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Christopher E. Faughnan Memorial ScholarshipStudent Application PacketThis scholarship is in honor of Christopher E. Faughnan, a 1981 graduate of Arvada High School, who perished on September 11, 2001 in the World Trade Center. Chris was a 37-year-old father of three who believed we should strive to leave our world better than the way we found it. He was a bond broker who worked in the heart of Wall Street; however, he understood money did not hold life’s importance. He centered his priorities around his family, helping others, the environment and showing decency toward his fellow man regardless of social status. He was a man of honor and conviction who believed in hard work and taking responsibility for his actions. He believed in treating all people with respect and fairness and that those blessed with life’s gifts should lead with a helping hand for those less fortunate. He made it a point to be educated on world events and to understand circumstances as viewed from other eyes. He believed in developing an informed opinion and to expressing his beliefs through well-intended actions and words. This scholarship is dedicated to these principals and is intended to assist students in their aspirations to create a better world. Two $3,000 scholarships will be awarded.Application Process/Deadline Application forms will be available at and at the Arvada High School counseling office. Applications must be returned to the Arvada High School Counseling Office by 3 p.m. on April 10, 2015. Incomplete or late scholarship applications may be denied without review. Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit and explore the 9/11 Tribute Center’s website at . Applicants should choose one or two of the online story collections to watch and share their reactions () as they complete their applications. The scholarship selection committee will review and select scholarship award finalists based on applicants’ personal character, as illustrated in the application responses, personal statements, letters of recommendation, academic achievement and community service. Finalists will participate in an interview with the selection committee in the Arvada High School counseling office on or after April 21, 2015; interviews will be scheduled by school counselors.Successful applicants will be notified and honored at the Arvada High School Academic Awards Ceremony. Application FormComplete the entire application form by preparing written responses to questions on separate sheets of paper and include all required attachments for a complete application.Statement of Financial NeedPlease describe any financial need, including an estimated list of expenses (tuition and fees, books, room and board) for your first year of school and a list of anticipated resources. You may include a copy of your FAFSA form and any additional information about circumstances you believe the selection committee should consider.Letters of RecommendationPlease submit one letter of recommendation from teachers or members of the community not related to the applicant. A letter from a teacher at the applicant’s high school should describe the applicant’s likelihood for future academic and professional success. A letter from a member of the community should describe the applicant’s character and participation in the community in terms of work and/or service and leadership.Transcript of GradesApplication must include an official, sealed high school transcript. If you have taken college courses, include an official transcript of your work thus far. Photocopies will not be accepted.Deadline: 3 p.m., April 11, 2015. Incomplete or late applications may be denied without review.Christopher E. Faughnan Memorial ScholarshipPlease type; hand-written applications may be denied without reviewName:Phone:Complete mailing address:Email:Date of birth:Date first enrolled in Jeffco Public Schools:Current cumulative grade point average:Anticipated post-secondary school:Acceptance date:School office of financial aid address:Expected start date:Anticipated major/program focus: Chris Faughnan’s Guide to the Universe:Love and enjoy your familyUse your good fortune to help othersCare for the environmentNever walk by a piece of litter without picking it upShow respect to all peopleMentor a childWork hard at your job and always be honestLend an ear to someone who needs to talkBe knowledgeable about the world, form an opinion and act on itDrink good wine, listen to good music and ride your bike!Application continues on the following pagePlease respond to each of the following requests for information as completely and succinctly as possible. Responses should be typed in 12-point font in black ink on white paper.ACADEMIC, LEADERSHIP AND VOLUNTEER ACHIEVEMENTSDescribe your school-sponsored extracurricular activities, including athletics, school clubs, and elective courses that require out-of-school-time participation. Please include a description of any leadership roles in these activities and awards or other accomplishments.Describe your non-school volunteer and community service activities, including any specific awards or accomplishments.Please describe any work experience or employment history, if applicable, including the average hours you work per week. Please also describe any specific employment-related awards or accomplishments.STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL NEEDDescribe any circumstances affecting your ability to pay for college that the selection committee should consider. You may also attach a copy of your FASFA.PERSONAL STATEMENTPlease include a personal statement, not to exceed 600 words, responding to both parts below:PART 1: America is built on the idea of diverse cultures co-existing and working together. Our society is unique in this respect. How would you promote this ideal of acceptance and respect for different cultures on a local, national and global scale in order to prevent an event like September 11? Please include any situations you have encountered in your life that demonstrate how you have encouraged respect for other cultures. Also discuss how your chosen field of study in college may help promote the understanding and appreciation of diversity.PART 2: Visit and explore the 9/11 Tribute Center’s website at and watch the Tour Guide videos (). Please describe your reaction to your visit to the 9/11 Tribute Center website and Tour Guide videos. Which Tour Guide story did you find most compelling and why? How will you use a Christopher E. Faughnan Memorial Scholarship to promote good in the world?TRANSCRIPTPlease include an official, sealed high school transcript. If you have taken college courses, include an official transcript of your work thus far. Photocopies are not acceptable.LETTER OF RECOMMENDATIONPlease include one letter of recommendation from school staff or members of the community not related to you. Letters should describe student’s likelihood for future academic and professional success, character, etc.APPLICATION CERTIFICATION:Please sign and date and have an adult guardian sign and date and return this sheet with your completed application packet. All information I have provided in this application is accurate, and may be subject to verification by Jeffco Schools Foundation Community Scholarship selection committee.__________________________________________________________________________________________________Student signatureDate__________________________________________________________________________________________________Parent/Guardian signatureDateMail or deliver to: Arvada High School, ATT: Counseling Office, 7951 W. 65th Avenue, Arvada, CO 80004Applications must be received by Arvada High School Counseling Office by 3 p.m. on April 10, 2015 to be considered. Late or incomplete applications may be denied without review. ................
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