The Jack Way Memorial Scholarship

 

Breaking News for 2010 (Jan 27, 2010)

Goodness it is already January 2010 and time to be planning for this year’s scholarship.  Where does the time go?   This year the committee has revamped the scholarship application in an effort to clarify requirements and information needed to be a successful candidate.  The new updated application form is in this issue of the SCAN, on this page, as well as in local schools.  The  $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to a worthy high school graduate or student enrolled in a post high school program or college, and who’s parent or legal guardian is a member of SSA.  The scholarship committee will also consider the applicant’s need.  Please remember all parts of the application: the scholarship form, essay, transcript, and letter of recommendation.  The completed application is due this year on April 23, 2010.  Applications received  after that date cannot be considered.  Best of luck to all applicants.
Our primary funding for this scholarship depends upon individual donations (tax deductible).  Anyone wishing to make a contribution to this worthwhile cause may send a check to SSAI, Jack Way Memorial Scholarship, P.O.box768, East Falmouth,MA  02536.
Pat Apicella
Chairperson of SSA Jack Way Memorial Scholarship committee  

 

The Jack Way Memorial Scholarship applauds citizenship by honoring the memory of a man who fervently believed in the adage, "If everyone works together, we can make the world a better place to live." Jack Way's optimism and inspiration touched the people of Seacoast Shores in many beneficial ways, whether it was through his stewardship of the local Crime Watch Chapter or being the President of the Seacoast Shores Association. He also discovered the many jewels that this community had to offer through his loves of boating, fishing, clamming, and painting. Jack Way felt that when people participate in the public process, good things can and will happen.

Purpose

In memory of Jack Way, the Seacoast Shores Association will award one $1,000 scholarship each year in order to help a student realize his/her post-high school educational goals.

Eligibility

The applicant must be:

• A child of a Seacoast Shores Association member, who is a property owner or a year-round resident of Seacoast Shores. Under special circumstances, a grandchild of a property owner or year-round rental resident who is a Seacoast Shores Association member, will be considered eligible for the scholarship, if he or she is living on Seacoast Shores with the grandparent.
• A graduating senior who has been accepted to a post-high school program/college or an undergraduate already enrolled in such a course of study.
• A student who merits the scholarship. The following criteria will be considered: grades, citizenship (contributions to the community), financial need, and extra curricular activities.

Application

The application must include:

• A completed scholarship application form and essay;
• A high school or program/college transcript;
• One letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, coach, administrator, community leader, religious person, employer, or youth counselor.

Other Information

• This is a one-year non-renewable scholarship.
• Scholarship payment will be granted to the student at the Annual SSA summer barbeque.
• All decisions of the committee are final.

Submission Date:

Mail the completed scholarship application form and essay postmarked by April 23, 2010 to:

Contact the Scholarship Committee

Committee Members (click to email): Pat Apicella (Chairperson)