[BHS Etree] COLLEGE/CAREER: Seniors - Shelley Bergum Higher Education Scholarship Meeting, Jan. 11 (Thur)

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Seniors who have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan for Learning Environment:

Come to an information meeting in the CCC this Thursday, January 11 at lunch (now revised to 11:56-12:36) to learn about the $2,500 Shelley Bergum Higher Education Scholarship.

Purpose
The goal of the Shelley Bergum Higher Education Scholarship is to support individuals with disabilities to pursue an Associate or Bachelor’s Degree at a higher education institution in California. Two scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded annually. Current awardees will be encouraged to reapply each year until the course of study is completed.

Application Instructions
□ Complete all sections of the Application using a computer or typewriter, and collect all required documents. Handwritten documents will not be accepted.
□ Email all application documents to scholarships at eastbaycf.org<mailto:scholarships at eastbaycf.org>. All required forms should be attached to one email. Be sure to sign & date the application form.
□ Letter of recommendation must be submitted separately, by Recommender, to scholarships at eastbaycf.org<mailto:scholarships at eastbaycf.org>. (Form attached).

All materials must be received by March 23, 2018.

Application Checklist (NOTE: Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed.)
□ Application Form
□ Current transcript (official or unofficial)
□ One of the following:

·         current Individual Education Plan (IEP), copy of first page summary only

·         a 504 plan, or

·         a Summary of Performance (SOP), or

·         proof of being eligible for disability accommodations at the university or college you apply to attend. (e.g. from Disabled Student Program)
□ Student essay (1-2 pages; double spaced, Arial 12pt font)
□ Signed Permission to Publicize Agreement
□ One (1) letter of recommendation; submitted separately by Recommender

Due 3/23/18​

Useful CCC Links:
College &Career Center Resources: http://bhs.berkeleyschools.net/resources/college-career-center/college-career-guide/
College & Career Calendar: http://bhs.berkeleyschools.net/resources/college-career-center/college-and-career-center-calendar/

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