Bonney Lake High School
Community Scholarships
Bonney Lake High School’s Community Scholarship is a partnership with local community members, organizations, and
friends and family members of those who have been part of the Sumner School District. It is their wish to recognize
graduating seniors for their merit, community activities, academics, athletics, financial need, and/or educational goal.
Application Deadline: February 27, 2009, by 3:00 p.m.
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Directions
Community Scholarship Deadline is February 27, 2009 by 3:00 p.m.
- If you have not already asked a teacher or other significant adult in your life to write a letter of recommendation for you,
consider doing so now. Allow at least two weeks for the completed letter of recommendation. The “Letter of
Recommendation Request Form,” available in the Career and Information Center (CIC), can help you with this step.
- Review the scholarship requirements for each scholarship to determine your eligibility. Mark all scholarships you are
interested in being considered for and for which you are applying, on the Scholarship Interest Form found on the last
page of this document. This form must be turned in to the CIC when you turn in your completed application.
- At the beginning of second semester, request a copy of your updated transcript from the CIC. .
- Apply once for all scholarships by completing one Community Scholarship Application, attaching a copy of your
transcript and Letter of Recommendation. Provide 2 additional complete copies of this application to the CIC no later
than Friday, February 27th, 2009 by 3pm.
- Type or word-process your application. REMINDER: The Community Scholarship Application form is available online
and can be completed on and printed directly from any computer with Adobe Acrobat Reader or Microsoft Word. The web
address is on the front of this booklet. Print each page as you complete it, as you cannot save the completed form.
- Staple all forms together (no paper clips, folders, covers, sleeves, binders, etc.) in the following order:
 Interest Form
Application Form
Transcript
Letter/s of recommendation
- Return completed application (plus two additional copies) to the CIC no later than Friday, February 27, 2009, by 3:00
p.m. NO late applications will be accepted. LAST-MINUTE COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONS ARE NO EXCUSE; PLAN
AHEAD!
Scholarship recipients will be notified in mid-to late May. Due to the volume of applications, it is not possible to notify
students who applied but were not selected for a scholarship. All scholarship recipients will be invited to the Senior
Awards Night on June 04, 2009. Students are welcome to see the Career Specialist in the CIC if they have any
questions during the process.
Applicant: Please attach a copy of your transcript and a letter of recommendation to this scholarship application.
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Local Scholarships Tips and Information
Scholarship donors expect a neat and complete application. The donors have often devoted many hours toward fund raising to
finance their scholarship and they expect to see quality work from the applicant when completing the scholarship application.
Bonney Lake High School adheres to a philosophy of recognizing as many deserving seniors as possible. There are more
deserving students than there are available scholarships; therefore, the attempt is made to distribute scholarships to the
greatest number of qualified applicants.
Some scholarship donors will request an interview. Applicants will be notified through the CIC indicating the time and location of these interviews.
The quality of your Statement of Purpose on the Community Scholarship Application is of the UTMOST importance. Do not
state that your goal is to graduate from high school. It is assumed from your application that you plan to graduate!
In most cases, scholarships are not granted solely on financial need.
All students in need of financial aid for college attendance should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid
(FAFSA- online at www.fafsa.ed.gov) and any forms required by the specific college/institution. For FAFSA
assistance be sure to attend our Financial Aid Night on January 8, 2009, at 7pm. at Bonney Lake High School.
Local scholarships are usually for one year only and are not renewable. Recipients of scholarships must use the money in the
academic year following their graduation and preferably be enrolled throughout that following year.
Scholarship funds are mailed to the Financial Aid Office of the college/institution indicated on the recipient’s acceptance
card. IF THE RECIPIENT CHANGES HIS/HER CHOICE OF INSTITUTION OR FAILS TO ENROLL, THE SCHOLARSHIP DONOR AND THE BLHS CIC MUST BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY.
Scholarship funds may be used for any program administered by the educational institutions unless otherwise stated.
Scholarships are announced at the annual Senior Awards Night. Recipients will be asked to attend this reception, which will be held June 04, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the BLHS Commons.
We do our best to post accurate and up-to-date information in this application booklet. Occasionally, actual awards may vary either higher or lower- than the amounts stated in the booklet.
Recipients will be notified how to receive their funds either through the donor directly or through the CIC. All recipients will
receive a letter from the CIC encouraging them to immediately write a thank you note. Thank you notes must be completed
and mailed to the donor no later than June 11, 2009.
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How To Improve Your Application For Local Scholarships
Read all directions before you start filling out forms or asking questions.
Follow the directions carefully and completely.
Neatness counts! Use the online form or type your application.
Do not use report covers or other “fancy” bindings.
Staple your pages together; do not use paper clips.
The quality of your Statement of Purpose on the Standard Application is of the utmost importance. State your
plans for employment and post high school education. It is certainly acceptable to be imaginative and creative.
At the same time, don’t forget the basics. Take time to be sure your spelling, grammar, punctuation, syntax,
etc., are correct. While it is a good idea to allow another person to review your statement, the basic ideas and
writing must be your own.
DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE LAST MINUTE!
The stress of wondering if you’ll meet a deadline is unhealthy and
unnecessary. No late applications will be accepted, even if caused by computer malfunctions. Plan ahead.
If your application packet is not complete by the deadline, you will not be considered. Be sure to follow up on
other scholarship opportunities from the college you have selected, your employer, your parents’ employers, and
any clubs or affiliations you have or those advertised through the CIC or Senior Prowler.
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Scholarships
SCHOLARSHIPS SELECTED BY THE
BLHS FACULTY COMMITTEE
PIERCE FIRST SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must attend Pierce College and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Involvement in high school and community activities
Award: Tuition waiver for one full academic year (three quarters)
SUMNER EDUCATION ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be pursuing a career in education.
Award: $500
WESTERN WASHINGTON FAIR ASSOCIATION ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must attend two- or four-year institution. Minimum 3.00 GPA. Based on character, discipline,
citizenship, and responsibility. Consideration is given for prior Fair involvement (i.e. 4-H, FFA, etc.). Preference is given
to a student who has not received any other substantial scholarships.
Award: $1,250/year for four continuous years if acceptable GPA is maintained.
WESTERN WASHINGTON FAIR ASSOCIATION ARTS SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must attend 2-year, 4-year or accredited school for the Arts. Must be involved
in the Arts (i.e. music, theater, art) and planning to pursue a career in the Arts. Based on talent.
Award: $1,000
SCHOLARSHIPS SELECTED BY THE
SUMNER/BONNEY LAKE EDUCATION FOUNDATION
EILEEN LEIGHTON BEAULEIU SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: 3.0 GPA Awarded to a student who wishes to spend their future working with children. (police, teaching, counseling, etc.)
Award: $500.
DR. JOE EBEN CORLISS SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Targeting students who have a strong commitment to the community and who wouldn’t normally
qualify for the “typical” scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to students with entrepreneurial or opportunistic
natures who have the potential and the “Instinctual ability” to create and build new businesses. These individuals
typically are “out of the box” thinkers who do not fit the traditional academic mold.
Minimum GPA 2.5 This scholarship will require a separate application and finalist interviews.
Award: $10,000 awarded over 4 years. This student will also have the opportunity to intern with Mr. Corliss’
business, Investco, and they will help the student with some guidance and networking opportunities as well.
A separate application is required –2009 Corliss Scholarship Application 
KATHRYN DALTON TEACHER SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: 3.0 GPA Must be pursuing a career in education.
Award: $500
BOB DALTON TEACHER SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: 3.0 GPA Must be pursuing a career in communications or a major in liberal arts.
Award: $500
SUMNER/BONNEY LAKE EDUCATION FOUNDATION ARTS AND MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Presented to a student who has a passion for pursuing an education involving the Arts
and Music.
Award: $500
GENERAL ACADEMIC AND VOCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Requirements: Multiple scholarships awarded to students who are going to attend college and/or a vocational program.
of some kind. Financial need may be a consideration.
Award: $500 ea
SUNSET CHEVROLET SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be pursuing a career in automotive service. Nominated by the SHS auto
program instructor.
Award: $3,600
WILEY ENGINEERING SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: 3.0 GPA Awarded to a female student with an intended major in engineering,
physics or applied mathematics.
Award: $1,000
SCHOLARSHIPS SELECTED BY VARIOUS DONORS
ABSHER CONSTRUCTION SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must attend four-year college, pursuing work in the construction industry, either through construction
management, architecture or structural heating and venting and electrical engineering. Business is also a possible
major. Minimum 3.20. This scholarship is a competition with many schools in Pierce County.
Award: $2,000
BONNEY LAKE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be a resident of Bonney Lake.
Award: $500
BONNEY LAKE KIWANIS SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be an active Key Club member
Award: $500
KIWANIS CLUB OF DAFFODIL VALLEY SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be an active Key Club member
Award: $500
DR. BRUCE MOLEN SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be a past or present patient of Dr. Molen.
Award: $500
DR. GREG SUTHERLAND SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be a past or present patient of Dr. Sutherland and have a positive outlook on life and
community as well as an active member in youth groups or Para church organizations.
Award: $750
EAST PIERCE COUNTY FIRE AND RESCUE
Requirements: 3.0 GPA and must have current or past experience volunteering in community within the last 4
years. Must attend a 2 year, 4 year or accredited service related technical college.
Must be entering public service related fields of firefighting, law enforcement, medicine or social work.
Award: $250; can be used during 09-10 school year (fall, winter, or spring semester).
NATHAN R. SHOUSE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must have attended Lakeridge Middle School.
Award: Varies
PEO CHAPTER IG SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be pursuing a career in education and demonstrate financial need.
Award: Varies
PUYALLUP KIWANIS SCHOLARSHIP
Requirements: Must be a Key Club member. Separate application required.
Award: $500
ROTARY ACADEMIC AND VOCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Requirements: Multiple scholarships awarded to students who are going to attend college and/or a
vocational program.
Award: $500
SOUND FAMILY MEDICINE
Requirements: Must be a past or present patient of Sound Family Medicine
Award: $500
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The Sumner School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,national origin, gender, or disability in education programs, services and activities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 officer and/or Section 504/ADA coordinator either in writing at 1202 Wood Avenue, Sumner, or by telephone at 253.891.6000. |
