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Scholarship
The Indian Prairie Parents' Council administers its own scholarship program while simultaneously supporting the scholarship program of Illinois PTA.
Indian Prairie Parents' Council Scholarship Program
Illinois PTA Scholarship Program
Indian Prairie Parents' Council Scholarship Program
The Indian Prairie Parents Council Scholarship Program is administered by the IPPC Scholarship Committee and high school guidance departments. The program is funded by donations from local PTA and PTSA units in District 204. The number of scholarships and monetary amounts vary from year to year.
IPPC awards the Dr. Thomas G. Scullen Scholarship to a senior at
Neuqua Valley and the Dr. Gail McKinzie Scholarship to a senior at Waubonsie Valley who expects to major in the field of education. In addition, a minimum of two additional scholarships will be awarded to students at each high school. In recent years, the Scullen and McKinzie Scholarships have been $1,000 each while additional scholarships have been $500 each.
How and when can a student apply? Seniors apply on a common application available from each high school guidance office in early February. Completed applications are due in March.
Who is eligible? Any current senior enrolled in a District 204 high school is eligible to apply. Seniors attending the Frontier Campus or Indian Plains are also eligible to apply through their home high school.
Is there a minimum grade point average? Yes. A student must have a minimum of a 2.5 grade point average.
What is needed to apply? Four items are required: 1) a completed application, 2) a written 500 word or less statement answering one of four questions in the application, 3) two signed letters of recommendation (one of which must come from a high school certified staff member), and 4) an official, seventh semester transcript.
What are the criteria for selection? The IPPC Scholarship Committee reviews all applications on the basis of the student statement, scholastic ability, leadership, letters of recommendation, and extra-curricular activities and/or work experience.
Is financial need a consideration? No.
When are awards announced? May. Waubonsie Valley winners are announced during the Green & Gold Senior Awards Ceremony. Neuqua Valley winners are announced during the Senior Awards Assembly.
How is the scholarship paid? The scholarship is paid to the accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school at which the student is enrolled in the fall following the award announcement. Proof of enrollment is required and payment must be made by September 30.
Is the scholarship renewable or deferrable? No. An IPPC scholarship is a one-time award and is not renewable or deferrable. Payment must be made by September 30.
Illinois PTA Scholarship Program
The Illinois PTA Scholarship Program encourages young people to enter the field of education or an education-related degree program. The program is funded by donations from PTA councils, local PTA and PTSA units, and individual members across the state. Monetary awards vary, reflecting contributions of the previous year.
Two Lillian E. Glover Scholarships are awarded in each PTA District each year. Traditionally, one $1000 scholarship and one $500 scholarship have been awarded.
How does IPPC participate in the Illinois PTA Scholarship Program? The Indian Prairie Parents' Council donates each year to the Illinois PTA scholarship program. In addition, a council representative serves on the Scholarship Selection Committee for our PTA District.
How and when can a student apply? Click here for an application. Application forms are also available in high school guidance offices and on the Illinois PTA website. Applications are due December 1, 2008.
To whom should applications be sent? Completed applications should be mailed to:
Ms. Toni Bugay
Illinois PTA Scholarship Chairperson
525 Frederick Lane
Hoffman Estates, 60195
Who is eligible? Any current senior enrolled in a District 204 high school is eligible to apply. Seniors attending the Frontier Campus or Indian Plains are also eligible to apply through their home high school.
Are there eligibility requirements? Yes. Seniors applying for this scholarship must be in the upper 25% (top quartile) of their graduating class.
What is an education-related degree program? An education-related degree program is any that requires certification from a State Board of Education. Examples include, but are not limited to: Librarians, Instructional Media Specialists, School Nurses, School Psychologists, and School Social Workers.
Is financial need a consideration? No.
When are Lillian E. Glover Scholarship awards announced? Awards are announced by the Illinois PTA Scholarship Chairperson at the annual Illinois PTA state convention. If scholarship recipients are unable to attend the convention, then the PTA District Director will award the certificate.
When and where will the Illinois PTA state convention be held this year? The convention will take place March 13-15, 2009 in Naperville, Illinois.
How is the scholarship paid? The scholarship is paid to the university or college. Scholarship winners are sent a letter and a form letting students know what information is needed from the college or university. Students must adhere to all deadline dates and ensure all necessary information is sent to the IL PTA Scholarship Chairperson.
Is the scholarship renewable? No. The Lillian E. Glover Scholarship is a one-time, one-year, non-renewable, non-repayable award.