Applications become available March 1, 2012 for several scholarship opportunities for current Roncalli students.   Please read the information below to determine if your child(ren) qualifies for one or more of these scholarships.  For more information or an application please stop by Mrs. Hartford’s office, located in the cafeteria or stop by the main office to pick up a scholarship application(s).  All completed applications should be returned to Mrs. Hartford, Assistant Principal, by Friday, April 6, 2012 no later than 3:00 p.m.  The selection process for each scholarship will be determined by the selection committee of each award.  The presentation of most of these scholarships will take place at the spring Academic Honors Banquet.  The scholarship monies would then be applied to the 2012-2013 tuition unless this is an award for a senior.

Jeffrey N. Perkins Memorial Scholarship

Students currently in grades 9, 10 or 11

This scholarship has been established by the Perkins Family in loving memory of Jeffrey Perkins.  He was the much-loved son of Greg and Debbie Perkins and had just finished his first season of Little League and was in his first year of school.  Jeffrey was on the threshold of many beginnings when, due to a sudden illness, he died two months past his sixth birthday. The goal of this award is to assist students to successfully cross their thresholds educationally and to pursue career and life goals.  The scholarship is open to any current Roncalli High School student in grades 9-11.  The criteria for applicants include: 

• Grade point average of 3.0+
• Involvement in extra-curricular activities
• Exemplify a desire to lead for the benefit of the community

Scholarship: $1500 grant paid to Roncalli High School for the 2012-2013 tuition

Application Process: Complete the application and submit a computer-generated 500+ word essay entitled, “As a Role Model at Roncalli High School, I…..”

Jonathan Page Memorial Scholarship

Students currently in grades 9, 10, 11 or 12

Jonathan Page was a member of the Class of 2004.  He touched the hearts of many people.  Jonathan is remembered for his beautiful smile, kind heart, and fun-loving personality.  He was an All-American teenager.  This $500 scholarship in his memory was started by all who knew and loved him.  It will be awarded each year to a person who exhibits his qualities and his ability to impact positively the lives of other people.

The $500 scholarship shall be available to any current Roncalli student, freshman through senior and can be used for Roncalli tuition or college tuition.

Students are allowed to nominate themselves or other students.  Additionally, all teachers and coaches at Roncalli are allowed to nominate a candidate.  The nomination form will include basic information regarding the student’s history of academic success and extracurricular involvement at Roncalli.

Students will be required to write an essay on one of the following subjects: 

Give an example of a way in which you have made a contribution to your family, your parish, or Roncalli through your work to overcome specific setbacks or hardships.  

Give an example of a way in which you have inspired the Roncalli community through your energy, enthusiasm, and zest for life.

Roncalli High School Leadership Scholarship

Students currently in grades 9, 10 or 11

Roncalli High School offers a $1,000 tuition scholarship to one returning student who has demonstrated leadership and a positive attitude while enrolled as a student at Roncalli High School.  All current freshmen, sophomores and juniors are eligible to apply for this award.  Only typed or computer generated applications along with two essays will be accepted.

Essay #1:  In 300 words or less indicate what you have contributed to Roncalli in terms of leadership, academic achievement, extracurricular/athletic activities and religious growth of the school and self.

And

Essay #2:  In 250 words or less indicate what you would like to change about Roncalli or a weakness that you feel needs to be addressed and how you would address the issue.

Clark Family S.T.A.R.S. Scholarship

STARS students currently in grades 9, 10 or 11

Jack and Patricia Clark were among the hundreds of parents who helped to build Chartrand High School in the sixties. Their two oldest children graduated from Chartrand High School and subsequently many of their grandchildren have graduated from Chartrand’s legacy, Roncalli High School.

To honor the memory of Jack and Pat Clark, Bill and Cathy Clark Weinmann have established a scholarship to be offered annually to students enrolled in the S.T.A.R.S. program. Two scholarships will be presented in the amount of $500.00, and will be used for tuition during the student’s subsequent year at Roncalli.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

1. Because of the Weinmanns’ concern with students who have learning challenges, and their desire to advance total Inclusion at Roncalli High School, only students who have active IEP (Individual Education Plan) or a CIEP (Catholic Individual Education Plan) on file will be eligible for this scholarship. The student must be enrolled in the S.T.A.R.S. Program at the time of application and acceptance of the scholarship.
2. Student must be enrolled as a fulltime student at Roncalli High School. Application can be made after completion of at least one semester at RHS.
3. Two (2) letters of recommendations from non relatives and one letter from a regular education classroom teacher must be included attesting to the character and personality of the candidate.
4. The applicant must have participated in a minimum of one extra-curricular activity.
5. The applicant must be in good standing as a citizen of Roncalli High School.

APPLICATION MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

• Completed Clark Family S.T.A.R.S. Scholarship application form.
• Two letters of recommendation from non relatives and one additional letter from a regular education classroom teacher.
• Complete the following question in any manner you choose:
  • “What gift/s do you bring to the Roncalli Family?”

You may express your ideas in any way you feel that best suits you. This may be (but are not limited to) a poem, a song (tape recorded), an essay, a video, any visual art form, a model construction, or a videotaped dramatic performance.

Roncalli Alumni Association’s "Spirit of the Family Tradition" Scholarship

Juniors only

Three $500 scholarships will be awarded to three juniors that have attended RHS for 3 years. Students must be a child of a Sacred Heart, Kennedy, Chartrand or Roncalli Alumnus.

In approximately 500 words students must share their feelings and experience about the “Spirit of the Family Tradition” here at Roncalli High School.

Consider the audience to be past alumni. Each essay must consist of a title and be double spaced typed.

Martin R. Eckstein Scholarship

Current Juniors Only

Mr. Eckstein is a 1965 graduate of Sacred Heart Central High School. After graduation, he joined the military and then graduated from the University of Indianapolis with degree in Chemistry. Mr. Eckstein was employed by Eli Lilly and Company and retired in January 2000. The scholarship fund was created by Mr. Eckstein in December 2006.  Two current juniors will receive a $500 scholarship to be applied to their senior year tuition.

The criteria for the applicants include:

• Grade point average of 3.0-3.6
• Student must have received financial assistance through Roncalli.
• Students from Sacred Heart Parish will be given priority
• A 200-300 word essay must be submitted, “How Roncalli High School has changed my life.”

Application process:

• Complete the application and submit a computer-generated essay of 200-300 words entitled, “How Roncalli High School has changed my life.”

The Roncalli High School Athletic Booster Scholarship

Senior-Athletes Only

The Roncalli High School Athletic Booster Scholarship awards a $750.00 scholarship to a graduating senior student-athlete from Roncalli High School who will enroll in a college or trade/technical/business school to further their education.  Applicants should meet the criteria listed below:

• Demonstrate a strong work ethic in the classroom as well as in the athletic program
• Lead by mature (and positive) example
• Possess and demonstrate a positive mental attitude
• Illustrate a tenacity an intensity for perseverance
• Encourage a “team” attitude through support of underclassmen and peers on and off the field/court/athletic arena

In addition to completing the application form (or computer generating the form), please submit a 250-300 word essay (computer generated or typed) explaining why you should be considered for the Roncalli High School Athletic Booster Scholarship.  

Please submit all scholarship applications/essays to Mrs. Hartford by 3:00 pm April 6, 2012!