Independent School District (HISD). Eligibility Requirements. 1. A minimum GPA of 3.25 is required. 2. Attend the Worthi
Evan E. Worthing Scholarship Overview This year, the Evan E. Worthing Scholarship Program (through Bank of America) is committed to providing four year scholarships of $2,000 per year to fifteen (15) graduating seniors within the Houston Independent School District (HISD).
Eligibility Requirements 1. A minimum GPA of 3.25 is required. 2. Attend the Worthing Scholarship Presentation and Reception June 2, 2016 4:00p.m. p.m.‐ May 31, 2017from at 2:00 at 6:00 Young Branch Libraryto (5107 Griggs Rd. Houston, TX 77021) in Conference Room for Dr. Teddy McDavid. p.m. (location be announced). 3. Complete all requirements for graduation by May 26, 25, 2016. 2017. 4. Attendance at the Worthing Scholarship Summer Institute June 2016 is required. The June 6‐10, 5‐ 9, 2017 Summer Institute will be held at DeBakey High School from 8:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. and will cover information and skills needed to help students make the successful transition from high school college level. to university level. 5. Failure to enroll into an accredited college or university by Fall 2016 2017 will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.
Application Instructions Students should complete the application electronically using the fillable PDF in Naviance, print it, attach all required documents, and submit to their Counselor or Principal before the required deadline. No handwritten applications will be accepted.
Friday, May 12, 18, 2017 Deadline ‐ 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 2016 The completed applications with all required documents must be delivered by a high school official to DeBakey High School no later than 4:00 p.m. on Monday, April 2016. Applications will not Friday, May 12,18, 2017. Applications will not bebe accepted after this designated date.
Required documents to be submitted with application 1. An essay of no more than 100 words describing how this scholarship would provide an educational opportunity for you. 2. A letter of acceptance from the accredited college or university to which you are expected to attend. 3. A letter of recommendation from a school official who can indicate substantial knowledge of your character, activities, and commitment to pursue higher education. 4. An official high school transcript including score report for either SAT or ACT with official school seal in a sealed envelope. 5. A clear portrait style photo for identification and media purposes. Scholarship recipients will be notified by May 6, 25,2016. 2017.
Evan E. Worthing Scholarship Application (Evan E. Worthing Scholarship Program – Bank of America)
Personal Information Student Applicant: Last
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Home Address: City
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Date of Birth: Male
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Social Security Number: Telephone Numbers: Mobile
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Parents/Legal Guardian Name: Last
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Number of siblings in college/university: 0 Number of siblings living at home: 0 Are either of your parents/guardians employed by Bank of America?
Academic Information Name of High School currently enrolled: Overall Grade Point Average (G.P.A. on a 4.0 scale): Class Rank: Class Size:
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SAT score: ACT score: Have you applied for admission to a college or university? YES
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Have you been accepted to a college or university?
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Name of college or university you expect to attend: Major Field of interest: Scholarship/Grants received including amounts: Scholarships/Grants
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School/Community Involvement School Activities‐Extracurricular Activities, Honors, Awards, Offices Held: Activity
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Community Organizations‐Special Recognition or Leadership Position: Organization
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Community Service‐Type of Service and Quantity of Hours Served: Type of Community Service
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Personal Essay (Your personal essay should be no more than 100 words describing how this scholarship would provide an education opportunity for you.)
Certification by Applicant and Authorization for Verification I hereby certify that the statements contained are true, accurate and complete and that I presently meet all eligibility requirements set forth in this application. If selected to receive an Evan E. Worthing Scholarship, I understand that I am expected to meet all the requirements listed in this application and to enroll and attend a college or university beginning Fall, 2017. 2016. I hereby authorize my high school, college or university to release to Evan E. Worthing Scholarship Committee and to Bank of America any information made in this application or future academic records and status. Scholarship applications must be received at DeBakey High School by Friday, Monday, April 2016. May 12,18, 2017. Completed applications with attachments and supporting documents will be submitted to student’s school Counselor/Principal in adequate time to be delivered to DeBakey High School no later than 4:00 Friday, 12, 2017. p.m. on April 18,May 2016. Student Signature:
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Parent/Guardian Signature:
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Scholarship recipients will be notified by May 6, 25,2016. 2017.
