BC Excellence Scholarship Application package is due to Ms. Falsetto on Wednesday, February 1, 2017. The Scholarship Committee will meet soon after to determine the applicant who will be eligible to formally apply.
BC Excellence Scholarships recognize well-rounded BC graduates. Winners have demonstrated service and leadership, both at school and in their communities, and shown aptitude for and commitment to their chosen career paths. They receive a $5000 scholarship voucher, which can be redeemed when registered and attending a designated post-secondary institution (i.e. approved for Canada Student Loans by BC) or an authorized trades training provider in BC, within 5 years of graduation and before the expiry date on the voucher.
Each school can nominate one student. So, please submit your package to Ms. Falsetto by Wednesday, February 1 either by email or in B110.
Your application package must include:
- Resume in the mandatory format. Be sure to include your personal interests and accomplishments. See the link HERE for format details.
- Two reference letters, one from your community and one from your school;
- Written statement, maximum 500 words, which must describe:
– What led you to your most relevant community service, volunteer activity, and/or leadership role – What you learned from this experience
– How this experience will benefit you in your chosen career path.
Please see the the link HERE for all details. You may also see Ms. Falsetto with any questions.