Paul G. Ward Jr. Memorial Scholarship Application

Paul G. Ward, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Application
SCHOLARSHIP:
- One (1) Scholarship to be awarded each year. $500 given per year (renewable for an additional 3 years totaling $2,000)
- Selection Committee: Members of the Paul G. Ward, Jr. family and Bedford City Schools Foundation Scholarship Committee
CRITERIA:
- Background: 1) Graduating Bedford High School Student 2) Desired: Student of Carylwood Intermediate School and/or attending the University of Cincinnati, 3) Participant in an extracurricularactivity while at Bedford High School.
- Demographic: At Risk (Foster Care, Low Income, Single Parent, etc.)
- Personal Qualities: Well-rounded student who demonstrates Leadership and Perseverance
- Academic: 1) Enrollment at an accredited 2–4-year College or University, 2) Desired: Interest inEducation or Psychology Major
Scholarship monies will be awarded to the winner at the Scholarship Breakfast in May.

Scholarship recipients may re-apply at the end of each school year. Awards will be made based upon the discretion of the Foundation.

In order to be considered for the Scholarship the Applicant MUST:
1. Complete all sections of the Application (including writing and uploading a 1 page essay)
2. Have their counselor complete the Counselor Recommendation Form on their behalf
3. Have a staff member other than their counselor complete the Faculty Recommendation Form on their behalf
Applicant Information:
Name*

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Address*

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Phone Number*
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Birthdate*

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Expected College Major*
Type a question*
College or University you are planning to attend*
Essay
Write and attach a detailed one-page essay explaining how you possess each of the following qualities as demonstrated over the four years of your high school career. Include examples of your activities. Do not use your name.

QUALITIES:

1. School & Community Service (i.e., Member of Band, Athlete, Volunteer, Hunger Program, etc.)

2. Initiative/Hard Work (i.e., projects completed, overcoming adversity, vocational program, etc.)

3. Ability to succeed in College or Post High School Educational Program
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Briefly describe any family circumstances affecting financial need that the scholarship selection committee should consider (If left blank, committee assumes NO financial need exists).*
If awarded this scholarship, do you give permission to have information about your current plans and current and future success accomplishments posted to the Bedford City Schools Foundation web site?*

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Paul G. Ward, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Application

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