SPS & BHS Scholarship Bulletins and Notices
Review the published Seattle Public Schools Scholarship Bulletin opportunities as well as the posted Ballard High School (BHS) Scholarship information listed below.
Visit the SPS Website for a listing of College Preparation and Informational Events and remember to check the list on Naviance.
SPS Scholarship Bulletin & Naviance Updates
The Seattle Public Schools (SPS) Bulletin shows scholarships with upcoming due dates. In addition a full comprehensive scholarship list, can be found on Naviance: An Online College and Career Planning Tool.
New Updates! View The SPS Scholarship Bulletin
BHS Scholarship Bulletin
Scholarship Opportunities!
Angels Wings Thai Scholarship
Angels Wings Thai Foundation Scholarship | Applicants must be of Thai ancestry meeting the following criteria:
1) have one Thai parent
2) graduating high school senior
3) entering a college/univ/trade school for 2020 -21 school year
4) academic excellence 3.0 GPA or better
5) demonstrate advocacy activities for their Thai heritage
6) written essay required. Questions? Contact Amelia Williamson at
amelia@angelswingsfoundation.org. Please visit the
Angels Wings Foundation website to learn more or
view an application. More information is available on the
Angels Wings Scholarship Flyer.
Deadline: June 30, 2020.
Carkeek Scholarships are now open!
Carkeek Scholarships are available to graduating seniors of SPS who will be attending publicly funded institutions of higher learning within the State of WA, including community and technical colleges. Scholarship awards (numbers vary each year) are based on high school scholastic achievement, financial need of the student, and a recommendation from teachers or community leaders as to the student’s participation in school and outside activities. The Carkeek Scholarships has been awarding scholarships to graduates of Seattle Public Schools since the early 1950’s. Please
download the attached application.
The completed application must be postmarked or faxed by June 10, 2020 (please do not e-mail any applications).
Kellen “Bobo” Jones ’08 Memorial Education Grant
Kellen "Bobo"Jones '08 Memorial Education Grant | Attention Student Athletes – Do the below attributes describe you?
• Excels in athletics, academic strength not necessary
• Respects teammates, coaches and fellow athletes
• Sportsmanship
• Beaver Pride
• Love for the Ballard Community
• Positive attitude
If so, consider applying for the Kellen Jones Educational Grant by the deadline of June 1!
A $500 grant (per recipient) will be awarded to one male and one female BHS student athlete in their senior year that exhibit the characteristics and attributes that made Kellen Jones (2008 BHS Grad) a successful athlete, teammate and Ballard Beaver. The funds may be used for any post high school vocational training, community college or four year college. Download a Kellen "Bobo" Jones Scholarship Application for more complete details.
Resources
Visit the SPS Website for a listing of more College Preparation Events.
Visit the Seattle Public Library website for a listing of events there as well "Paying for College: Get help falling out your FAFSA/WASFA applications" at different locations and times.
View the Parent's Guide to Filling Out the FAFSA Form for helpful tips!
To avoid making some common mistakes view the 11 Common FAFSA Mistakes Info.
Visit the Ballard HS College Visits page for on-site Ballard HS College Visits as well as College fairs and events.
Paying For College & FAFSA Application Info | Keep up to date with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process by visiting the Federal Student Aid website.
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