Clone of 2026 CISDEF Scholarship Application

Cuero ISD Education Foundation Vocational/Technical Scholarship Application

for Class of 2026 CHS Graduating Seniors
Before you start filling out the Cuero ISD Education Foundation Scholarship application, make sure you have all your documents ready.
Contact and Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
Alternate Phone Number*
E-mail*

Confirmation EmailEnter E-mail Here
Mailing Address*

Street Address

Apt/Unit #

CityState

Zip Code
Please submit a recent headshot photo of yourself for potential publication if chosen as a Cuero ISD Education Foundation scholarship recipient. Please refrain from submitting "selfies." While professional photography is not a requirement, the photo should exhibit a professional appearance.*

By submitting the requested image, you agree to allow the CISDEF to use the image for publication and marketing if you are selected as a Cuero ISD Education Foundation scholarship recipient.
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What career or technical education field are you pursuing?*
Which Community, Junior College, or Technical School are you planning on attending?*
Please specify the Vocational or Technical Degree, Certificate, or License you are working toward?*
What it the length of the program you are pursuing?*

Submission of Documents
As part of the application process you must provide a copy of your resume that includes the following (in the following order):
- A list of the odd jobs, summer jobs, part-time jobs, full-time jobs, and/or internships you have held during your high school career. Please include your employer’s name as well as the approximate dates of your employment and hours worked per week.
Upload your resume as a PDF, black font on white background only.*

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Please upload a short essay (300 words or less) that explains why you want to follow a vocational or technical career, sharing what you did during high school that helped you choose this path. You can talk about classes, hands-on projects, internships, or anything else that helped you build skills or learn more about the job you want to do.*

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Time Commitments Outside of School -Make a list of how you spend your time outside of school. Include anything that applies to you, such as:
- Community Service – Helping with nonprofits, local organizations, or community projects
- Volunteer Work – School clubs, religious groups, or other unpaid activities
- Work Hours – Part-time or full-time jobs, internships
- Family Responsibilities – Helping care for family members or managing household tasks
Include how many hours per week you spend on each activity and how long you’ve been doing it.
Please upload your list.*

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Attach a short essay (300 words or fewer) describing any personal circumstances during high school that impacted your academics, activities, employment, or family finances (e.g., illness, job loss, siblings in college).

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Official Transcripts
REMINDER: Request an OFFICIAL transcript be sent from the Cuero High School to the Cuero ISD Education Foundation at the email info@cueroedfoundation.org by the scholarship deadline.
Student Evaluation Forms
REMINDER: Student Evaluation Forms

You will need to submit a Student Evaluation form to the following:
- One (1) Vocational OR One (1) Career Teacher
- One (1) Government teacher OR
- One (1) English IV Teacher
It will be YOUR responsibility to ask teachers to submit the completed forms to the Cuero ISD Education Foundation at info@cueroedfoundation.org by the scholarship application deadline.

Click HERE to print out a Student Evaluation Form to give to your teacher(s).
Letters of Recommendation
REMINDER: Letters of Recommendation

Letters must be submitted from one (1) clergy, recent employer, community leader and one (1) Cuero High School Vocational/Technical/Career teacher.

Lettters must be dated, signed and on letterhead of the person submitting them on your behalf.

Letters are to be emailed by the person submitting them to the Cuero ISD Education Foundation at info@cueroedfoundation.org by the scholarship deadline.

The Letter of Recommendation template for scholarship applicants is linked HERE.

Applicant's Statement
You must affirm the following statements to submit your application.*

I affirm that throughout my high school career, I have never been placed on probation or subjected to any disciplinary action.I affirm that the information furnished in this application is, to the best of my knowledge, accurate and truthful. I am aware that the Cuero ISD Education Foundation reserves the right to verify this application at its discretion.
Student Signature*

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Cuero ISD Education Foundation Vocational/Technical Scholarship Application

Contact and Personal Information

Submission of Documents

Official Transcripts

Student Evaluation Forms

Letters of Recommendation

Applicant's Statement