$100-$5000 DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIPS #2

All District Scholarships are DUE by 9:00am on MARCH 7 to Ms.Morabito in room A233. The application requirements are listed on the DISTRICT SCHOLARSHIP #1 post.

$1000 Chad Turpin Scholarship

The Burnaby Association of Senior Exempt Employees (BASES) has created the Chad Turpin Scholarship, to recognize the contributions to the City of Burnaby by former Deputy City Manager Chad Turpin. Two scholarships  will be awarded annually to a well-rounded Burnaby student who meets the following criteria:

• been actively involved in community service and/or volunteer work beyond that required for graduation; and
• demonstrated leadership in Burnaby through consistent and outstanding dedication to a community initiative or making their community a better place
• has an interest in public administration, public policy or public service e.g. politics, health care, teaching, policing etc

$3500 Coast Capital Standing Tall Scholarship 

• Awarded to students who are facing, or have faced, significant hardships e.g. poverty, health, family issues, personal loss and lack 
• Risen up against the odds and demonstrated a commitment to continue their education at a Canadian university, college or technical school. 
• Write an essay describing your story in 500 words or less see application link below

APPLICATION

$200 Harris & Co. Scholarship
To be considered for the award the student should have:

• Excelled in Law 11 or 12 course and
• Planning to pursue post secondary education at a recognized Institute, College or University 

$1000 Interworld Scholarship

Awarded to a student who has successfully completed a Youth Train in Trades and Youth Work in Trades program in the Burnaby School District with a high level of effort, determination and integrity.

• successfully completed 120 hours industry-recognized work experience 
• demonstrated a high level of motivation to continue to develop skills and abilities in the chosen profession 
• demonstrated plans to continue in studies in the chosen field at post-secondary or apprenticeship training 
• been nominated for the award by a Youth Train in Trades or Youth Work in Trades program teacher 
• Consideration is to be given to a student with financial need. 

$500 Marjorie Jane Stephenson - Education Scholarship

• Demonstrated community service assisting seniors (excluding Work Experience) 
• You will need a verification of volunteer hours letter on letter head from the supervisor of the care facility where you volunteered . The letter must indicate the tasks completed and the total number of hours volunteered (NOT including Work Experience)
• Demonstrated an interest in pursuing a career in Health Care 
• Maintained a good academic standing 
• Demonstrated good citizenship and strong leadership skills in the school and community

$500 Marlene Larson Scholarship

• Awarded to a Burnaby graduate who is blind, visually impaired or deaf-blind 
• Be planning on enrolling in a post secondary program 
• Demonstrate ability to set goals 
• Be motivated, show responsibility and be oriented towards independence 

Up to $5000 Michael J. Fox Visual & Performing Arts Scholarship

• Currently enrolled in a visual or performing arts course in a Burnaby secondary school. 
• Documentation to demonstrate your interest, dedication and aptitude in an arts or in multiple arts disciplines, e.g. dance, drama, music, visual art, theatre, script writing, stagecraft, directing, media arts. 
• Evidence of your financial need and an explanation of why there are no other financial resources available to you. 
• Demonstrated school and/or community involvement 
• Your intent to pursue study at a post-secondary institution in an arts or arts-related area.

$500 Neil Sandercock Memorial Scholarship

• Awarded  to a graduating student who has suffered a brain injury or has a developmental or psychological impairment with a disability 
• has not only risen up against the odds, but demonstrated a commitment to continuing their education

$1000 Parkcrest Children’s Centre Scholarship

Is awarded to a student who has attended Parkcrest Children's Centre for at least one year and meets the following criteria:

• Completed Proof form (see link below)
• Maintained a good academic standing 
• Provide evidence of volunteer or work experience 
• Participated and actively involved in school and community and/or volunteer activities 
• Demonstrated good citizenship and leadership skills 

Parkcrest Proof Form

$500 NormTaylor Woodworking Scholarship

• awarded to a student who is excelling in the Youth train in trades Carpentry program and plans to continue in carpentry. For more details ask Mr. Bernard.