Criteria:
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The student has attended Mariner, Kamiak or Aces for at least 2 years.
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Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better official transcript enclosed with
application (see school registar for official transcript)
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Has faced challenges and worked hard with dedication and a positive attitude, to overcome them; e.g. academic, social, family, or language.
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Has participated in extracurricular school life; e.g. sports, clubs, yearbook, band or work.
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Has demonstrated a positive and kind attitude.
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Will attend full time a community college, tech school or university in the fall of their graduating year.
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Provide one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, coach, or employer (not related) with contact information.
Essay Topic:
Describe in detail a challenge you have faced and overcame. Explain how you grew from this experience.
Details for Essay:
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Essay not to exceed 750 words
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Typed, size 12 font Times New Roman, double spaced
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Your Name and School name on the right hand corner
Include the following with application package:
• Essay
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Official Transcript
• One Letter of recommendation
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List of honors and awards, leadership, organization or activity with the year and brief description. Or other school extra-curricular, community activities or Work experience that may apply.
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