Presentation of 5 Scholarships Wednesday May 20 Program

Three Four Way Test Essay scholarships,a community service scholarship C.A.R.E.S and a vocational education scholarship will be presented at the Wednesday meeting. The three Four Way Test essays will be presented by the winners. The scholarships are $2000, $1500 and $1000.

The C.A.R.E.S and CATE scholarship winners will be presented to two very impressive graduating seniors.

Sixty seniors submitted an essay addressing “How I apply high ethical standards using Rotary’s Four-Way

C.A.R.E.S (Community Award Recognizing Excellence in Service) 24 applicants submitted a brief story about a service experience that made an impact on them. They were also asked to explain how they will use Rotary's investment in their education to affect continued impact in their community. The criteria used in the selection of candidates  was based on service, financial need, academic record, community/extracurricular involvement, leadership, and work experience. This scholarship was cosponsored with  Modern Home Renovation. This is a $5000 scholarship

The objective of the CATE (Career and Technical Education) is to assist an individual who plans on attending a vocational or community college to further their education. This is a $2000 scholarship.

Each of the scholarships will pay for tuition, fees and books.

Pam has managed the selection of these scholarships. Job well done.