scholarships Application

DUE FEBRUARY 21, 2025

PLEASE NOTE that there are 3 parts included in this application.

1) Application Information 2) Student Application Form 3) Student Recommendation

The Danville Ramon Rotary Scholarship Program is designed to provide financial and personal support for deserving students attending California High School or San Ramon Valley High School in the City of San Ramon.

The Danville San Ramon Rotary Scholarship

The Rotary Club of Danville San Ramon may be awarding one $7,500 Scholarship. This can be used for community college, a four year-college, or a vocational/trade school.

The Rotary Club may also award several non-renewable scholarships from $1,000 – $3,500.

High school work, including courses taken and extracurricular activities should demonstrate that the student is ready for the challenge of college or a trade school.

Eligible students will be graduating from California High School or San Ramon Valley High School in the City of San Ramon.

Student will begin attending a college or trade/vocational school in the fall of 2025.

Student must remain enrolled full-time with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or its equivalent to continue to receive funds.

The $7,500 Scholarship includes individual mentoring and requires recipients to communicate with their mentor, be involved with the Danville San Ramon Rotary Club and participate in community service events during their college years. Student is encouraged to give back to their community during summer and school breaks.

Selection Criteria

The Danville San Ramon Rotary Scholarship Committee will consider community service, academics, financial need, personal statements and recommendations. We will be looking for well-rounded students who demonstrate they are prepared for college or the trades through activities included in high school, particularly those that reflect leadership and, community service activities, and work experience.

Scholarships will be awarded where the committee believes this award can make a significant difference in the life of this student.

Individual Interviews

After reviewing all complete applications by the deadline of February 21, 2025, the Danville San Ramon Rotary Scholarship committee will invite finalists for individual interviews.

The mandatory individual interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of March 10, 2025

All scholarship information is confidential and will not be shared with anyone other than members of the Danville San Ramon Rotary Scholarship Committee and associated Board of Directors without permission of the applicant.

CHECK LIST OF DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

FOR A COMPLETE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

ONLY FULLY COMPLETED APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED!

1. Transcript of high school record.
2. Application
3. Letters of recommendation or completed Student Recommendation Form.
A. One letter of recommendation from a high school teacher who taught applicant within the past two years.
B. One letter of recommendation from a counselor, employer, mentor, coach or other (non-relative) adult. Not a teacher.
4. Personal Statement

Step 1 of 4

This application covers the Rotary Club of Danville San Ramon Scholarships

Personal Information

Full Name(Required)

First Middle Last

Date of Birth(Required)

Place of Birth(Required)

Are you a Legal resident of the United States?(Required)

Permanent Home Address

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Home Phone(Required)

Cell Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Alternative Contact

Family Information

Parent / Guardian(Required)

Relationship(Required)

Address (if different than yours)

Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Activities, Employment and Experiences

In what social, athletic, political, or service organizations have you engaged?

Briefly describe your involvement and explain why these activities have been important to you?

What volunteer organizations do you belong to?

Personal Statement: Write a personal essay. What is important for us to know about you? Tell us how your background, experiences and efforts have shaped you as a person. You may want to write about your personal history, a challenge or obstacle you have faced or continue to face, or your goals and dreams. Tell us why you want to go to college or a vocational/trade school and what you hope to learn there. What have you learned in high school? Who or what has helped you develop into the person you are today? What do you want us to remember about you?

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Applicants Financial Information

Who will support you financially during your college / trade school years?

Parent(s)

Legal Guardian

Self

Other

Other(Required)

If you are working - how many hours per month?

Monthly income

If you are a volunteer, how many hours per month?

Briefly explain any financial circumstances affecting your college attendance.(Required)

We certify that the information given in this application is complete and accurate to the best of our knowledge. We hereby grant The Rotary Club of San Ramon and its affiliates (“the Club”) the absolute and irrevocable right to use our image, voice, name, and/or likeness (collectively “Likeness”) as such may be embodied in any photo, video recording, audio tape, digital image or other media taken or made on behalf of the Club or its partners for the purpose of promotion without payment. We hereby release and discharge the Club, and its agents, representatives, and assignees from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of our Likeness.

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Signature of Scholarship Applicant

Date

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Signature of Parent or Legal Guardian

Date

Student:

Instructions for Scholarship Applicant Fill in your name at the top of the next two pages and this instruction sheet. Give these 3 pages to the person who will be completing this recommendation. This recommendation is to be completed by an adult [not a relative] who knows you well (a teacher, coach, club advisor, church or community leader, employer, mentor). You may submit the completed recommendation in a sealed envelope with your scholarship application. Instructions for Recommender The $7,500 Danville San Ramon Rotary Scholarship will be awarded based on demonstrated financial need, academic and personal achievement and where the committee believes this award can make a significant difference. We are looking for students who will succeed in college or trade school. High academic achievement is not the most critical criteria. We are looking for students with much to offer their communities and who need the extra support that Danville San Ramon Rotary can provide. We need your help. Your recommendation is an important part of the application process. You may return the envelope to the applicant to submit with the rest of their scholarship application. You may also mail your recommendation to the address listed at the top of this instruction page or email it to scholarships@danvillesanramonrotary.org If you have questions, please call (925) 997-6664. We will have a member of the scholarship committee return the call. Please give the best times to call. You may also email us at scholarships@danvillesanramonrotary.org . All scholarship information is CONFIDENTIAL and will not be shared with anyone other than members of the San Ramon Rotary scholarship committee.

Students Name

Your Name / Position

Organization / Position

Phone

Mailing Address

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

How long have you known the applicant?

In what capacity? (Coach, mentor, teacher, etc.)

RECOMMENDATION QUESTIONS:

1.What is his/her most striking personality characteristic? Has he/she changed over that time? If so, how? 2. We are looking for a student prepared for rigorous academic work, ability to overcome obstacles and potential to be a leader. Can you provide examples of this student’s readiness for the challenges and demands of college? 3. Have you seen the applicant respond to challenging academic or personal issues? Do you know how the applicant responds to new experiences or stressful situations? 4. Is there anything else we should know about the applicant? You may use a separate page if necessary.

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Signature of Recommender

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