Milton High School Athletic Booster Club Scholarship Program

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1 Milton High School Athletic Booster Club Scholarship Program The Milton High School Athletic Booster Club awards a limited number of scholarships to Senior Varsity Athletes, including Cheerleaders and Team Managers, who have contributed in a positive manner to the MHS Athletics and the school. These scholarships are one time grants, designated to assist student athletes pursuing further education. The scholarships are intended to recognize a range of outstanding graduating athletes/students of Milton High School. Available Scholarships: Most Accomplished Outstanding Athletes: 4 Male/4 Female; $500 each A point system will be used to score each applicant; a score of 1 will be counted for each accomplishment. Student athletes with the highest scores will be awarded scholarships, without any league violations. Athletic Achievement Award- 1 fall, 1 winter, 1 spring; $500 each Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of their athletic success, dedication, sportsmanship, and leadership, as well as academic achievement and character. A point system will be used to determine achievement level. One letter of recommendation demonstrating your dedication, sportsmanship and leadership is required as part of the selection process (Head Coach or position coach). Student must have a minimum GPA of 3.0, and no league violations. Impact Award- 3 Female/ 3 Male; $400 each Any student/athlete participating in any sport while at MHS, with a 2.0 GPA. This Athlete by their hard work, dedication, undaunted determination, no matter from the field, bench or bleachers, it s typically an example of the Athletic community the MHS Boosters likes to see make an impact. It is not always about the most gifted athlete or scholar. The individual s association can be through direct or indirect participation. Evaluation will be on the level of participation in each activity. (Only 1 award per applicant)

2 To be considered for a scholarship, student athletes must meet the minimum requirements: Athletic Participation Applicant must be a 12th grade student in good standing at Milton High School who has participated on at least one varsity athletic team during the last two years of attending MHS. Booster Club Membership The student s parent/guardian must be a current member of the Milton High School Athletic Booster Club. Academic Achievement The student athlete must have a minimum cumulative unweighted high school grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale for both the Most Accomplished Athlete and the Impact Award, and a GPA of 3.0 or higher for the Athletic Achievement Award. Post-Secondary Education The applicant must be accepted by a post-secondary institution. Post-secondary institutions include, but are not limited to, colleges, universities, and technical and vocational schools. Application Form Students must complete and submit the application in a sealed envelope addressed to Booster Scholarship and deliver it to Mrs. Colleary in the MHS Guidance office by Friday, April 26th. Selection Criteria Scholarships are given on the basis of merit. Each scholarship has its own criteria listed below. Financial need is not a factor or consideration in applying for this scholarship. Selection Committee No identifying information will be given to the selection committee. Parents of the applicant(s) may not serve on the selection committee. Milton High School Athletic Booster Club Mission Statement The Milton High School Athletic Boosters Club is a charitable, non-profit organization made up of an action-oriented group of parents, volunteers and administrators. Through dedication and teamwork we support the enhancement of the athletic experience of Milton High athletes, their teams, and their fans through the promotion of athletics, school spirit, successful studentathletes, and community awareness of their athletic & academic achievements. The Booster Club recognizes that participation in High School athletics benefits everyone, and the Booster Club promotes opportunity to build and strengthen relationships among all involved; the student body, MHS staff and administration, parents and community.

3 MHS BOOSTER SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION A. Personal Information This data is required for administrative purposes only. All information is confidential. Please provide a home address and, if possible, an address through which we can contact you after graduation. is not required to apply. Full Name: Current Mailing Address Home telephone: Address: Mother s Name Phone Number Father s Name Phone Number Statement of Understanding I certify that information contained in this application is correct. I understand that falsifying information will cause this application to be ineligible for selection. Scholarship awardees will be notified at the Sports Awards Ceremony in May. I also understand that all scholarship money can be disbursed to the institution s registrar after enrollment in a post-secondary institution has been established, if so desired. I further understand that if I withdraw from school, I forfeit my scholarship committee funds. My parent or legal guardian and I have read this application and agree that all information is correct. My parent or legal guardian and I certify that the essay I have submitted is my original work. Applicant Signature Date Parent or Guardian Signature Date (Both signatures are required) Any questions regarding the application process may be directed to: Scholarship Chairperson Donna Carrera edesj@comcast.net Application Checklist: Complete the Application with Personal Information Complete the Scholarship form Sign the Statement of Understanding with Applicant and Parent s Signatures If applying for the Athlete Achievement Award, include Letter of Recommendation Mark your calendar to turn in sealed, completed forms by Friday, April 26th. Scholarship Chairperson Only

4 MILTON HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP LIST BY YEAR THE SPORTS PLAYED AT MHS: ENCODED STUDENT # FRESHMAN: SOPHMORE: JUNIOR: SENIOR: LIST, BY SPORT, THE NUMBER OF VARSITY LETTERS YOU HAVE RECEIVED AT MHS (EXAMPLE: FIELD HOCKEY 2 VARSITY; BASKETBALL 3 VARSITY) SPORTS PARTICIPATION: Describe your participation in school athletics at MHS and any special recognition or awards you received during that participation. For example caption or co-caption status, league MVP; Globe, Ledger, Herald All Scholastic Award. NON-SPORT SCHOOL PARTICIPATION: Describe your participation in any MHS activities other than athletics: Write a brief statement on how the Boosters can get the students more involved. _ If you would like to be considered for the Athletic Achievement Award ($500), please have a coach, teacher or community leader complete the following letter of recommendation. G.P.A.

5 Dear Coach, Teacher, or Community Leader, LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION The MHS Athletic Boosters are presenting three Athletic Achievement awards ($500 each) to graduating scholar-athletes at Milton High School. Letters of recommendation are an important part of the application for the Athletic Achievement Award. The student listed below has requested that you provide a letter of recommendation. In the space below (or on a separate sheet), please describe the nature of your association with this student, and please comment on how the student has demonstrated the qualities of the award, such as their success, determination, teamwork, leadership, sportsmanship, respect and commitment. The completed letter should be returned to the student in a sealed envelope. The student will then submit the letter along with a completed application form by April 26, Thank you for your help in identifying outstanding scholar-athletes at Milton High School. Sincerely, Milton High Athletic Boosters NAME OF STUDENT-ATHLETE