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The Cathedral Council of Catholic Women and the Knights of Columbus Council #16126 are offering scholarships to students who are (1) registered members of the Cathedral parish and (2) attending a Catholic high school or entering 7th or 8th grade at a Catholic grade school in the fall of 2019.
- Scholarship funds are generated by parish events sponsored by the two organizations.
- All applications are reviewed by the scholarship committee using the following weighted
percentages:- 50% Parish service, participation, and mass attendance
- 25% One Page Essay
- 25% Teacher evaluations
- Scholarship application packets may be picked up in the school office at all the Catholics grade schools in Springfield, the SHG office or in the Cathedral Rectory.
- Return your completed Scholarship Application and essay to the Cathedral Rectory by noon Wednesday, May 15, 2019. There will be no exceptions.
- All decisions of the committee are final. Notification of awards will be mailed by the committee.
- If you are selected as a scholarship recipient, we will remit your scholarship funds directly to your school in August.
* Applications without all required information will not be considered for a scholarship.
The following materials must be submitted for your application to be considered:
- Completed Application Form (must print in ink or type)
- One Page Essay (must be typed)
- Teacher Evaluations (2 teachers for current grade school students, 6-8)
(2 teachers for current high school students)- Name of teacher & school
- Name of teacher & school
- Return your completed Scholarship Application and essay to the Cathedral Rectory by noon Wednesday, May 15, 2019. There will be no exceptions.
- Teacher evaluations must arrive at the Cathedral Rectory by noon Wednesday, May 15, 2019.
* Applications without all required information will not be considered for a scholarship.
Essay requirements
A one page typed essay must accompany your application. Please include the following information in your essay:
- Tell us about yourself.
- Explain how your faith is reflected in your daily activities.