Caledonia Post #305 American Legion Scholarship

Caledonia Post #305 American Legion Scholarship Sponsored by the Sons of the American Legion

Scope and Purpose

The Sons of the American Legion Post #305 have established a scholarship in the amount of $500.00 to be given annually to a graduate of Caledonia High School for the purpose of furthering his/her education.

Guidelines

A. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Patriotism - The student must show knowledge of the history of the flag, the proper ways of displaying it, and the proper respect for it.

2. Citizenship - The student must display by his/her involvement in activities, either within the school system or outside of it, the working knowledge of the qualities of a good citizen.

3. Discipline - The student must in all his/her activities show respect for rules and obedience to them.

4. Leadership - The student must have displayed the qualities of leadership in school athletics or church activities.

5. Scholastics - The student must have attained a 3.00 GPA by the end of the 1st semester of his/her senior year.

Other Considerations

A. This award shall not be based on sex, race, religion or cultural background.

B. Student should be highly motivated and have a strong desire to further his/her education.

C. The relationship to a Legion member or Veteran is not required, but will be deliberated.

D. Financial need will be a consideration. Caledonia Post #305 American Legion Scholarship Application Form

1. Personal Information

Name: Address: City, State, Zip Code: Telephone Number: Birthdate:

2. Family Information

Father's Name: Mother's Name: Guardian(s): Number and Ages of Siblings:

Relationship to Veteran or Legion Member:

3. Academic Information

High School and Dates Attended:

High School GPA:

4. Extracurricular Activities (Athletics, Church, Clubs or Organizations, Volunteer Work). Include offices held.

5. Honors or Awards -2-

6. Professional or Employment Goals

7. Higher Education Plans

Where and how do you plan to use this scholarship?

How do you plan to pay for your education?

8. How do you stand apart from other applicants?

This is your chance to sell yourself! Use the back of this sheet.

Selection Process

A. File an application with the Caledonia High School Student Services Office by MONDAY, APRIL 14, 2008. Applications can be obtained at the Student Services Office.

B. Applications will be screened by a high school staff committee.

C. A Sons of the American Legion Selection Committee will notify finalists and interview candidates in person.