Georgia District Anchor 2015 Anchor Scholarship Requirements

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1 Georgia District Anchor 2015 Anchor Scholarship Requirements Georgia District Anchors will award three $500 scholarships to graduating senior Georgia District Anchors at the Anchor Convention. These scholarships are available to all Georgia District Anchors. Clubs may submit more than one application per club. The Scholarship Committee will review all scholarship applications and the scholarships will be awarded based upon Anchor service, academics, community service and an essay on What Anchor Means to Me. Requirements: 1. Be a graduating senior 2. Currently be a member in good standing in a GA District Anchor Club 3. Have paid Pilot International and Georgia District dues 4. Have a minimum of a 3.0 or B academic average 5. Plan to continue your education at an accredited college or university Complete applications should include: 1. Attached application signed by school counselor or principal and student 2. 1 ½ to 2 page essay on What Anchor Means to Me 3. Official high school transcript with seal or stamp 4. Sealed letters of recommendation from two of the following: teacher, school counselor, clergyman, employer, or a Pilot member or other community leader who has knowledge of your Anchor and community volunteer activities Complete applications must be postmarked no later than February 2, Applications should be mailed to: Mary Turner GA District Anchor Coordinator 417 Elm Street Elberton, GA The Georgia District Anchor Scholarship winners will be announced at the Anchor Convention Awards Banquet at Lake Lanier on Saturday, February 28, 2015.

2 GEORGIA DISTRICT ANCHOR 2015 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Student Information: Name: Mailing Address: Address: Member of the Anchor Club of Date of Birth: Phone Number: Parent s/guardian s Name: What college do you plan to attend? Have you been accepted? Yes No Planned starting date: Anticipated Major or Plan of Study: Education Information: High Schools Attended: High School graduation date: Type of diploma: Current GPA: Counselor s/principal s Signature: Date: Anchor Service: (Offices held, service projects, club participation, etc.)

3 Awards & Honors Received: (Academic & Community) Community, Church, and Civic Activities: Please list any volunteer activities or services. School Extracurricular Activities: (Include offices or leadership positions held) In a 1 ½ to 2 page typed essay, please tell us what Anchor means to you. Essay should be attached to this completed application. Signature of Student: Date: (You may attach additional pages if there is no enough space for you to complete the above questions.) Scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than February 2, 2015 and sent to. Mary Turner GA District Anchor Coordinator 417 Elm Street Elberton, GA 30635

4 GEORGIA DISTRICT ANCHOR 2015 COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD POSTMARK DEADLINE: February 2, 2015 RULES FOR COMPETITION THIS AWARD IS TO RECOGNIZE THE ANCHOR CLUB WITH THE SINGLE BEST SERVICE PROJECT FOR THE TIME PERIOD SPECIFIED IN THE RULES BELOW. 1. To be eligible for competition, the dates to which the entry will apply must meet the following requirement: a. Activities must have been conducted in their entirety during the club period for which the competition is judged. For this year s award, the time period is February 1, 2014 through January 31, b. If a club had a project that only lasted one full school year beginning August 2010 and ending June 2011, they may submit documentation on that project for that school year for this award. 2. The cover sheet will contain the following: a. The Anchor Emblem b. Name of the Anchor Club c. Georgia District Anchor Community Service Award Application (these exact words) d. Period of time covered by the entry (February 1, 2014 January 31, 2015) [or exact school year dates if option 1b is chosen] 3. The first page is the title page and should contain the following: a. Name of the Anchor Club b. Number of club members c. Name and address of the club President d. Name of the sponsoring Pilot Club e. Date of the Anchor Club charter 4. The second page begins the table of contents. Material must be clearly classified to facilitate evaluation. A suggested format is as follows: a. Section 1: Service Story b. Section 2: Newspaper and magazine clippings and substantiating letters c. Section 3: Action photographs with proper identification d. Section 4: Programs, posters, outlines

5 5. The story (Section 1) should show the direct relationship between a determined need and the club s service activity, as well as the planning, promotion, and involvement of club members (and other volunteers) and the execution and demonstrated results. a. The story is limited to three pages and must be submitted, preferably typewritten, on white unlined 8-1/2 x 11 paper. Only one side of each page may be used. b. If an expenditure of funds is necessary for the success of the activity, the necessary fundraising may be considered as part of the activity. However, fundraising itself may not be considered as a service activity. 6. Substantiating materials (Section 2, 3, and 4) need to apply only to the project described in Section 1 (points will be deducted for adding materials not relevant to the project) and shall not exceed 20 pages using one side of each page only. a. All news clippings must be identified by the name and date of the publication in which each item appeared. b. The words Anchor, Anchor Club, Pilot Club and Pilot International should be underlined or highlighted in color in each clipping. c. In compiling publicity received from radio or television announcements or programs, submit as much documentation as you can. (no tapes or videos) 7. Entries should be postmarked by February 2, 2015 to: JoAnn Akers 180 Roswell Farms Ct. Roswell, GA All entries must be sent postage paid. Insured shipping or package tracking is suggested. UPS and Fed-Ex are both accepted at this location. It is your responsibility to make sure that your entry will actually go out by the deadline date. 9. Club entries must be Anchor Clubs in good standing. Both Pilot International and Georgia District dues must be paid. Please provide proof of dues payment (receipt from Pilot International and GA District or statements from both groups will also be accepted).

6 Pilot Club Information Georgia Pilot Foundation, Inc 2015 Anchor Scholarship Application The Georgia Pilot Foundation, Inc will award up to five $1,500 scholarships to graduating seniors who are members of an Anchor Club in the Georgia District of Pilot International. Only one application per Anchor Club will be considered. The sponsoring Pilot Club s Scholarship Committee is responsible for selecting and submitting one entry if there are multiple applicants from an Anchor Club. Before submitting the application, the sponsoring Pilot Club should verify that the Anchor Club has paid their Pilot International and Georgia District Anchor dues, that the applicant is complete and signed by the Pilot Youth Coordinator. Requirements: 1) Be a graduating senior in good standing of a GA District Anchor Club 2) Have a minimum of a 3.0 or B academic average 3) Plan to continue your education at an accredited college or university 4) Have paid all required Pilot International and Georgia District dues 5) Be recommended by your sponsoring Pilot Club or Anchor Advisor The Scholarship Committee consisting of 4 Georgia District Pilots will review all scholarship applications. GPF scholarships will be awarded based upon the following criteria: Anchor participation Academic excellence and achievements Community, civic, church, or school volunteer activities Financial Need Scholarship winners will be announced at the Georgia District Anchor Convention, February 28, 2015 at Lake Lanier Island. Scholarship recipients will be asked to attend the awards luncheon of the Georgia District Pilot Convention in Norcross, GA on April 11, Scholarship monies will be sent directly to the college or university of the student s choice. Any unused funds must be returned to the Georgia Pilot Foundation, Inc The GA District Pilot Club's Scholarship Committee will score all complete applications submitted to GPF. One application per Anchor Club should be submitted to the District GPF Rep postmarked no later than February 2, 2015 to: Georgia Pilot Foundation c/o Nancy Miller 211 Michelle Rd, NW Milledgeville, GA 31061

7 Georgia Pilot Foundation, Inc 2015 Anchor Scholarship Application Anchor Members Information The Georgia Pilot Foundation, Inc will award up to five $1,500 scholarships to graduating seniors who are members of an Anchor Club in the Georgia District of Pilot International. Only one application per Anchor Club will be considered. The sponsoring Pilot Club s Scholarship Committee is responsible for selecting and submitting one entry if there are multiple applicants from an Anchor Club. Before submitting the application, the sponsoring Pilot Club should verify that the Anchor Club has paid their Pilot International and Georgia District Anchor dues, that the applicant is complete and signed by the Pilot Youth Coordinator. Requirements: 1) Be a graduating senior in good standing of a GA District Anchor Club 2) Have a minimum of a 3.0 or B academic average 3) Plan to continue your education at an accredited college or university 4) Have paid all required Pilot International and Georgia District dues 5) Be recommended by your sponsoring Pilot Club or Anchor Advisor Complete application should include: (1) Attached application completed and signed by school counselor or principal, student, and the sponsoring Pilot Club Anchor Coordinator or Anchor Advisor. (2) 1 page essay on your Anchor and other volunteer service (3) Official high school grade transcript (4) 3 Letters of recommendations from the following: One (1) letter from the Anchor advisor or a Pilot Club member who has knowledge of your Anchor participation Two (2) letters from a teacher, school counselor, clergyman, employer, Pilot member or other community leader who has knowledge of your Anchor or other volunteer activities Incomplete applications will not be considered. Scholarship winners will be announced at the Georgia District Anchor Convention, February 28, 2015 at Lake Lanier Island. Scholarship recipients will be asked to attend the awards luncheon of the Georgia District Pilot Convention in Norcross, GA on April 11, Scholarship monies will be sent directly to the college or university of the student s choice. Any unused funds must be returned to the Georgia Pilot Foundation, Inc. Complete applications should be postmarked by February 2, Mail applications to: Anchor Scholarship Committee Pilot Club of

8 Georgia Pilot Foundation, Inc 2015 Anchor Scholarship Application Student Information: Name Mailing Address (Complete Street, City & Zip Code) Date of Birth Parent s Name Cell Phone Number Phone Number Address (That you check information regarding the scholarship is ed to this address.) Member of Anchor Club of What College do you plan to attend? Have you been accepted? Yes No Semester you plan to start Anticipated Major or Plan of Study Career Goals Education Information: High Schools Attended / Dates High School graduation date Type of diploma Current GPA Class Rank out of SAT Scores (Math) (Verbal) (Writing) Total or ACT Scores (Math) (Verbal) (Writing) Total Counselors /Principal s Signature Date Complete scholarship applications must include an official high school grade transcript and be postmarked no later than February 1, Page 1

9 Awards & Honors Received: (Academic & Community) Anchor Participation: (Leadership or Offices Held, Project Participation, Etc) School Extracurricular Activities: (Include Offices or Leadership Positions Held) Community, Church, and Civic Activities: (Please list any volunteer activities or services.) Work Experience: (You may attach no more than 2 typed pages of a student brag sheet or resume listing the above awards and activities in place of this page. If more than 2 pages are submitted the extra pages will be discarded before the application is submitted to the Scholarship Committee.) Page 2

10 Financial Information: Name of Parents or Guardians: Occupation of Father / Guardian: Occupation of Mother / Guardian: Father / Guardian 2014 Earned Income From W-2 and/or 1099 $ Mother / Guardian 2014 Earned Income From W-2 and/or 1099 $ Students 2014 Earned Income From W-2 and/or 1099 $ Tuition and/or Board Expenses Per Semester: Number of dependent children in family: Number in college at same time : Other unusual financial/health circumstances, if any: Type and amount of other scholarships or grants that you have been awarded: Required Essay: (Please attach to application) In a one (1) page typed essay please tell us about your Anchor participation and other volunteer service. Letter of Recommendation: (Please attach to application) One (1) letter of recommendation from a Pilot Club member or the Anchor Advisor who has knowledge of your Anchor participation. Two (2) letters of recommendations from a teacher, school counselor, clergyman, employer, Pilot member or other community leader who has knowledge of your Anchor and/or other volunteer activities. Commitment: I understand if awarded a Georgia Pilot Foundation Scholarship it is my responsibility to return the college information form provided to me at Anchor Convention to the Georgia Pilot Foundation by May 1 st. By submitting this application, I understand that if I withdraw from or fail to attend my college or university, the balance of the scholarship (or all in case of non-attendance) will be returned to the Georgia Pilot Foundation. Signature of Student Date Page 3

11 2015 GPF Scholarship Sponsorship Form (To be Completed by the Sponsoring Pilot Club Anchor Coordinator and/or Anchor Advisor) Student's Name: Sponsored by the Pilot Club of Region: I verify that the above named student is a graduating senior and a member in good standing of the Georgia District Anchor Club of I verify that the Anchor Club of has paid their Georgia District and Pilot International Anchor dues for the year. I verify that the student has attached an official school transcript, one letter of recommendation from the sponsoring Pilot Club Anchor Coordinator and/or School Advisor and two letters of recommendations from a teacher, school counselor, clergyman, employer, Pilot member or other community leader. Pilot Club Anchor Coordinator High School Anchor Advisor: (Please do not sign sponsorship form if you have not verified the above information.) Signature: Printed Name: Pilot Club / Anchor Club of: Phone Contact: (That you check information regarding the scholarship is ed to this address.) Only one application per Anchor Club will be considered by the Georgia Pilot Foundation scholarship committee. The sponsoring Pilot Club is responsible for selecting and submitting one entry if there are multiple applicants from an Anchor Club. By signing the above form, the Pilot Anchor Coordinator and/or Anchor Advisor is verifying that they have checked the attached application and verify that it is complete. Complete scholarship applications must be postmarked no later than February 1, Page 4

12 Information for Nominees for all GA District Anchor Offices Georgia District Anchor Officers consist of the Anchor President, President-Elect, Secretary, Convention Chairperson, and one (1) Chairperson from each region corresponding to the Georgia District Pilot Region (Northwest, Northeast, West Central, East Central, Southwest, and Southeast). Georgia District Anchor Executive Committee consists of the Georgia District Anchor officers, the Georgia District Pilot Anchor Coordinator, and the Assistant Anchor Coordinator. The Georgia District Governor and Governor-Elect shall be ex officio members. Qualifications for District Officers (from GA District Anchor Standing Rules): 1. The District Anchor President-Elect shall become the District Anchor President at the close of the term. (beginning July 1 following election) 2. A nominee for District Anchor President-Elect shall be a member in good standing from the nominating club and have at least two (2) full years of high school remaining. The person elected President-Elect will automatically assume the position of President at the end of the next year s convention. 3. A nominee for District Anchor Secretary shall be a member in good standing from the nominating club and have at least one (1) full year of high school remaining. 4. The Convention Chairperson shall be a member in good standing from the nominating club and have at least one (1) full year of high school remaining. 5. Nominees for District Anchor Regional Chairpersons shall be members in good standing from the nominating clubs and shall be elected for each region by the delegates of the respective regions. 6. Nominations for District Anchor Office must be submitted to the District Pilot Anchor Coordinator forty-five days before the District Anchor Convention and must give qualifications. 7. In the event no nominees are received for a given office, it will be the responsibility of the District Anchor Officers and Anchor Coordinator to secure a nominee for each office. 8. The term of office for President, President-Elect, Secretary, and Convention Chairperson shall be one (1) year. 9. Regional Chairpersons may serve no more than two (2) years. 10. A specified time and place shall be arranged for each nominee to be presented to the convention body. 11. Convention badges will denote nominees for District Office. 12. Nominees for any District office must be present at the Anchor convention at which they are elected to District office.

13 Responsibilities of District Officers: 1. The President presides at all district meetings including the District Anchor convention meeting. It is the President s responsibility to work closely with the District Anchor Coordinator in preparing the district newsletter to be published quarterly. 2. The President-Elect serves in the absence of the President. In the event the office of the President becomes vacant, the President-Elect automatically becomes President. The President-Elect will assist with planning and provide decorations for the banquet at which she/he is installed as President. 3. The Secretary is responsible for taking minutes at all district meetings. Minutes should be sent to the District Anchor Coordinator for approval and then distributed to all Executive Board members within 30 days of all meetings. It is the Secretary s responsibility to take roll and give the attendance report during the business session at District Convention. 4. The Convention Chair is responsible for working closely with the District Anchor Coordinator to prepare the convention program. It is the responsibility of the Convention Chair to open convention and make all announcements from the podium. 5. The Region Chairs are responsible for making contact with the Anchor Clubs in their region and acquiring club information to submit to the District Anchor Coordinator for the district newsletter, Anchor s Aweigh. The Region Chairs should be willing to volunteer for parts of the program during convention. 6. It will be the responsibility of all officers to contribute articles to the District Anchor Newsletter, Anchors Aweigh. 7. The in-coming District Anchor Executive Committee will attend a meeting at the close of each District Convention at the convention site. 8. Officers shall attend a meeting during the summer or early fall to review district business and make plans for the annual District Anchor Convention, preferably at the convention site. 9. The planning of District Convention is the responsibility of all District Officers. The Anchor District Officers serve in the place of the host club. Each officer will be responsibility for volunteering for the various jobs and task concerning convention selection of speakers, acquiring presenters for workshops, preparing parts in the program, T-shirt design, set-up and clean-up of activities, acquiring decorations, signs, etc. The officers should coordinate with their individual Anchor Club Advisors which task her/his club is willing to assume. 10. Officers will attend a meeting of the District Anchor Executive Committee on Friday evening prior to the District Anchor Convention at the convention site. 11. Term of office for each District Officer shall be one year beginning July 1 following District Convention and ending June 30 of the following year. 12. If any officer becomes disabled and/or mentally unable to perform the duties of the office, and such incapacity continues for a period of three (3) successive months, or if the officer is absent from any two (2) meetings of the Executive Committee, the officer automatically forfeits the office. 13. If there is no nominee for a given district office, it will be the responsibility of the District Anchor Coordinator to fill the position with an appointment. If a vacancy occurs in any office, other than President, then it shall be the duty of the Anchor Coordinator to fill such vacancy for the unexpired term by appointment.

14 GEORGIA DISTRICT ANCHOR DISTRICT OFFICER NOMINATION FORM Please use this form to submit nominees for Anchor District Offices of President-Elect Secretary Convention Chair Region Chairperson (one each from Northwest, Northeast, West Central, East Central, Southwest and Southeast Regions - See the attached chart for the location of your club). Send the completed form by February 2, 2015, to Mary Turner GA District Anchor Coordinator 417 Elm Street Elberton, GA or to turnerma@elberton.net Qualifications and duties of District officers are on the back of this form. Please type or print. Nomination for the Office of Nominee: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: / 2015 School Year: (circle one) Junior Sophomore Attach a brief description of Candidate & His/Her Qualifications. Each nominee will be expected to present a brief statement of individual qualifications to the convention body during the opening session of the Convention on Saturday. No overt campaigning is permitted. In signing this nomination form, the nominee, the faculty advisor and sponsoring Pilot Club representative acknowledge awareness that all nominees for District officers must attend District Convention. If elected, District Officers must attend the required planning meetings and be able to attend District Convention the year for which they are elected to serve. Signature of Nominee Anchor Club of School Address: A ch Adv s s g atu Pilot President or Anchor Coordinator Signature Pilot Club of