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Welcome to Scholarship Night at Dover Bay
Welcome to Scholarship Night at Dover Bay
Student Objective: to be rewarded for effort & achievement - and avoid student loans…
Student Objective: to be rewarded for effort & achievement - and avoid student loans…
Agenda
7:00-7:30 Introductions-Scholarship Resume
building -Application writing
7:30-8:00 Break into grade 11 & 12 groups
8:00-8:30 Open house in Careers Centre
Agenda
7:00-7:30 Introductions-Scholarship Resume
building -Application writing
7:30-8:00 Break into grade 11 & 12 groups
8:00-8:30 Open house in Careers Centre
Building a strong Scholarship Resume
Building a strong Scholarship Resume
SCHOLARSHIP RESUME – a listing of accomplishments and attributes Please refer to hand-out Organizes in one place the most
common information requested by scholarship committees
Makes it much easier to fill in applications quickly and accurately by cutting and pasting on your computer
Makes you aware of areas you may be weak in so you can work on them
All positive - great for self-esteem, too!
SCHOLARSHIP RESUME – Building Evidence that you’re worthy… Academics – most require strong academic
marks, so you want a high GPA. Athletics – part of well-roundedness, plus
athletic scholarships are available Fine and Performing Arts – Often asked for
on applications Extra-curricular Involvement and
Citizenship in the community can set you apart Participant/Volunteer –> Leader –>
Initiator
SCHOLARSHIP RESUME – Evidence of character…
Conferences and Enrichment Activities
Work ExperienceCareer PlansSkills and CompetenciesInterestsPersonal Characteristics
Preparing a strong Scholarship application
Preparing a strong Scholarship application
STUDENTS MUST FIND AWARDS AND APPLY FOR THEM! The Careers Centre actively looks for
scholarships and posts them Students need to stop in weekly to see
which scholarships have coming due dates and whether they should apply
Many awards have forms that must be downloaded or filled in on-line
Filling in applications is time consuming
References are very important
Examples from UBC of strong and weak writing and formatting The next slides are taken from a
longer presentation given to district teachers in November by UBC.
They give some insight into how
major scholarship applications are judged.
Major Entrance Scholarships 101
How Can My Application Captivate the Committee’s
Attention?
Major Entrance Scholarship Who to Nominate An outstanding academic student Shows ability to lead in at least one of
the following:• Artistic endeavours• Original intellectual pursuits• Community service• Athletics• School activities
No more than 2% of graduating class (i.e. 6 students at Dover)
Major Entrance Scholarship The Nomination Form
Main components:• Principal/Counsellor Nomination• Statement of Grades• Teacher References (2 teachers)• Nominee Biographical information• Nominee Essay• Nominee Statement of activities
Major Entrance Scholarship Teacher Reference Letters
The extent to which the Nominee is genuinely interested in academic work and makes use of his/her potential
The extent to which the Nominee has to be encouraged
The Nominee’s demonstrated ability to lead in areas listed in criteria
Major Entrance Scholarship Personal Essay Easy to read:
• no more than 500 words• single-sided (8.5” x 11”) pages• font size of at least 12
Grammar and structure are important Not just a list of accomplishments Original but appropriate:
• Essay stands out (different structure, topic)• Addresses the question
Major Entrance Scholarship Personal Essay
“Tell us who you are by writing an essay in which you indicate your single most important activity or accomplishment to date and how you believe you will make a difference in your years ahead at UBC and in the future.”
Major Entrance Scholarship Personal Essay
Example 1…first paragraph:
Personable but not relevant
Went over word limit (only some sections shown here)
And the next paragraph…
Major Entrance Scholarship Personal EssayExample 1…
second paragraph: Academic history – off
topic or link to topic not clear
List of activities (same as statement of activities)
Student not addressing the essay question
Is this a Major Entrance Scholar?
Major Entrance Scholarship Personal EssayExample 2… Addresses the question
of one single most important activity or accomplishment and its origin
Answers the question of what the student will offer in the future and at UBC
Clearly written and clever: ex. “contagious enthusiasm”
Is this a Major Entrance Scholar?
Major Entrance Scholarship Personal EssayExample 3… Addresses the question of
one single most important activity/accomplishment and its impact
Answers the question of what the student will offer in the future and at UBC
Topic that shows both student’s passion and meaningful involvement
Organized and well-written Is this a Major Entrance
Scholar?
Statement of Activities Committee looks at:
• Length of involvement in activity• Extent of involvement (ex. member vs. organizer)• Initiated program, activity, etc.• Diversity of activities• Motivation (activities in school and community
not for credit)• Shows talents (musical, athletic etc) as well as
interests
Format outlined on application
Statement of ActivitiesExample 1: Does not indicate
description of involvement
Not esthetic on the page (message = not much care put into application)
Areas of interest unclear
Adjudicator may wonder how many were initiated by student and how many required
Is this a Major Entrance Scholar?
Statement of ActivitiesExample 2: Better indication of
involvement Format request not
respected (dates especially unclear)
Not esthetic on the page List of entrance
scholarship offers from other institutions…is this student serious about UBC? Student does not indicate context
Is this a Major Entrance Scholar?
Major Entrance Scholarship Statement of Activities
Example 3: Format respected Descriptions and dates
are clear Long term involvement
(1999-2003 volunteer work outside of school)
Good community and involvement
One difficulty: not in any order (alpha or chrono)
Is this a Major Entrance Scholar?
Major Entrance Scholarship Statement of Activities
Example 4: Information format
respected Esthetic on page;
easy to read Descriptions and
dates are clear So many items…
could some be consolidated?
Is this a Major Entrance Scholar?
Major Entrance Scholarship The Package
Clear, tidy and organized All items addressed fully and accurately
Remember… we have to learn all we can about the student from the transcript, comments, essay and most important – the references.
Major Entrance ScholarshipMajor Entrance Scholarship
SubmissionSubmission
All forms for both campuses to be sent to
UBC Vancouver
DEADLINE: February 28th,2006
before 4pm
NEWS FLASH... New Credit Union
SCHOLARSHIPS Three new $2500 scholarships for
Nanaimo Student writes up a business plan
designed to improve the community One of the three winners will get an
additional $3000 to actually carry out their idea
SuperPages example from last year – wheelchair dock
Meeting in the Careers Centre tomorrow at lunch with a Credit Union rep
Group Change Time:
• Grade 10/11 D206
• Grade 12 divide between D208 and staying in library.
Group Change Time:
• Grade 10/11 D206
• Grade 12 divide between D208 and staying in library.
Local Scholarship Information (SD68)
Please see hand-out
2006 Applications will be available Feb. 16. Due date: March 2
Local Scholarship Information (SD68)
Please see hand-out
2006 Applications will be available Feb. 16. Due date: March 2
LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES
Approximately $225,000 designated for Nanaimo students
$100 to $2500 awards You can win more than one award Awards for high GPA and participation Other awards include:
Cultural groups Athletics High achievement in a particular
subject Family affiliations (belonging to a
club, union, other organizations)
STUDENTS MUST APPLY!
Most awards are valid for two years Following are details about filling in
the Local Scholarships and Bursaries application.
Last year’s scholarship booklet is available at www.sd68.bc.ca/career_services. Click on the “Nanaimo Schools Financial Assistance Society” button. *The website address is on your hand-out.
Due March 2Due March 2
LOCAL APPLICATION – PAGE 1
Turn to PAGE 1 in your copy
• Identifying Information
• Use a dark pen and print neatly
• Need reference names, but not letters
• Need verification signatures
• Note the Website is given at the bottom of the page
PAGE 2 - PARTICIPATION
A list of your participation in athletics, citizenship, leadership
Both School and Community Initials are needed for verification Do this part right away to get the
initials part done
PAGE 3 – EDUCATION PLAN
Fill in the top part to the best of your knowledge
Some awards are based on your plan to go into a specific program
We need your Program Choices and the Specific Institutions to which you have applied
PAGE 3 – FAMILY INCOME SECTION
A parent must fill in the bottom part and sign to be considered for bursaries
Lower family income is a pre-requisite for getting a bursary
If income is above approx. $30,000/year, the expenses should be explained so the committee understands the financial need
Examples: there are two older siblings going to college; there is an illness in the family; there are unavoidable high expenses, etc.
PAGE 4 – ELABORATION PAGE
Elaborate on your interests, competencies, participation, leadership, motivations, plans
Comment on any barriers in your way or that you have overcome
Anything that will help us represent you to the scholarship committee
Use a list format
PAGE 5 / 6– AFFILIATIONS
Organizations or culture groups to which you or your family belong
You need to talk to your parents to discover all your affiliations
You must fill in the blanks with the member’s name, year, etc. when it’s asked for on the form
BC Government Scholarship Programs: Passport to Education
No application is required
BC Government Scholarship Programs: Passport to Education
No application is required
PASSPORT TO EDUCATION AWARDS
Recognizes and rewards student achievement in grades 9 –12
(grades 10-12 beginning in 2006-07) Gives motivation to study consistently – leading to graduation Encourages post-secondary education and job training programs
Recognizes and rewards student achievement in grades 9 –12
(grades 10-12 beginning in 2006-07) Gives motivation to study consistently – leading to graduation Encourages post-secondary education and job training programs
PASSPORT BOOK
Stamped with a dollar value Applied to post-secondary tuition
fees or other educational expenses Passport books are kept at the
students’ school
CRITERIA FOR AWARDING STAMPS
Top 30% of the grade – based on students’ best five 4-credit courses
Values and allocations change in 2006/07 to follow introduction of the new graduation program – Portfolio Assessment will then be a factor in gr. 12
STAMP VALUE
2005/2006 2006/2007Grade 9: $125Grade 10: $175 Grade 10: $250Grade 11: $225 Grade 11: $250Grade 12: $275 Grade 12: $500Maximum $800 $1000
PASSPORT REDEMPTION
Passport books are maintained by the school
After grade 12 exam results in August, the final amount is stamped and students pick up their book at the office
Students may redeem credits anytime within 5 years of their expected graduation
Other Provincial Scholarship Programs:
Academic
Based on SMS scores
District
Application is required
Other Provincial Scholarship Programs:
Academic
Based on SMS scores
District
Application is required
PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS – Academic SMS
Based on SMS “Standard Ministry Score” on Provincial Exam results only
Valued at $1000 (the top 20 in BC get $2000).
Must get over 70% on an exam to get SMS
Based on the best three exam scores 800 = highest score Minimum 475 score required on each exam Totals of 1700 or better receive $$$Approx. 10% of Dover students are recipientsPremier’s Excellence Award
PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT SCHOLARSHIPS – “non-academic”
District Scholarships (this year) $1000 for excellence focused in a subject area Must be enrolling in a non-degree program Competing against all district schools (1-3
winners per school) Separate application – due April 25
Dogwood-District Scholarships (06-07 change) $1000 for excellence in Fine or Performing Arts,
Applied Skills, or Physical Activities
Entrance Scholarships
To a specific institution...
Entrance Scholarships
To a specific institution...
ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS(note previous example from UBC)
Varying amounts up to full tuition at colleges and universities.
Must apply to a given college or university in order to receive their scholarship offers.
Over 90% average on academic courses typically guarantees you will get offers.
The higher your average, the better offers you will receive – “full ride.”
ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS- Malaspina Deadline Mar. 15
Malaspina has a number of entrance scholarships and bursaries.
Students must fill in an “Entrance Scholarship & Award application.”
Careers Centre has applications or you can print from the Malaspina website
ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS- Malaspina Incoming Outstanding Student Program
IOS program (Incoming Outstanding Student) gives priority registration
Based on grade 11 marks: must have min. 3 A’s and a B in English and Socials, Math and a Science or Language 11.
Priority registration is important as you are guaranteed to get the schedule and classes you want.
National Scholarships
Significant applications are required
National Scholarships
Significant applications are required
NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS-competing against the country
Examples that have due dates coming soon: Millennium Exellence 931 awards of up to
$20,000 over four years. Est. in 1998 with $2.5 Billion endowment Due date Jan. 20!
Terry Fox Foundation $7,000/yr for 4 years -up to $28,000
Due date is Feb. 1! Miller Thomson 200 awarded @ $1,000
Due date: March 31
NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS- use the InterNet too
Students should search the InterNet. Two widely used websites are:
studentawards.com, scholarshipscanada.com
It’s possible to pick up some smaller scholarships by digging for them. For example, a Dover student won $500 in a Canadian History contest last year.
Careers Centre Open HouseCareers Centre Open House
End of our Session.
Thanks for coming!
End of our Session.
Thanks for coming!