schoolers
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00pm!
The Stewart Family Scholarship
Background: The Stewart Family of Sandy, Oregon, has donated monies for the Stewart Family Scholarship. The primary emphasis of this scholarship is for Sandy High seniors who want to enter the TEACHING PROFESSION.
Amount: $1,500
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must: Have a 3.0 or above cumulative grade point average (unweighted) Demonstrate a significant level of school and/or community activism, athletics, student government, etc. Plan to attend a community college and transfer to a 4-year college, or plan to attend a 4-year college immediately
Although financial need is a consideration, it is not a necessity.
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used in the fall immediately following high school graduation.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Sandy High School Student Body Scholarship
Background: The ASB provides one scholarship for graduating seniors planning to go to college.
Amount: $750
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: Qualifications to be considered: GPA and class difficulty Academic and extracurricular activity and involvement Civic achievement Desire for further education at a college or university, community college or vocational or technical school
Scholarship Use: Payment for this scholarship will be made in the fall (immediately following graduation) to the institution of the student’s choice.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Suburban Auto Group Scholarship
Background: Nancy and Jerry Jaksich of Suburban Auto Group offer two scholarships to Sandy High School graduating seniors—one for a female and one for a male.
Amount: Two at $1,000 each
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must: Have a 3.0 or above cumulative grade point average (unweighted) Demonstrate involvement in school activities or athletics Plan to attend a two- or four-year college
Scholarship Use: This scholarship must be used in the fall immediately following high school graduation.
SHS Graduates and/or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.! Walsh Scholarship
Background: This scholarship award is specifically intended to be used as financial aid to meet the needs of three graduating seniors of Sandy High School who may not necessarily have the highest academic standing in their class, but who are committed to their goals and have the interest to develop skills in schooling or training beyond high school, with the intended purpose to become productive members of society. Eligible applicants may have had difficulties at the beginning of high school, and have turned their grades around or are in the process of turning their grades around. Students who have faced hardship and adversity are encouraged to apply for this scholarship.
Amount: Three at $3,000 each
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The applicant: Must be a Sandy High School senior Must attend a 2-year or 4-year, non-profit, accredited post high school institution Must attend post high school institution full-time. No minimum GPA. All seniors with high financial need should apply!
Scholarship Use: The scholarship must be used within 12 months of graduation.
Available to: 2019 Sandy High School graduates or SHS area home-school students
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00pm!
Wy’East Education Association Community Grant
Background: The Wy’East Education Association Community Grant awards a Sandy High student who is an upstanding student with clear educational and life goals as well as a record of school and community involvement.
Amount: $500
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must:
• Possess a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (unweighted) • Have proven him/herself to be a positive role model • Plan to attend a vocational/technical school, a community college, or a four-year college or university • Provide a handwritten statement explaining a memory or experience of education/schooling that was significant or formative for you and why
Scholarship Use: The grant recipient will be provided with a $500 check to use as they need for furthering their education (tuition, textbook, school supplies, etc.)
SHS Graduates and /or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
Due: Wy’East Education Association Member Grant
Background: The Wy’East Education Association (WEA) Member Grant awards a Sandy High student who is related to a WEA member and is an upstanding student with clear educational and life goals as well as a record of school and community involvement.
Amount: $500
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must:
• Possess a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (unweighted) • Have proven him/herself to be a positive role model • Plan to attend a vocational/technical school, a community college, or a four-year college or university • Provide a handwritten statement explaining a memory or experience of education/schooling that was significant or formative for you and why
Scholarship Use: The grant recipient will be provided with a $500 check to use as they need for furthering their education (tuition, textbook, school supplies, etc.)
SHS Graduates and /or SHS Home Schoolers: Only SHS graduates
Due:
William E. “Pop” Rannow Scholarship
Background:
The family of “POP” Rannow has established a scholarship to honor the man who gave so much to the students of Sandy High School. This $1,000.00 scholarship shall be awarded annually to the outstanding all around student who excels in academics, sports and community service.
Amount: $1,000
Eligibility & Criteria for Selection: The student must: Be a Sandy High School Senior Plan on attending Oregon Tech. Have demonstrated excellence in academics, sports and community service. Submit a letter of recommendation from each of the teachers/mentors in the following areas: academics, sports and community service. Submit a brief paragraph about what they know about “POP” Rannow.
Scholarship Use: The scholarship must be applied in the first year after graduation and can be used at any University, College or Community College.
Due: April 2, 2019 in the SHS Career Center by 3:00 p.m.!