Editor’s note: Here’s a press release from the Amity Club of Mount Gilead:
The Amity Club of Mount Gilead is a local civic group that awards college scholarships totaling $1,000 to graduating seniors. The scholarships must be used at accredited colleges. The scholarships will be presented at Awards Day and will be based on academic excellence, contribution to the community and financial need.The award decisions will be made by the Amity Club Scholarship Committee. Applicants must live in the Mount Gilead Elementary School District.
Required items:
■ Amity Club scholarship application
■ List of extracurricular activities; on a single, separate page, please provide a typed list of your extracurricular activities during your high school career (clubs, sports, volunteer work, youth groups, hobbies, jobs, internships, etc.) including the depth of involvement and the years you participated. Also list awards or recognitions you have received. Please put your name in the upper right hand corner.
■ Current or most recent transcript Including test scores (SAT, ACT, AP)
■ Two letters of recommendation (in sealed envelopes); include one from a teacher and one from a guidance counselor, coach, pastor, supervisor or other qualified individual.
Deadline: Return the completed scholarship package to your guidance office by
Friday, April 12, 2019.
*Any questions about the scholarship should be sent to Millie Bruton at millie_bruton@ncsu.edu
Amity Club of Mount Gilead
Scholarship Application
Name__________________________________________________
Last First Middle
Mailing Address__________________________________________
Physical Address_________________________________________
Parents Names___________________________________________
Home Telephone__________________Date of Birth_____________
Name of High School Attending______________________________
Weighted GPA:_________Class Rank:______of______total students
SAT Scores: V_____ M_____ W_____ Combined_______________
Do you live in the Mt. Gilead School District? ____yes ____no
College you plan to attend this fall ___________________________
Intended major __________________________________________
List the scholarships you have been awarded and their value ___________________________________________________
Have you been approved for financial assistance? ___yes ___no
___did not apply for financial assistance
I certify that the information provided in this application packet is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that incomplete applications will not be considered.
______________________________________ _____________
Student Signature Date
______________________________________ _____________
Signature of Parent or Guardian Date