Frisco Education Foundation
Investing in the Future…
Scholarship Program 2008 Allison Miller, Director
What is the FEF Scholarship Program?
The FEF Scholarship Program is sponsored through donations from community organizations, businesses, caring individuals and fundraisers such as the Gary Burns Frisco Fun Run, Annual Chili Challenge, and Teachers on Ice.
Since May 2000, 720 Frisco ISD graduating seniors have been awarded scholarships through the Foundation, totaling $1,213,780!!!!
FEF Sponsored or Managed Scholarships range from $500 to $8000. Scholarships awarded in 2007 are listed on the application.
What Scholarships are funded through the foundation?
Foundation sponsored scholarships include the Gary Burns Memorial Continuing Scholarships (4), the FEF Overall Merit Scholarships (10), the FEF Achievement Scholarships (10), The FEF Community Scholarships (4)Payroll Deduction Scholarships (38) and the FEF Matching Scholarships (4).
Scholarships Managed by the foundation include Sports and School Club Scholarships (64), Memorial or Honor Scholarships (21), Corporate Scholarships (19) and Community Organization Scholarships (53).
Qualifications for scholarships range from special interests such as sports or the arts to high academic achievement and financial need.
What is the process?
Step One:
Applications are “paper screened” by the selection committee.
Step Two:
Students receive letters concerning interviews. Interviews are during the school day and scheduled through the counselors’ office.
Step Three:
Students are notified regarding scholarships. Those receiving scholarships are required to attend Scholarship Night Thursday, May 15, 2008.
Step Four:
Students receive commitment letter designating the university they will attend and letter of agreement for scholarship criteria. This includes contact information for scholarship disbursement. Contact information and any other changes affecting disbursement of funds is the responsibility of the scholarship recipient.
How do I apply?
Applications are available at www.friscoisd.org under the Frisco Education Foundation Section of the FISD homepage.
Complete and Return Application along with three (3) copies to counselors on of before Friday, February 8, 2008 by 3:30pm. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!
By Friday, January 25th, ask two (2) teachers to complete the Teacher Recommendation forms attached to the application. These will be returned directly to the counselor’s office by teachers. You and your parent must sign teacher recommendation forms prior to giving to teachers. It is your responsibility to remind your teachers they have a deadline of 3:30pm Friday, February 8th to return completed form to your counselor. LATE RECOMMENDATION FORMS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!
By January 25th, Request One (1) letter of recommendation to be sent directly to the FEF Office by 5:00pm February 8, 2008. It is your responsibility to check back with the person writing your personal recommendation to be sure they meet the return deadline. LATE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED!
Counselors will attach transcripts and teacher recommendations to your application.
Application Tips
Read the Cover Letter and the application before you start. There are choices regarding essays and important dates.
Print in ink legibly or type your Application. Be sure to use same color ink throughout your application. If something does not apply to you, write in N/A.
Answer all of the questions on the Application. This is your chance to shine. Brag, Brag, Brag! Do not be shy about your accomplishments in and outside of school.
List all activities from 9th through 12th grade. Include both school sponsored and outside activities. Discuss application with your parents. Some scholarships require information regarding your parents/grandparents.
Complete application questions and write essay YOURSELF. Make sure you address the essay question when writing your essay. Check spelling on both the essay and application.
Write a rough draft of essay first and ask someone to proof-read and edit it.
Remember These Dates!!
January 25, 2008 - Teacher Recommendations to teachers.
January 25, 2008 – Secure person to write your Personal Recommendation letter to be sent directly to the foundation office and received no later than 5:00pm Friday, February 8.
February 8, 2008 - Completed application along with three (3) copies turned into Counselor no later than 3:30pm.
Thursday, May 15, 2008 Scholarship Night!!
