The Highline Schools Foundation has streamlined our scholarship application process. You can use one application to submit from one (1) to six (6) scholarship applications.
Scholarships Available in 2016
The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (STIA) Scholarship is a needs-based scholarship funded through the annual the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Scholarship charity golf tournament. Students who are motivated to pursue a science, technology, engineering, or math (STEM) education and career are encouraged to apply for a STIA scholarship. Two (2) $20,000 scholarships will be awarded toward university/college education and one (1) $10,000 scholarship will be awarded toward a vocational or community college education. All scholarships are distributed over a 2-year period. The Alaska Airlines Scholarship is based on financial need, academic merit, achievement, and the student’s future goals. Four (4) $5,000 scholarships will be awarded in 2016 — two designated for Raisbeck Aviation High School students. Scholarship to be awarded to the recipients during their first year of study at a 2 or 4-year institution. The CM Garrity Scholarship was established in 2015 thanks to the generosity of Highline High School Alumnus CM Garrity. This is the only 4-year scholarship opportunity provided by Highline Schools Foundation. Two (2) $20,000 scholarships ($5,000 per year for 4 years) to be awarded to one female and one male graduating student attending a 4-year institution. New in 2016, seniors in Highline Public Schools have a new scholarship available to them thanks to The Tin Room and their patrons. The TinShip Scholarship is intended for graduates who want to pursue a trade school, for careers in mechanics, building, machinery or craftsmanship. One (1) $6,000 scholarship awarded to one graduating student attending an accredited Trade School. The Light and Love Scholarship was established in 2014 to honor the memory of Dominick Pappas and is designed to honor an individual who exemplifies genuine kindness to adults and peers in all endeavors. One (1) $1,000 scholarship awarded to one graduating student attending a 2 or 4-year institution who exemplifies genuine kindness to adults and peers in all endeavors. The Bill Maynard Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the memory of the late Bill Maynard, a beloved figure in the Highline School District. Bill was the coordinator of the Steps to Success program, and he cared deeply for the students that he worked with. One (1) $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one student in Highline Public Schools pursuing a voc-tech education and career.
DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2016
Highline Schools Foundation 15675 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien, WA 98166 www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org Phone: (206) 248-5196 Fax: (206) 838-6041 Tax ID # 91-2020506 2016 Highline Schools Foundation Scholarship Applications – Help Information Apply online: at www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org/scholarships/
Below is a list of questions you will be asked on the scholarship application, including the essays you will be asked to write and submit. Essays must be submitted with your application. The other documents requested (Letters of Recommendation, High School transcript and SAT Scores) may be submitted with your application using the online application form, or submitted later.
The majority of the questions are required (each question marked with a red *). Please take a moment to look through the application before you start and make sure you have all the necessary materials ready to answer all the questions in one sitting. You will not be able to save the form and continue later.
SAT Scores, High School Transcripts and Letters of Recommendation Please ask your high school to forward ONE copy of your High School Transcript and SAT scores to the Highline Schools Foundation by the scholarship application deadline: FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2016. These can be sent through district mail. ATTN: Highline Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee.
If you have your Letters of Recommendation, you can upload it through the scholarship application form. Otherwise, letters can be sent through district mail. ATTN: Highline Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee or mailed to The Highline Schools Foundation, 15675 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien, WA 98166
Your Information Personal Information *Your Name *Home Phone *Alternate Phone (Message) *Your Email Address *Permanent Address/Mailing Address Comments or Questions *Do you need financial aid to pursue an education beyond high school? Yes/No – Please explain.
High School Information *Name of Highline Public School *Your Counselor's Name *Cumulative G.P.A *SAT Score *Graduation Date *Do you live in the Highline School District Area? Yes/No – if you live outside the Highline Service Area, please explain your situation.
College Information *What school do you plan to attend? *Is this a 2-year or 4-year school? (this question is only asked in the STIA Scholarship section) *Why did you select this institution?
Highline Schools Foundation 15675 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien, WA 98166 www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org Phone: (206) 248-5196 Fax: (206) 838-6041 Tax ID # 91-2020506 *Please list/describe all high school academic achievements (including honor roll and other academic awards) *Please list/describe all high school extracurricular activities (including athletics, student government, music, drama, etc.) job experience, community service (church, volunteer, etc. - include number of hours involved per week or year) and information illustrating your leadership experience and capabilities.
Trade School Information (this section is only included in the TinShip Scholarship section) *What Trade or Technical School do you plan to attend? *Why did you select this school? *What interests or activities lead you to choose this trade? *Please list any jobs, extracurricular activities, talents or interests you’d like us to know about. *My Extracurricular Activities General Information Eligibility Requirements Students must graduate from Highline Public Schools, by 6/30/16 Families must live in the Highline Public Schools service area Students must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student, enrolled in college level classes and continue to attend college full-time to receive awarded scholarship money For scholarships paid out over multiple years, students agree to continue to be enrolled full-time, keep a GPA of 2.5 and submit transcripts annually to the Highline Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee
General Scholarship Info Precedence will be given to those recipients who have not received a substantial scholarship or scholarships from other entities Scholarship money will be paid directly to the college and may be used for tuition and fees and depending on the scholarship, books The Highline Schools Foundation will not pay scholarship money to schools outside the United States
Essay Questions & Letters of Recommendation
The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (STIA) Scholarship ESSAY: Please provide one 500-word essay on one of the following topics: 1. What has been your most enjoyable learning experience? What did you learn? Why was it enjoyable? – OR – 2. Share an important experience that affected your life. How would you take that learning experience and apply it to your future education? LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION: Please provide one (1) Letter of Recommendation from an adult who has had a significant role in interacting with you in your extracurricular, community service, or leadership activities. Please ask this adult to answer the following question in their letter “What are the personal qualities that you have seen while working with this individual which demonstrates his/her leadership?” FINANCIAL INFORMATION will be collected. Those questions are below
Highline Schools Foundation 15675 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien, WA 98166 www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org Phone: (206) 248-5196 Fax: (206) 838-6041 Tax ID # 91-2020506 The Alaska Airlines Scholarship ESSAY: Please provide one 500-word essay on one of the following topics: 1. What has been your most enjoyable learning experience? What did you learn? Why was it enjoyable? – OR – 2. Share an important experience that affected your life. How would you take that learning experience and apply it to your future education?
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION: Please provide one (1) Letter of Recommendation from an adult who has had a significant role in interacting with you in your extracurricular, community service, or leadership activities. Please ask this adult to answer the following question in their letter “What are the personal qualities that you have seen while working with this individual which demonstrates his/her leadership?” FINANCIAL INFORMATION will be collected. Those questions are below
CM Garrity Scholarship ESSAY: Please include a one-page essay stating your educational goals, describing reasons for selecting your major, future plans in the field and how this scholarship would help you. LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION: Please provide one (1) Letter of Recommendation from an adult who has had a significant role in interacting with you in your extracurricular, community service, or leadership activities. Please ask this adult to answer the following question in their letter “What are the personal qualities that you have seen while working with this individual which demonstrates his/her leadership?” FINANCIAL INFORMATION will be collected. Those questions are below
TinShip Scholarship ESSAY: Please provide a short essay telling us about your background, your interests and your goals. LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION: Please provide at least one letter of recommendation from an adult who has a significant role in your life (preferably a teacher or someone you work with). The letter should include how they know you and what qualities you demonstrate that would make you a good candidate for this scholarship. FINANCIAL INFORMATION will be collected. Those questions are below
Light and Love Scholarship ESSAY: Please use your own ideas – but here are some ideas to get you started: Tell us about yourself; Tell us why you think the “Light and Love” Scholarship is a good fit for you; Give examples of how you have shown kindness or generosity to others LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: Please provide TWO (2) Letters of Recommendation from a Highline School District employee (Principal, Teacher, Counselor, Classified staff, etc.) someone who has had a significant role in your school life.
Bill Maynard Memorial Scholarship ESSAY: Please provide TWO (2) essays on the following topics: 1. Essay #1 - What have you learned from your personal challenges and how will you use this knowledge in the future? – AND – 2. Essay #2 - How would winning this scholarship assist you in achieving your future educational goals? Highline Schools Foundation 15675 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien, WA 98166 www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org Phone: (206) 248-5196 Fax: (206) 838-6041 Tax ID # 91-2020506
Financial Information *Name of Parent/Guardian *Occupation of Parent/Guardian *Parent/Guardian Phone Number *Parent's Permanent Address - If your parents live separately, you only need to provide one address. *For the 2016-2017 school year, please list all types and amounts of financial aid and scholarships you have either received or applied for, including government or private/foundation grants.
------You will use information from your parent(s) federal tax return (either estimated or completed) to answer the remaining questions ------
*Which form are you using to complete the financial information? Estimates based on income information to be filed in 2016 or Estimates based on completed IRS Form 1040 *Adjusted Gross Income *Total US Income Tax Paid *Income earned from work by Wage Earner #1 *Income earned from work by Wage Earner #2 *Total number of children (under 18) supported by this income (If YOU are under 18, this number should INCLUDE YOU) *Total number of adults (over 18) supported by this income (If YOU are over 18, please include yourself here. Otherwise, include yourself in the total number of children field) *Social Security or other untaxed income, benefits. *Enter zero (0) if none. *Total number of family members attending college (minimum half-time) during the 2015-2017 school year. Remember to include YOU in this total. If you are the only member of your family attending college in the fall - this number should be 1 (one). *Please Note: Verification of income (2015 or most current tax return) may be required for finalists.
Certification The Scholarship Committee requires that you certify your application by submitting an electronic signature. To certify your application, read the text below and provide an electronic signature (type your name) and click "Confirm Signature." We certify that all of the information on this application is true and complete to the best of our knowledge. If asked by the Scholarship Committee, we agree to furnish proof of the information we have provided. We realize that this proof may include a copy of our most recently filed U.S. Income Tax Return. We realize that, if asked and proof is not furnished, the student applicant may not receive any scholarship fund monies.
Agreement I agree that if I am offered a scholarship, The Highline Schools Foundation may use my name, the amount of the award and the name of the institution I will attend in press releases, public announcements and other fundraising materials.
Highline Schools Foundation 15675 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien, WA 98166 www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org Phone: (206) 248-5196 Fax: (206) 838-6041 Tax ID # 91-2020506 I will notify the Scholarship Committee promptly if any other financial aid is received, I do not graduate high school on time or if I change schools. Once the scholarship is paid to the institution I will attend, I understand I must be enrolled full-time, keep a GPA of 2.5 and (for multiple year scholarship awards) submit my transcripts annually to the Scholarship Committee.
IMPORTANT! Remember, additional documents (Letters of Recommendation, High School Transcripts and SAT Scores) must be mailed or delivered to the Highline Schools Foundation. Incomplete applications may not be considered.
How to submit additional documents (Transcripts, SAT Scores and Letters of Recommendation): District mail: Highline Schools Foundation, ATTN: Highline Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee Mail: Highline Schools Foundation, ATTN: Scholarship Committee,15675 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien WA 98166 Email: [email protected]
DEADLINE FOR ALL APPLICATIONS AND DOCUMENTS IS FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2016
A copy of your application (without attachments) will be emailed to you.
Highline Schools Foundation 15675 Ambaum Blvd SW, Burien, WA 98166 www.highlineschoolsfoundation.org Phone: (206) 248-5196 Fax: (206) 838-6041 Tax ID # 91-2020506