The Jennifer Frost Taylor* Outstanding Student in the Arts

*Jennifer Frost Taylor was a Vancouver resident and long time proponent of the Arts. Jennie was one of the original supporters of the Skyview Scholarship program. In recognition of her commitment to the program, we have named this award in her honor.

The Storm Nation Foundation will award a one-time, $4,000 scholarship  to a member of the 2026 senior class who has participated and excelled in classes or clubs or other activities related to “the arts” while attending Skyview High School. Qualifying activities include choir, orchestra, band and dance programs (comprised of the Marching Band, Winter Guard, Winter Percussion, Jazz Band and three Concert Bands – Concert, Symphonic, and Wind Ensemble), drama club, the Visual Arts Department, Photography, and Video Skills. 

 

The application process is as follows:

Interested seniors should write a short, narrative essay describing their Skyview experience. The essay must focus on the following qualifications with an overall emphasis on how Skyview impacted you in a positive manner.

• Highlight achievements at Skyview summarizing course completion, GPA, awards, recognitions, leadership opportunities, etc.
• Highlight any clubs and/or athletics involvement at Skyview.
• Share your long-term academic and career goals, and how this scholarship will help you achieve them.
• Explain how the Skyview staff, coursework, and/or environment supported you in your academic achievement and to develop your college/career goals. 

In addition to the essay, applicants will also need to submit:

• Copy of transcripts.
• Letter of recommendation/support from a Skyview teacher or staff member.
• Letter of support from a classmate or person outside of school (not a parent or relative).

Application deadline has been extended to May 9th.

IMPORTANT: Application guidelines:
Your submission should be typed, double-spaced, in 12 pt Sans Serif font. There is no word/page minimum or maximum. Use the space necessary to provide a clear and concise narrative for your situation.

FINALLY: All submissions MUST be .pdf documents. No other formats will be accepted for your submission. Those submissions will be DISQUALIFIED. (Format does not apply to transcripts). If you are having trouble, please email us at skyview@stormscholarships.org for help.