[Instructions: Use the format below to submit your entry for the 2024/25 scholarship. You may provide any additional information you feel will help your selection. Any applications received with post marked dated after the deadline will not be considered.]

 

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]

 

To: Hyde Park Alumni Association
P.O.Box 6550
Chicago IL 60680

 

Dear Hyde Park Alumni Association,

I am writing to apply for the Hyde Park Alumni Association Scholarship, which aims to support and recognize the achievements of graduates from Hyde Park High School. As an alumna/alumnus of Hyde Park High School, I am grateful for the opportunity to apply for this esteemed scholarship.

Personal Information:
Full Name: [Your Full Name]
Date of Birth: [Your Date of Birth]
Email Address: [Your Email Address]
Phone Number: [Your Phone Number]
Current Address: [Your Current Address]

 

Educational Background:
High School Attended: [Hyde Park High School]
Graduation Year: [Your Graduation Year]
GPA: [Your High School GPA]
College/University Enrolled (if applicable): [Name of College/University]
Area of Study: [Your Area of Study] Expected Graduation Year (if applicable): [Expected Year of Graduation]

Extracurricular Activities:

Activity:
[Name of Activity] Role/Position:
[Your Role/Position] Description:
[Briefly describe your involvement and any accomplishments or responsibilities]
Activity:
[Name of Activity] Role/Position:
[Your Role/Position] Description:
[Briefly describe your involvement and any accomplishments or responsibilities]
Activity:
[Name of Activity] Role/Position:
[Your Role/Position] Description:
[Briefly describe your involvement and any accomplishments or responsibilities]

Community Service and Volunteer Work:

Organization: [Name of Organization]
Role/Position: [Your Role/Position]
Description: [Briefly describe your involvement, responsibilities, and impact made]
Organization: [Name of Organization]
Role/Position: [Your Role/Position]
Description: [Briefly describe your involvement, responsibilities, and impact made]
Organization: [Name of Organization]
Role/Position: [Your Role/Position]
Description: [Briefly describe your involvement, responsibilities, and impact made]

Essay: Please write a 500-800 word essay addressing the following topic: “How has your experience at Hyde Park High School shaped your personal and academic growth? How do you plan to use your education to make a positive impact in your community?”

 

Recommendation Letters: Please provide at least two recommendation letters from individuals who can speak to your academic achievements, character, and potential for success. These individuals may include teachers, guidance counselors, employers, or community leaders. Please include their contact information below:

 

1. Name: [Name of Recommender]
Relationship to Applicant: [Relationship to Applicant]
Contact Information: [Recommender’s Email Address/Phone Number]

2. Name: [Name of Recommender]
Relationship to Applicant: [Relationship to Applicant]
Contact Information: [Recommender’s Email Address/Phone Number]
Academic Transcripts: Please provide your official high school transcript and, if applicable, college/university transcripts.

Financial Need Statement: If you believe that you have financial need and would like to be considered for additional financial assistance, please provide a brief statement explaining your circumstances.

 

Application Checklist: Please ensure that your application includes the following documents:
Completed application form.
Essay (500-800 words).
High school and/or college transcripts.
Two recommendation letters.
Financial need statement (if applicable).
Any additional supporting documents you deem relevant.

 

Submission: Please submit your application and all supporting documents by [Deadline for Application Submission]. Late applications will not be considered. You may submit your application by email to:
Hyde Park Alumni Association
P.O.Box 6550
Chicago IL 60680