DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD 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 501c3 organization, fosters academic achievement at the local level in partnership with Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, 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. Students must major in elementary or secondary education. Preference will also be given to students who are majoring in special education in particular. 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 and attend an Illinois public or private high school located in Cook County. Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the website for Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter/AKA-Lade Foundation at www.akalao.org. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSS 1. HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ONLY- Must apply & be accepted to a 4-year college or university within the scholarship year. Student must major in the field of education. High School students classified as a high school special education student and/or who are majoring in special education will be given preference. 2. COLLEGE LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE – Letter must be submitted with the application. 3. GPA - Must have a cumulative average of “C+” (at least a 2.5 average) or better on a 4.0 scale. 4. TRANSCRIPT – Must provide an official, sealed high school transcript with the application. 5. 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 past employer. 6. ESSAY - Must submit a one-page, TYPED essay explaining your goals in life and why becoming a school educator is important to you. 7. INTERVIEW – Please note that an interview is not required, unless one is requested by the committee. *Please Note: Students and dependents of “Active” members of Lambda Alpha Omega Chapter are ineligible.* APPLICATION DEADLINE – SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2015 The application, transcript, letters of recommendation, typed essay, letter of acceptance and application checklist must be submitted together at one time, in one large envelope and not in separate envelopes. The required materials must be postmarked no later than Saturday, June 20, 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 via U.S. mail. Awards are approved and released pending the recipient’s acceptance and enrollment in a four-year college or university & pending confirmation of the student’s major. CONTACT Any questions regarding this application and/or process should be directed to: Attn. Mrs. Salina Watson (Scholarship Chair) at (708)715-1366 or Mrs. Lili Savage (Scholarship Co-Chair) at (708)341-9281.
DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD 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: Saturday, June 20, 2015
Send completed application packet to: AKA-LADE Foundation Scholarship Committee Attn. Scholarship Chair P.O. Box 8234 Westchester, IL., 60154-8234 Questions regarding the application and/or process should be directed to Mrs. Watson at (708) 715-1366 or Mrs. Savage at (708)341-9281.
DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Scholarship Application This application should be typed or NEATLY handwritten. Name Last
First
M.I.
Date of Birth
City
State
Zip Code
Cell
Email
Address Street
Phone Number/Email Home
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 last 4 years? Please list the organizations for which you have actively participated and volunteered.
List any hobbies and special talents you have:
DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Scholarship Application (continued) Please note: If any portion of this application is found to contain false information, then your application will be deemed incomplete and will NOT be considered for review.
List the colleges for 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 (first choice):
Name
Location
Major
References List three (3) references as indicated on the cover page of this application (each reference must complete both a letter of recommendation and the attached recommendation form).
1. Name
Address
Phone
Name
Address
Phone
Name
Address
Phone
2.
3.
DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD SCHOLARSHIP - 2015 AWARD APPLICATION
Applicant Financial Status Please note: If any portion of this application is found to contain false information, then 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 below:
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
DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD 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 which you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
Title:
DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD 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 which you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
Title:
DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD 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 which you feel may assist in the consideration of the applicant for a scholarship.
Signature:
School/Organization:
Address:
Date:
Title:
DR. BETTY WASHINGTON HOWARD 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 majoring in education is important to you. Please note that hand-written essays will not be accepted and will deem your application incomplete for consideration.