The Sprouting Scholar Award Is a Scholarship Created for Those Who Possess the Academic Capabilities to Be Exceptional Students
Scholarship Description: The Sprouting Scholar Award is a scholarship created for those who possess the academic capabilities to be exceptional students. Education has multiple avenues, many that have yet to be explored by current graduating high school seniors. This scholarship is given on the premise that the Sprouting Scholar has yet to reach their peak academic potential or greatest educational achievement. This award is a reminder that there is a community of people hoping to see you sprout into a harvest of knowledge for others to reap.
Application Requirements:
. Must be a current high school senior attending a Broward County Public School . Applicant must have a 2.0 GPA or higher to be eligible . Enroll in an accredited college/university upon graduation . Must have a financial need . Must complete essay
Essay Requirements:
Each applicant is required to write a 1-2 page paper (double spaced) responding to the following:
What life/family experiences do you believe have shaped who you are, and/or what challenges have you overcome to make it to this point in your education (graduating high school and entering college)? Explain why obtaining a college education will be one of your greatest accomplishments.
Scholarship Awards: Four applicants will be chosen for one of the following scholarships:
. Two scholars will each receive a $1,000 scholarship . Two scholars will each receive a $500 scholarship
Scholarship will be mailed directly to the college/university the applicant will be attending.
Deadline:
Applications must be submitted by Sunday, April 1, 2018 Please submit all applications to [email protected]
If you have any questions, please email Amber Davenport or Jammal Davenport at [email protected]
Applicant Information
First Name: Middle Initial: Last Name:
High School Name:
Home Address:
City: State: ZIP Code:
Student Email Address: Phone #:
Parent/ Guardian Name: Phone #:
Status I am currently a senior, with an anticipated graduation date of June 2018: Yes or No Have you taken the ACT or SAT? Yes or No ACT Score: SAT Score: G.P.A (unweighted): G.P.A (weighted):
Favorite Subject:
Organization/Club Affiliations List any clubs, organizations, or extra-curricular activities you are involved in. 1)
2)
3)
Community Service List any organizations that you have volunteered with. Be sure to include a description of services. Name of Organization: Total Hours: Description of Services and/or Activities:
College/University List below the colleges and/or universities you have applied to or been accepted to. 1) City & State:
2) City & State:
3) City & State: In the box below, state your intended major or area of study:
Financial Assistance If applicable, please list all other sources of financial assistance that you will receive for college. Examples include: scholarships, grants, prepaid college fund, 529 college fund, etc. 1) 2) 3) Additional Information
If needed, please use the space provided below to further answer any of the previous questions.