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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, an international professional organization founded by African-American women, has actively promoted and encouraged high scholastic achievement for youth for more than 100 years. AKA-LADE Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, fosters academic achievement at the local level in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter by awarding scholarships to help deserving, area high school seniors secure access to higher education. APPLICATION PROCESS
Selection is competitive and based upon the student’s academic achievements, financial need and personal life goals. Preference will also be given to students showing evidence of achievement in math and/or science. All required materials MUST be submitted by due date. Incomplete applications are unacceptable and will not be reviewed. All applications will be reviewed for thoroughness and quality. Applicants MUST reside in Illinois; MUST attend an Illinois public or private high school located in the following areas: Western Suburbs of Cook County (NOT including the city of Chicago), DuPage County, Kane County, Kendall County and Will County. (The high school MUST be located within the boundaries defined and established by the AKA-LADE Foundation.) OR applicant MUST be a confirmed/approved debutante or escort in the 2015 Miss FASHIONETTA® Presentation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the website for Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter/AKA-Lade Foundation at www.akalao.org. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ONLY – Must apply to a four-year college or university within the scholarship year. A copy of the college letter of acceptance must be submitted with the application. 2. GPA – Must have a cumulative average of “C+” (at least a 2.5 average) or better on a 4.0 scale. 3. TRANSCRIPT – Must provide an official, sealed high school transcript with the application. 4. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION – Must provide three (3) letters of recommendation with the application. Choose from the following individuals: 1) a junior or senior year teacher; 2) a sponsor of an organization, school or non-school related, in which the student is actively involved; 3) a high school counselor; or 4) a current or former employer. 5. ESSAY – Must submit a one-page, TYPED essay explaining your goals in life and why a college education is important to you. 6. INTERVIEW – Must schedule and complete an interview with the scholarship committee once application is approved. *Please Note: Students and dependents of active members of Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter are ineligible.* APPLICATION DEADLINE – FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2015 The application, transcript, letters of recommendation, essay and application checklist must be postmarked no later than Friday, January 16, 2015. Late and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted nor reviewed. Submit the entire application packet by the deadline to: AKA-Lade Foundation Scholarship Committee, Attn. Scholarship Chairman, P.O. Box 8234, Westchester, IL, 60154-8234 AWARD NOTIFICATION Scholarship winners will be notified of acceptance in March and announced at the 2015 Miss FASHIONETTA® gala on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the Oak Brook Hills Resort in Oak Brook, Illinois. Awards are released pending the recipient’s acceptance and enrollment in a four-year college or university. CONTACT Any questions regarding this application and/or process should be directed to Mrs. Salina Watson (Scholarship Chairman) at 708.715.1366 or Mrs. Lili Savage (Scholarship Co-Chairman) at 708.341.9281. 1
ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Please complete and use the application checklist below as a guide for proper submission.
Application Checklist
1. Official transcript in a sealed envelope with the school’s seal & proper signatures of school administrators.
2. Three (3) letters of recommendation. (See requirements, Item 4)
3. Recommendation Forms (Enclosed in this packet)
4. Typed essay (See requirements, Item 5).
5. Completed application (either typed or NEATLY handwritten). APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, January 16, 2015
Send complete application packet to: AKA-LADE Foundation Scholarship Committee Attn: Scholarship Chairman P.O. Box 8234 Westchester, IL 60154-8234 Questions regarding the application and/or process may be directed to Mrs. Watson at 708. 715.1366 or Mrs. Savage at 708.341.9281.
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Scholarship Application This application should be typed or NEATLY handwritten. Name Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
Street
City
State
ZIP
Address
Phone Number/Email Home
Cell
Email
Ethnic Group(Please check one) Asian
Black, Non-Hispanic
Hispanic
White, Non-Hispanic
Other _______________________
Schools Attended Elementary School Name and Location
Years Attended
Graduation year
High School Name and Location
Years Attended
Graduation year
SAT or ACT score
Class Rank
Academics Cumulative GPA
Please indicate any recognitions, honors and scholastic awards you have received:
List all positions of leadership and offices held:
How many community service hours have you accumulated within the past 12 months? Please list the organizations for which you have actively participated and volunteered.
List any hobbies and special talents you have:
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Scholarship Application (continued)
Please note: If any portion of this application is found to contain false information, your application will be deemed incomplete and will NOT be considered for review. Have you participated in a debutante presentation sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® as a debutante or escort? (please check one) Yes No Year: _________________ Is your legal parent/guardian a member of Alpha Kappa Yes No Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®?
Is your legal parent/guardian an active, current financial member Yes No of the Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter?
List the colleges to which you have been accepted. Please provide proof of acceptance (letter, email or certificate of acceptance from the college for each school listed).
College you plan to attend:
Name
Location
Major
References
List three (3) references as indicated on the cover page of this application (each reference must complete a letter of recommendation and the attached recommendation form).
1. Name
Address
Phone
Name
Address
Phone
Name
Address
Phone
2.
3.
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Applicant Financial Status
Please note: If any portion of this application is found to contain false information, your application will be deemed incomplete and will NOT be considered for review. Please state why you feel you are in need of a scholarship:
Parents/Guardian Information Legal Parent/Guardian Names: Home Address:
Yearly Income
List amount and source (i.e. employer’s name, self-employed, retired/social security) for each category listed.
Father’s Income
$
Source:
Mother’s Income
$
Source:
Guardian’s Income
$
Source:
Applicant’s Income
$
Source:
Other’s Income
$
Source:
Names of Others in Your Household Name
Age
Relationship to Applicant
Employed by/School
Name(s) of any person in your household attending college and their relationship to you: Name & Relationship to the Applicant
Name & Location of College/University
Year in College
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Letter of Recommendation Form #1 Name of Scholarship Applicant Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
Please rate the named applicant for the following attributes by placing an “X” in the appropriate box: Exceptional
Good
Fair
Poor
Unknown
Academic Potential Analytical Thinking Ability to Work with Others Organizational Skills Ability to Express Ideas Orally Ability to Express Ideas in Writing Drive and motivation
In your opinion, does this applicant’s scholastic record accurately reflect his/her scholastic ability? Please check one: Yes No Don’t Know If your answer is “No,” please explain:
How long have you known the applicant? Please attach a typed letter to elaborate on your ratings of this applicant, making sure to provide specific examples. Please also provide any additional information that you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
Title:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Letter of Recommendation Form #2 Name of Scholarship Applicant Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
Please rate the named applicant for the following attributes by placing an “X” in the appropriate box: Exceptional
Good
Fair
Poor
Unknown
Academic Potential Analytical Thinking Ability to Work with Others Organizational Skills Ability to Express Ideas Orally Ability to Express Ideas in Writing Drive and motivation
In your opinion, does this applicant’s scholastic record accurately reflect his/her scholastic ability? Please check one: Yes No Don’t Know If your answer is “No,” please explain:
How long have you known the applicant? Please attach a typed letter to elaborate on your ratings of this applicant, making sure to provide specific examples. Please also provide any additional information that you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
Title:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Letter of Recommendation Form #3 Name of Scholarship Applicant Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
Please rate the named applicant for the following attributes by placing an “X” in the appropriate box: Exceptional
Good
Fair
Poor
Unknown
Academic Potential Analytical Thinking Ability to Work with Others Organizational Skills Ability to Express Ideas Orally Ability to Express Ideas in Writing Drive and motivation
In your opinion, does this applicant’s scholastic record accurately reflect his/her scholastic ability? Please check one: Yes No Don’t Know If your answer is “No,” please explain:
How long have you known the applicant? Please attach a typed letter to elaborate on your ratings of this applicant, making sure to provide specific examples. Please also provide any additional information that you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
Title:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Applicant Essay Please attach a one-page, TYPED essay to this page explaining your life goals and aspirations (college, career and personal); AND explain why a college education is important to you. Please note that hand-written essays will not be accepted and will deem your application incomplete for consideration.
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Selection is competitive and based upon the student’s academic achievements, financial need and personal life goals. Preference will also be given to students showing evidence of achievement in math and/or science. All required materials MUST be submitted by due date. Incomplete applications are unacceptable and will not be reviewed. All applications will be reviewed for thoroughness and quality. Applicants MUST reside in Illinois; MUST attend an Illinois public or private high school located in the following areas: Western Suburbs of Cook County (NOT including the city of Chicago), DuPage County, Kane County, Kendall County and Will County. (The high school MUST be located within the boundaries defined and established by the AKA-LADE Foundation.) OR applicant MUST be a confirmed/approved debutante or escort in the 2015 Miss FASHIONETTA® Presentation. Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the website for Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter/AKA-Lade Foundation at www.akalao.org. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
1. HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ONLY – Must apply to a four-year college or university within the scholarship year. A copy of the college letter of acceptance must be submitted with the application. 2. GPA – Must have a cumulative average of “C+” (at least a 2.5 average) or better on a 4.0 scale. 3. TRANSCRIPT – Must provide an official, sealed high school transcript with the application. 4. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION – Must provide three (3) letters of recommendation with the application. Choose from the following individuals: 1) a junior or senior year teacher; 2) a sponsor of an organization, school or non-school related, in which the student is actively involved; 3) a high school counselor; or 4) a current or former employer. 5. ESSAY – Must submit a one-page, TYPED essay explaining your goals in life and why a college education is important to you. 6. INTERVIEW – Must schedule and complete an interview with the scholarship committee once application is approved. *Please Note: Students and dependents of active members of Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter are ineligible.* APPLICATION DEADLINE – FRIDAY, JANUARY 16, 2015 The application, transcript, letters of recommendation, essay and application checklist must be postmarked no later than Friday, January 16, 2015. Late and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted nor reviewed. Submit the entire application packet by the deadline to: AKA-Lade Foundation Scholarship Committee, Attn. Scholarship Chairman, P.O. Box 8234, Westchester, IL, 60154-8234 AWARD NOTIFICATION Scholarship winners will be notified of acceptance in March and announced at the 2015 Miss FASHIONETTA® gala on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at the Oak Brook Hills Resort in Oak Brook, Illinois. Awards are released pending the recipient’s acceptance and enrollment in a four-year college or university. CONTACT Any questions regarding this application and/or process should be directed to Mrs. Salina Watson (Scholarship Chairman) at 708.715.1366 or Mrs. Lili Savage (Scholarship Co-Chairman) at 708.341.9281. 1
ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Please complete and use the application checklist below as a guide for proper submission.
Application Checklist
1. Official transcript in a sealed envelope with the school’s seal & proper signatures of school administrators.
2. Three (3) letters of recommendation. (See requirements, Item 4)
3. Recommendation Forms (Enclosed in this packet)
4. Typed essay (See requirements, Item 5).
5. Completed application (either typed or NEATLY handwritten). APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, January 16, 2015
Send complete application packet to: AKA-LADE Foundation Scholarship Committee Attn: Scholarship Chairman P.O. Box 8234 Westchester, IL 60154-8234 Questions regarding the application and/or process may be directed to Mrs. Watson at 708. 715.1366 or Mrs. Savage at 708.341.9281.
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Scholarship Application This application should be typed or NEATLY handwritten. Name Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
Street
City
State
ZIP
Address
Phone Number/Email Home
Cell
Ethnic Group(Please check one) Asian
Black, Non-Hispanic
Hispanic
White, Non-Hispanic
Other _______________________
Schools Attended Elementary School Name and Location
Years Attended
Graduation year
High School Name and Location
Years Attended
Graduation year
SAT or ACT score
Class Rank
Academics Cumulative GPA
Please indicate any recognitions, honors and scholastic awards you have received:
List all positions of leadership and offices held:
How many community service hours have you accumulated within the past 12 months? Please list the organizations for which you have actively participated and volunteered.
List any hobbies and special talents you have:
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Scholarship Application (continued)
Please note: If any portion of this application is found to contain false information, your application will be deemed incomplete and will NOT be considered for review. Have you participated in a debutante presentation sponsored by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® as a debutante or escort? (please check one) Yes No Year: _________________ Is your legal parent/guardian a member of Alpha Kappa Yes No Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®?
Is your legal parent/guardian an active, current financial member Yes No of the Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter?
List the colleges to which you have been accepted. Please provide proof of acceptance (letter, email or certificate of acceptance from the college for each school listed).
College you plan to attend:
Name
Location
Major
References
List three (3) references as indicated on the cover page of this application (each reference must complete a letter of recommendation and the attached recommendation form).
1. Name
Address
Phone
Name
Address
Phone
Name
Address
Phone
2.
3.
4
ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Applicant Financial Status
Please note: If any portion of this application is found to contain false information, your application will be deemed incomplete and will NOT be considered for review. Please state why you feel you are in need of a scholarship:
Parents/Guardian Information Legal Parent/Guardian Names: Home Address:
Yearly Income
List amount and source (i.e. employer’s name, self-employed, retired/social security) for each category listed.
Father’s Income
$
Source:
Mother’s Income
$
Source:
Guardian’s Income
$
Source:
Applicant’s Income
$
Source:
Other’s Income
$
Source:
Names of Others in Your Household Name
Age
Relationship to Applicant
Employed by/School
Name(s) of any person in your household attending college and their relationship to you: Name & Relationship to the Applicant
Name & Location of College/University
Year in College
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Letter of Recommendation Form #1 Name of Scholarship Applicant Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
Please rate the named applicant for the following attributes by placing an “X” in the appropriate box: Exceptional
Good
Fair
Poor
Unknown
Academic Potential Analytical Thinking Ability to Work with Others Organizational Skills Ability to Express Ideas Orally Ability to Express Ideas in Writing Drive and motivation
In your opinion, does this applicant’s scholastic record accurately reflect his/her scholastic ability? Please check one: Yes No Don’t Know If your answer is “No,” please explain:
How long have you known the applicant? Please attach a typed letter to elaborate on your ratings of this applicant, making sure to provide specific examples. Please also provide any additional information that you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
Title:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Letter of Recommendation Form #2 Name of Scholarship Applicant Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
Please rate the named applicant for the following attributes by placing an “X” in the appropriate box: Exceptional
Good
Fair
Poor
Unknown
Academic Potential Analytical Thinking Ability to Work with Others Organizational Skills Ability to Express Ideas Orally Ability to Express Ideas in Writing Drive and motivation
In your opinion, does this applicant’s scholastic record accurately reflect his/her scholastic ability? Please check one: Yes No Don’t Know If your answer is “No,” please explain:
How long have you known the applicant? Please attach a typed letter to elaborate on your ratings of this applicant, making sure to provide specific examples. Please also provide any additional information that you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
Title:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Letter of Recommendation Form #3 Name of Scholarship Applicant Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
Please rate the named applicant for the following attributes by placing an “X” in the appropriate box: Exceptional
Good
Fair
Poor
Unknown
Academic Potential Analytical Thinking Ability to Work with Others Organizational Skills Ability to Express Ideas Orally Ability to Express Ideas in Writing Drive and motivation
In your opinion, does this applicant’s scholastic record accurately reflect his/her scholastic ability? Please check one: Yes No Don’t Know If your answer is “No,” please explain:
How long have you known the applicant? Please attach a typed letter to elaborate on your ratings of this applicant, making sure to provide specific examples. Please also provide any additional information that you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
Title:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
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ARTHALIA E. JACKSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Applicant Essay Please attach a one-page, TYPED essay to this page explaining your life goals and aspirations (college, career and personal); AND explain why a college education is important to you. Please note that hand-written essays will not be accepted and will deem your application incomplete for consideration.
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