Green County Chapter of the University of Wisconsin Alumni Association

2012-2013 Local New Glarus High School Scholarship Application

Hello Senior!

Completion of this application makes you eligible for the majority of the local scholarships; however special applications are necessary for the following:

 Green County Chapter of the University of Wisconsin Alumni Association

 FFA Alumni

 Lions Club

 Monroe Clinic Volunteers in Partnership

 Monroe St. Vincent de Paul

 New Glarus Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10549

 Schardt Orthodontics Scholarship

These special applications are attached.

Please read the following directions very carefully. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for a scholarship by the committees.

1. Fill out the Local Scholarship Application entirely.

2. One copy of the application must be submitted for each of the scholarships that you apply for.

3. A separate cover letter to each scholarship committee should accompany your application. For example, if you apply for five scholarships, you should write five separate letters. You can have a general template that details your extracurricular accomplishments and community involvement; however, tailor each letter to the specific scholarship that you are applying for. Also, please do not address any letter with “to whom it may concern” as scholarship committees are very offended by this!

4. Attach a résumé – not all scholarships require this but the more quality information a committee has about you, the better they can get to know who you are. Really try to sell yourself! Help them understand why they should consider funding some of your education.

5. Make a list of all of the different scholarships that you are applying for on an attached sheet and hand in to me. Handwritten is fine—this is just for me. 6. Criteria for these scholarships vary and are determined by the donor. Please note that there are specific requirements for each scholarship before completing the application. All scholarships require that you go on to school this coming fall!

7. All local scholarship applications and letters must be returned to Mrs. Meoska by March 1st – no exceptions. Applications received after this date will not be considered. Use the checklist that I have provided to make sure you have included all of the necessary information!

Important to Note: Most scholarships are paid upon proof of successful completion of first semester and registration for second semester for post-secondary schooling.

LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

The student submitting this scholarship application agrees to release an academic transcript and other submitted information to the New Glarus Local Scholarship Committees and any approved representatives from organizations donating scholarships for use in the scholarship selection purposes. All student information received through the scholarship application process is held in the strictest confidence.

Student Name: Home Address: Name of Parents: Occupations of Parents: Number of Brothers and Sisters:

HIGH SCHOOL RECORD Have you attended any other high school? If yes, which one? Grade Point Average: Class Rank: High School Activities: Work Done Outside of School:

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION PLANS First and Second Choice of Post-Secondary School (May be college/university or technical college program)

First Choice: Second Choice:

Intended College Major(s) or field(s) of study (limit two):

First Choice: Second Choice:

Anticipated cost of your first year of post-secondary education: Do you intend to work while attending college? Do you have the funds on hand now for attending college? How much help can you expect from your parents or relatives? Have you applied for or received any other scholarships? Student Signature: ______Date: ______2012-2013 New Glarus High School Local Scholarships ACT Prep Plus Scholarship Several Scholarships – Amounts Vary Open to students who took the ACT Prep Course at New Glarus last year, attended 6 out of 7 of the sessions, and who participated in the ACT Question of the Week at least eight times are eligible to apply. American Legion Post 141, Walter Ott One $500 Scholarship Applicants must rank in the upper ½ of their class and have a GPA of 3.0 or better. Preferences will go to students with a veteran in their family. Criminal Justice Scholarship One $300 Scholarship Open to students planning to study criminal justice/law enforcement at an in-state technical or four year college. Culver’s/Cenex Scholarship One $250-$500 Scholarship Applicants should detail their financial need in cover letter. Preferences will go to students pursuing a degree in agriculture, although this is not a requirement. Eloise Strickler Memorial Scholarship One $300 Scholarship Include an essay that explains “Why is education important?” and detail your post-high school plans (choice of college and field of interest). Green County Chapter – UW- Alumni One $750 Scholarship Association Scholarship See attached information and application form. Jake Daeda Memorial Scholarship Two $750 Scholarships Open to seniors who have been active in New Glarus High School sports or activities. These scholarship recipients are selected by staff, students and the Daeda family. FFA Alumni Scholarship Several Scholarships – Amounts Vary Awarded to students who have been active FFA members for at least one year. See Mr. Ziegler for details. Submit the attached FFA Alumni Scholarship form. Heidi Scholarship One Scholarship - Amount May Vary Applicants must rank in the upper ½ of their graduating class and have shown leadership in student affairs. Must have been active in the Heidi Festival. Joseph Henderson Memorial Scholarship One $100-$300 Scholarship This is an interest-only scholarship so the amount can vary widely. Students must attend post-secondary education in Wisconsin. Academics, extra-curricular activities and citizenship will be considered. Apparition Motorcycle Club Scholarship One $500 Scholarship This is open to students planning on earning a 2-year technical degree. Financial need is a consideration. Knights Activity Scholarship Two $500 Scholarships This is open to any member of the senior class. One male and one female will be selected. Lions Club Scholarship Four $500 Scholarships See attached application. Ernest Lufi Memorial Scholarship One $750 Scholarship Applicants must rank in the upper ½ of their class and enroll in a post-secondary school upon graduation. Applicants must be involved in community, church and/or school activities. Preference will be given to a student who intends to pursue a career in music. Financial need is a consideration.

Francis S. Marchilena Engineering One $250 Scholarship Scholarship Students who complete all five Project Lead the Way engineering courses are eligible to apply. The final selection will be made by the PLTW team. Russell L. Monroe Memorial One $200 Scholarship Scholarship Applicants must rank in the upper ½ of their class and must be pursuing a degree in education. Applicants must also be active in community affairs. Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Scholarships The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Scholarship Program is separate from the local scholarships. New Glarus has its own page that lists available scholarships and links to the applications. You can access this page directly by visiting http://www.cfsw.org/new_glarus_high_school0.aspx. Students should complete the separate application, sign, and then return to me for transcripts. These are due March 1!

Alvin & Rosa Buholzer Scholarship (Attending Blackhawk Technical College Only) Students should be in the top 33% of their class ranking. Preference may be given for financial need, but is not a restriction.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Green County Scholarship For students who have either been recipients of service, or who have provided service to the organization. Selection will be based upon number of years involved, impact Big Brothers/Big Sisters has had on applicant. Student should be goal oriented, demonstrate interest in community and school activities, and have financial need.

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church Scholarship Scholarship awarded to individual(s) who plan to attend a Lutheran college, university or seminary. This scholarship is based on financial need and academic performance. Preference may be given to a member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church.

The Green Haven Family Advocates, Geraldine “Gerri” Newman Memorial Scholarship The applicants for this scholarship must be of good character and high moral standards. Preference may be given to applicants who demonstrate a commitment to volunteerism through participation in school and/or community activities, plan a career path with direct connection to human services (examples: social work, medical, teaching, law enforcement, etc.) Additional preference will be given to an individual who has shown an ability to overcome hardship in their personal life. Applicants will also be judged on citizenship, leadership, and academics, financial need and life experiences.

Martinson Merit Award For students who will be attending an accredited college, university, or technical school. Student must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher and demonstrate involvement in school activities, sports, church, and/or the community at large. Preference may be given for financial need. Scholarship may be renewable for 1 year with a 3.0 GPA.

Meyer Memorial Scholarship For students who will be attending an accredited college, university, or technical school. GPA and class standing are not to be used exclusively, but preference to be given to students who have need for financial support. Scholarship may be renewable for 1 year with a 2.5 GPA. New Glarus FFA Alumni Scholarship

APPLICANT:

YEARS OF FFA MEMBERSHIP:

WHICH FFA DEGREE DO YOU CURRENTLY HOLD?

ACHIEVEMENTS IN FFA ACTIVITIES

OFFICES AND/OR COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE FFA

YEAR OFFICE/COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES

OTHER FFA SPONSORED ACTIVITIES YEAR ACTIVITIES RESPONSIBILITIES

COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES

YEAR ACTIVITIES RESPONSIBILITIES ESSAY: HOW HAS BEING AN FFA MEMBER AFFECTED YOUR LIFE? NEW GLARUS LIONS CLUB SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

1. The New Glarus Lions Club awards (4) $500.00 scholarships each year

2. The student must be a graduate of New Glarus High School

3. The recipient must complete the first semester of college (immediately following high school graduation) and be enrolled in the second semester. (Note: Leaving school during the first semester due to illness, family emergencies, etc. will be reviewed by the scholarship committee on a case by case basis--contact the committee chairman).

4. Qualifications considered: A) High school scholastic record B) Completion of personal character essay C) Participation/leadership in extracurricular school activities D) Participation in community or church activities E) Outside work experience, schooling. etc. New Glarus Lions Club Scholarship Application

STUDENT INFORMATION:

Name Phone

Address Email

Parents Names Phone

Do you have a parent/grandparent in the New Glarus Lions Club? Yes No If yes, please identify Note: A "no" answer will not disqualify you from consideration

List which activities you are involved in (extracurricular, sports, community, work, etc.) Use separate sheet of paper if necessary

Personal Character Essay (250 words or less) Describe how you view the importance of an individual’s morals, principles and integrity in the pursuit of your career goals. (Applications without this essay will be rejected).

Which school do you plan to attend? (Can be either a 4 year university or 2 year technical college)

Cumulative GPA

What percentage of your education do you plan to finance? % Parents? % Loans, grants scholarships, etc? %

I am a member of the senior class of 2013 at New Glarus High School, and verify that the information provided is truthful and the personal character essay is my own work. I understand that the Lions Club Scholarship Committee will judge my application on their view of my merit, character and need. The scholarship will be presented at the first Lions Club meeting in January, and is contingent upon completion of the first semester of college and enrollment in the second. . Signed ______Date ______ng lions revised April, 2009

New Glarus Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10549 Post Office Box 444 New Glarus, Wisconsin Dear Candidate,

The New Glarus Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars membership welcomes your competing for our $300.00 Scholarship. It is our sincere wish that you succeed in your continuing education. As veterans, one of our major services to our community is our contributions to enable the success of our youth. Our scholarship offering is one of our major projects each year, because we believe education is a very important part of each and every person’s success in this rapidly changing world. Please pay careful attention to our scholarship requirements as spelled out below. Please complete your Application Form completely and accurately. In addition we are asking you to submit a personal separate letter as a part of your application package. Your personal letter must include three very specific items. The first is to state your future vocational plans and why you have chosen this field. The second item is that we ask that you indicate your educational plans and why you have chosen the school which you plan to attend. Finally, we ask you to indicate why you feel you need financial help. No more than one page, please. Our selected student will receive the $300 scholarship money when they produce evidence of enrollment for the second semester of their freshman year and submit their grades from the first semester. Thank you for your application packet (which includes your Application Form and your individual personal letter) and all of the members of the New Glarus Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars wish you great success!

Scholarship Requirements 1. Must be a graduate in the upper half of the graduating class of a designated host high school. 2. Written application must be made directly to the School Counselor. 3. Character and personal qualifications: a. Must be of good character b. Must have shown citizenship and leadership qualities in school affairs c. Must have been an active participant in school activities d. Show or demonstrate involvement in non-school activities for the betterment of the community and its citizens 4. Preference will be considered to those attending an accredited Wisconsin College, University, Technical or Vocation School full time. Enrollment must be in the fall semester following graduation. 5. Preference will be considered for those students who have a parent or grandparent who honorably served our country in the Armed forces. 6. Preference will be considered for those students who participated in activities such as: Youth Essay, Voice of Democracy, Scouting, 4-H, FFA, FCCLA, Student Council and other school or community endorsed activities. 7. Selection of the finalists will be made by the VFW Scholarship Committee 8. The New Glarus VFW reserves the right to refuse any and all candidates. Note: Children of the New Glarus VFW members are eligible to compete for this scholarship. They must meet the same requirements. All applicants will be judged equally and given the same consideration.

New Glarus Memorial Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10549 Post Office Box 444 New Glarus, Wisconsin Scholarship Application Form

Name Address City Phone Date of Birth Father’s Name Occupation Mother’s Name Occupation Number of children in your family and their ages How many children in your family will be in college next year? What are your career plans? Where will you be attending school? Have you applied? Been accepted? Do you have a major selected? If so, what is your intended major? Have you applied for and/or received any other scholarships? If so, list the scholarships you’ve applied for and the amount of the scholarship. (Include your local high school applications).

How do you plan to finance the cost of your education?

Have you saved money for your education? How much? If you have not saved money for your education, please explain.

Do you have a parent or grandparent who is a veteran who served honorably in our Armed Forces? If yes, whom?

What is your grade point average? Class rank? of 67 Please list your high school activities: Please list your community activities:

What kind of work have you done outside of the school?

SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS FOR THE GREEN COUNTY CHAPTER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Requirements

1. Must attend the University of Wisconsin – Madison Campus Only

2. Must be a graduating senior residing in Green County

3. Scholastic standing: must be in the upper 40% of class

4. Must be personable and have qualities of good character Scholarship Procedures

1. All applications are due to Mrs. Meoska by March 1, 2013 and she will forward to Erin Cassidy, Green County UW Alumni Club, W5481 Center Road, Monroe, WI 53566.

2. Directors of the Green County Alumni Chapter will base selections on personal interviews and quality of applicant’s answers to application questions. Applicant will be notified by phone as to the hour and location of their personal interview. Interviews will be held before April 18, 2013.

3. Chapter will pay $750.00 for one year—any refunds to be made due to student dropping from school will be made to the Green County Alumni Chapter.

4. Money from the scholarship will be sent directly to the registrar’s office at the University of Wisconsin – Madison to be deducted from the tuition balance of scholarship recipient.

5. Any money left from tuition, fees, and books is to be refunded by the school to the student.

Scholarship Application

Green County Chapter of the University of Wisconsin – Madison

Alumni Association

Address:

County of Residence:

Home Phone #: Cell Phone #:

Best way and time to reach you to schedule interview:

Email address:

Date of Birth:

Name of Parent(s) or Guardian(s): High School: New Glarus High School

Name of School Counselor: Brittany Meoska

Scholastic Standing (class rank and GPA): (May enclose transcript)

Student ID Number from UW Madison if available (not Social Security number):

On a separate sheet of paper: List high school and community activities you have been involved in during the past four years. Include awards, recognition, and accomplishments.

Please answer the following, preferably in a word document and in order. Thank you.

1. Your educational and career objectives 2. Why you decided to attend the University of Wisconsin – Madison 3. Any other information you want the selection committee to consider Monroe Clinic Volunteers In Partnership Scholarship Application For Branch Sites

Two $500.00 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors going into the medical field from communities with Monroe Clinic sites (Albany, Blanchardville, Brodhead, Durand, Freeport, Lena and New Glarus) or who live within an area serviced by a branch site or who have a parent that is employed by Monroe Clinic. The successful applicant will be selected on scholastic merit, citizenship, financial need and expressed interest in the health care field. Scholarship applications may be picked up at participating high schools or from the Human Resource Department at Monroe Clinic main campus. The information contained herein will be reviewed by a three-member scholarship committee and will remain confidential. Public announcement of the award will be made. The $500.00 scholarship will be paid directly to the attending school of the recipient.

Return applications to your counselor by March 1, 2013 To: The participating high school counselors or Monroe Clinic Volunteer Services Department - 515 22nd Avenue, Monroe, WI 53566

Home Address:

Phone Number:

High School Graduated From: Year:

School planning to attend: Address of school:

Date of Acceptance:

Health Related Field of Study:

Anticipated Degree: Please explain why you have chosen a career in health care. (Use additional sheets as needed) What specific job would you like to have in your field?

What volunteer and/or paid work have you done in the past or are you currently doing that relates to your field? Be specific, including how often and for how long if possible.

List your student and/or community activities, including offices held, years involved and/or hours contributed if known if different from above.

What are your reasons for applying for this scholarship?

Are you employed now or during any part of the year? If so, where? How do you expect your education will be funded? Be as specific as possible. If you or your family has extenuating circumstances you would like taken into consideration, please elaborate (for example, illness, multiple siblings in college).

Please attach a transcript of grades from the past two semesters.

If you have any questions: Call Volunteer Services at 608.324.1569 Monroe St. Vincent de Paul Conference Scholarship Application (Note: This form must be typed. Attach additional sheets if necessary.)

Technical school Sex: Male Female

1. Name:

2. Address: Phone:

3. Parents name(s):

4. Father's occupation:

5. Mother's occupation:

6. Names and ages of siblings:

7. Names of siblings in college or technical school:

8. What are your career plans?

9. Where will you attend school?

10. Have you been accepted?

11. Course of study:

12. What will your first year of post high school education cost?

13. How do you plan to pay for your education?

14. Have you saved any money for your education?

15. What is your work experience?

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16. Name of high school you are attending: 17. List 3 references (can be employers or teachers)

18. List activities outside of school:

19. List any awards you have received:

20. Why are you interested in your future occupation?

21. Why should you receive this scholarship? (Be sure to address your financial need and your lifestyle of community service and your volunteer activities). Scholarship Application Checklist

Please ensure that you have submitted the following for each scholarship that you are applying for:

____ Copy of Completed Local Application

____ Cover Letter (tweaked and addressed for each specific scholarship)

____ Copy of Résumé

____ Additional application form (if required)

____ Additional paragraph/essays (if required)

Also, please make sure you submit one sheet with a list of all of the scholarships that you are applying for.

I will attach the transcript and send all of your application materials to the scholarship committees once you submit the materials to me. I must receive everything by Friday, March 1st, 2013 by 3:30. Scholarship night will be held on Wednesday, May 8th at 6:30.

Good luck to you in your scholarship search!! 