Friends of the Performing Arts Scholarship

Purpose 

Students entering 9-12th grades during the 2026-2027 school year, and who are enthusiastic about the performing arts (acting, band, music, etc.), are invited to audition for a FOPA scholarship.  Two $1,000.00 performing arts scholarships will be awarded.

Eligibility

• Be registered to attend High School at St. Joseph Catholic Academy for the
  2026-2027 school year.
• If selected for this award, you must participate in at least one Performing Arts that we offer.

Scholarship Requirements

• Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher/ counselor.
• Include a copy of your first semester 25-26 report card.
• Upload a copy of music or script.
• Upload a video of your audition performance.

 

 

All relevant documents must submitted together by Friday, March 15th, 2026 with the scholarship application to be considered complete.

*Scholarships that are awarded may only be used towards billable tuition. Scholarships may not be used for fees or other charges which include but are not limited to hot lunch, athletics or clubs fees and books. Students who receive a scholarship and are later awarded a Wisconsin Parental Choice seat will forfeit their scholarship.  Scholarships are prorated during the the duration of the school year.*

*All scholarship recipients are required to submit an impact statement that reflects on their experiences and the benefits of the scholarship. This statement must be submitted no later than May 1, 2026, as part of the scholarship agreement.*

Choose one of the following audition categories:

 Monologue

• Students should be prepared to demonstrate their skills through a memorized reading or scene.
• Audition should not exceed 4 to 5 minutes.
• Please submit a copy of your monologue with this application.
   

Vocal Music

• Audition should not exceed 4 to 5 minutes.
• Students are encouraged to perform repertoire from the current Wisconsin School Music Association(WSMA) contest list in any class or perform a song choice from a musical.
• Please submit a copy of your vocal music with this application.
   

Musical Theater 

• Audition should not exceed 4 to 5 minutes.
• Your performance will include more liberal vocal interpretation, adoption of a “character” and body movement.
• Please submit a copy of your theater selection with this application.

Instrument (keyboard, wind, percussion, strings)

• Audition should not exceed 4 to 5 minutes.
• Students are encouraged to perform repertoire from the current Wisconsin School Music Association(WSMA) contest list.
• Please submit a copy of your vocal music with this application.

 

I hereby certify that all information are correct and to the best of my knowledge. I will also submit all the documents that will be asked from me for the application purposes.