GBSI 2024

Atlanta Alumni Association of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma Golden Baton Scholarship Initiative Scholarship Application

Application Deadline - December 31, 2024, 11:59 PM ET
Read and follow the instructions carefully before submitting your application. All required documents must be submitted with the application.

To apply, the applicant must meet the following requirements:
- Be a current high school Junior
- Be an active participant in a high school band program
- Have Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.8 or higher
- Possess above-average leadership and musicianship
- Plan to participate in a collegiate band program upon graduation
- Be prepared to participate fully in the GBSI workshops, activities, and mentorship
I. Personal Data:

Tell us about yourself
All items listed in this section are required. Failure to submit the correct documents or answer the related questions will invalidate your application.

Items required for submission:
- Headshot and brief biography for publication (max 50 words)
- Description of leadership skills and experiences and how they have helped you as a student
- Explanation of how involvement in band has impacted your life
- Explanation of why you should be selected to participate in this selective program
- Letter of Recommendation from the Director of Bands, Assistant Director, or Auxilary Coordinator
- Letter of Recommendation from a Teacher, Counselor, Community/Religious Leader, Mentor, or other adult who can speak to your leadership and/or musicianship (cannot be a family member)
- Official School Transcript or Current Report Card with GPA (must be on school letterhead)
- Parent Permission Form (this form will be sent to your parents after your application is reviewed)
Read and Understand the instructions.*

Yes, I have
All correspondence and award agreements will be generated from the personal information submitted below. Please use proper spelling, capitalization and punctuation.
Student Full Name*

First NameLast NameSuffix
Student Mobile No. :*

Area CodePhone Number
Student Personal E-mail :*
Where the confirmation will be send to
Home Address :*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
School District:*
Full Legal District Name
High School:*
Full Legal School Name
Classification*
Cumulative GPA*
Principal Instrument*
Principal Instrument*
Band Accomplishments/Leadership*
Honors, Awards, Positions, Offices
List the top three colleges/universities are you interested in attending.*
List your career interest and/or intended major.*
Do you intend on participating in a collegiate band program?

YesNo
II. Biography and Headshot

Please introduce yourself, provide background on your position(s) within the band, future goals, and other relevant information about you and attach a headshot.
Bio:*

Max 50 words0/75
Photo:*

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III. Essays

Please write essays to share the following: description of leadership skills and experience, explanation of the impact band has had on your life, and an explanation of why you should be selected to participate in this selective program.
Write an essay describing your leadership skills and experiences and explain how they have helped you as a student. Your essay should be 100-300 words.
Leadership Skills and Experience Essay:*

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Write an essay explaining the impact band has had on your life. Your essay should be 100-300 words.
Impact of Band Essay:*

0/500
Write an essay explaining why you should be selected to participate in this selective program. Your essay should be 100-300 words.
Selected to Participate Essay:*

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IV. Supporting Documents

All supporting documents must be submitted with the application on official school letterhead.
Official Transcript or Report Card*

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Director of Bands Letter of Recommendation*

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Additional Letter of Recommendation*

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V. Parent Information

Please provide accurate parent contact information. This information will be used to send the Parent Permission Form once your application is reviewed. Please ensure you have parent permission prior to completing this application, as your application will be considered incomplete until the Parent Permission Form is received. The Parent Permission Form must be received by the application deadline.
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast NameSuffix
Parent/Guardian Personal Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Mobile No.*

Area CodePhone Number
VI. Applicant's Signature
By signing in the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct and that you are the person completing this application. When you press the submit button, you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. Please print the application for your records and retain it as verification of your application. If selected, participation in the GBSI workshops, activities, and mentorship is required to receive the scholarship.
Signature

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AAA of KKPsi & TBSigma does not discriminate against any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected class.
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Atlanta Alumni Association of Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma Golden Baton Scholarship Initiative Scholarship Application

I. Personal Data:

II. Biography and Headshot

III. Essays

IV. Supporting Documents

V. Parent Information

VI. Applicant's Signature