SCHOLARSHIPS

SCHOLARSHIP MATERIALS for 2009

Application Deadline for all KAEOPP Scholarships is Friday, March 6, 2009

2008 Scholarships

KAEOPP Scholarships

2007 Scholarships

KAEOPP Scholarships

2006 Scholarships

KAEOPP Scholarships

SAEOPP State Scholarship

The 2005 Scholarship Recipients

The 2004 SAEOPP (KAEOPP) Scholarship Recipients

The 2003 SAEOPP (KAEOPP) Scholarship Recipients

The 2002 KAEOPP Scholarship Recipients

PERSONAL ESSAY
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
SCHOLARSHIP
ACTIVITIES
HONORS AND AWARDS

1. PERSONAL ESSAY
A personal essay (no longer than 2 pages) from the applicant, to be self-titled, based on participation in a TRIO program (ETS, SSS, or UB) and how that program has helped the applicant.

2. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION/NOMINATION
A. A letter of recommendation from the student’s high school guidance counselor or college advisor/counselor focusing on the student’s character, motivation, etc.

B. A letter of recommendation of the student’s choice, i.e., teacher, employer, clergy, etc.  (SSS students may get a letter from a former high school guidance counselor and one from a current university faculty member or get two letters form current faculty/professional staff.)

C. A letter of nomination from a 2006-07 dues paying KAEOPP member.

3. SCHOLARSHIP
Appropriate academic records should be submitted with the application, i.e., high school or college transcript(s), ACT/SAT scores, overall GPA, etc.

4. ACTIVITIES
A list of all relevant activities in which the individual has participated.  Examples: clubs or other organization; offices held in clubs, community organization, or school; band, choir, or performing arts activities; church, civic, or other community related work; or any other activities that the applicant feels are relevant.

5. HONORS AND AWARDS
A list of national, regional, or local awards/recognition that reflect favorably upon the individual.

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Applicants for the Adult Learner’s Scholarship must be at least 21 years of age and have been outside the formal education system for four or more years before re-entering. Applicants must include proof of high school graduation (official high school transcript, or GED certificate).

Prior to October 1, scholarship recipients must provide the KAEOPP treasurer (via their nominating member) with proof of enrollment in a postsecondary program involving at least 1,000 clock hours, or 60 semester credit hours of study.  This program should lead to professional/occupational certification (or its equivalent), or lead to a recognized college degree.

PERSONAL ESSAY
HOW TRIO HAS HELPED YOUR PROGRESS
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
ACTIVITIES

1. PERSONAL ESSAY
A personal essay (no longer than 2 pages) from the applicant on the following “Discuss your reasons for re-entering school and what you hope to achieve.”

2. HOW TRIO HAS HELPED YOUR PROGRESS
Applicant is to write briefly on the following: “How has your TRIO program (EOC, ETS, SSS, or VUB) supported your progress?”

3. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION/NOMINATION
A. Applicant must provide letters of reference from two sources not related to the applicant.  These may be school personnel, employers, clergy, community leaders, acquaintances, etc.
B. A letter of nomination from a 2006-07 dues paying KAEOPP member.

4. ACTIVITIES
Applicant is to provide a list of significant life/work experiences.  These may include such things as family, school, church, community, work, volunteer, self-initiated human service, or any other activities that the applicant feels are relevant. Include any local, regional, or national awards/recognition that reflect favorably on the applicant.

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LEADERSHIP/INVOLVEMENT/SERVICE
PERSONAL ESSAY
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
SCHOLARSHIP
HONORS AND AWARDS

1. LEADERSHIP/INVOLVEMENT/SERVICE
Examples of such activities may include:
Member or captain of varsity athletic team
Cheerleader
School committee member
Office holder in an organization
Member of intramural team
Editor of school newspaper/yearbook
Performing arts, band, choir, orchestra, etc.
Voluntary public service, i.e., Special Olympics, Big Brother/Sisters, tutoring

2. PERSONAL ESSAY
A personal essay (no longer than 2 pages) from the applicant on the following theme: “Why Be A Leader?”  Highlight what you have learned from leading an active/involved life, the benefits of being a participant rather than a spectator, and how you might get others to become “leaders”.

3. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION/NOMINATION
A. A letter of recommendation from the student’s high school guidance counselor or college advisor/counselor focusing on the student’s character, motivation, etc.
B. A letter of recommendation of the student’s choice, i.e., teacher, employer, clergy, etc.
C. A letter of nomination from a 2006-07 dues paying KAEOPP member.

4. SCHOLARSHIP
Appropriate academic records should be submitted with the application, i.e., high school or college transcript(s), ACT/SAT scores, overall GPA, etc.

5. HONORS AND AWARDS
A list of national, regional, or local awards/recognition that reflect favorably upon the individual.

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In addition to the five requirements outlined in the enclosed scholarship criteria, be mindful of the following:

1. A scholarship nomination will only be entertained by the committee if the nominator has paid KAEOPP dues for the current year.

2. Each institution may submit only one scholarship application per project (EOC, ETS, SSS, UB, VUB).  Programs may elect to conduct internal competitions to determine their best applicant for each scholarship, then forward that application to the Awards and Recognition Committee.

3. A scholarship applicant must have a demonstrated financial need. Within the text of your nominating letter, please elaborate on how the scholarship will make a financial difference.

4. The student must be admitted to, or currently enrolled in an institution of high learning with plans to attend the fall 2007 term. NOTE: A student need not be attending or planning to attend the nominating KAEOPP member’s host institution.

5. Winning students must provide the KAEOPP treasurer with proof of registration for the fall 2007 term no later than October 1 in order to receive the scholarship checks.

6. A completed scholarship application is the responsibility of the nominating KAEOPP member, not the Awards and Recognition Committee. All materials should be collected by you and sent, at one time, to us.

7. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.

8. Winners will be announced at the KAEOPP Spring Meeting.

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Last Updated 02-09-2009