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Brazosport High School
2016 Local Scholarship Book
The local scholarships given through Brazosport High School vary in value, eligibility requirements, and
selection procedures. The information in this book is subject to change depending on the wishes of the
individuals, community groups, or organizations that are awarding the scholarships. Scholarships are awarded
based on the criteria set by the individuals, community groups, or organizations that are awarding the
scholarship. Selection could be based on scholastic performance; intended college major, special talent, or
financial need. It is important that seniors review the requirements of each scholarship. These awards and
scholarships represent a very small percent of the total financial aid available to graduating seniors. Additional
sources of financial aid are:
● Colleges or Technical Schools give scholarships to their own students- Go to your college’s web page or
go to the college’s financial aid office. The largest scholarships come from the colleges. Make sure you
apply for them.
● FAFSA- Free Application for Federal Student Aid- www.fafsa.gov This is for federal need-based
grants. Online applications for the next school year is available each January. Fill it out every January
while you are a college student.
● TAFSA- Texas’ application for Texas Grants. www.collegeforalltexans.com Similar to FAFSA, but it
is for state grant money.
● Grants- money awarded based on specific criteria. Grants don’t have to be paid back, but might have some
requirements that have to be met to receive the aid.
● Student Loans- borrowed money with low interest that has to be paid back after you graduate from college
with small monthly payments spread out over several years.
● Work Study Programs- part time work on or off campus that puts money toward your tuition and fees.
● Scholarships- money awarded to students that doesn’t have to be paid back. Proof of registration at the
college is usually required. Many scholarship contests and offers are advertised online. Do your own
searches. Many scholarships are essay contests and require you to write an essay.
STEPS TO USING THIS SCHOLARSHIP BOOK
1. Go Online to access the 2016 Local Scholarship Book with information about each scholarship and the
requirements, and the 2016 Brazosport H. S. Local Scholarship Application. Go to Brazosport High
School’s page and click on the Counseling Center’s page. You will find the Scholarship Book, and
the Scholarship Application links under Scholarship Information.
2. Read through the descriptions and requirements of each scholarship. Mark the ones for which you meet the
eligibility requirements. Plan to apply to all of them.
3. Make a list of those that require a “Special Application”, look for them on our website, if you don’t see the
ones you need you may pick them up in the Career Center from Ms. Munoz. We have copies of the
applications that you may come pick up.
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4. Use the Brazosport High School 2016 Local Scholarship Application for all the other scholarships. Go to
the application online. Fill it out once and save it to a flash drive, then, you can print a nice neat
typed copy for each scholarship. Complete our local scholarship application and submit a printed
copy for EACH scholarship you want to apply for. If you want to apply for 6 of them, you have to
turn in 6 applications with the correct title of each scholarship at the top.
5. Make a list of what you will need for each application, essay, transcript, photo, or letters of
recommendation. You need to create a system for keeping it all organized, so that you don’t waste
time going in circles.
6. Your application should be very neat and readable with correct sentences, grammar, punctuation and
vocabulary. Get someone to proof read your applications before you turn them in. Your application is
your first and sometimes your only chance to make a good impression for the scholarship committee.
7. If a photo is requested, make sure to provide a simple picture of yourself- no friends or prom pictures.
Make sure to represent yourself in a positive manner. Ms. Munoz & Ms. Lyster have a camera up here
and can take a photo and print one if you do not have one and need one.
8. Follow directions. Be sure to fill out the application completely and include all the additional parts required
(essays, transcripts, or recommendations). Don’t be disqualified because you didn’t follow directions.
Be truthful and do not exaggerate or falsify any information on the application.
9. Please take the time to thoughtfully answer the essays or additional questions. This is your ONE chance to
let that scholarship committee know how much the scholarship would mean to you, and for you to
stand apart from the rest of the applicants. Many of the committees’ decisions go down to the
information in the essays as the deciding factor. Plan, edit and review your essays. Let someone else
read your essays to proof for errors. English teachers, as well as many others, are usually willing to
help you with your essays.
10. If letters of recommendation are required, make sure to ask teachers, counselors, principals, or community
members for a letter at least one week prior to the date that it is needed. These can make or break your
applications! Please be selective of who you ask to write a letter of recommendation. Provide that
person with a resume or a list of information about yourself. On our website, there is a
“Recommendation Information Form” that is great to fill out and give to the person. Pick someone
who knows you well and can really say good things about you. Make copies or ask the person for
multiple copies to use with other applications. It will save you and others time. If you can get three
good letters of recommendation and make copies of them you should be able to repeatedly use copies
of the letters for several applications. Give the person plenty of advanced notice. It takes a lot of time
to write these letters, so send a thank you note afterwards to show your appreciation to the people who
wrote your recommendations.
11. If a transcript is required, attach a transcript to the applications. Request transcripts from Ms. Buckheit by
signing up on her transcript request binder. Unless specifically stated “official transcript”, most
scholarships will accept a copy of your transcript. Request copies of your transcripts from Ms.
Buckheit at least two days before you need it. If you can, turn in ONE request with the total number
of copies that you need. You will need to wait two days and then pick up the transcripts from Ms.
Buckheit.
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12. Turn in applications to the Guidance Office, on or before the due date – MARCH 1, 2016 unless the
application has to be mailed to the organization. Some scholarships have an earlier due date, so read
carefully and meet all the deadlines.
If you have any questions please ask your counselor and other guidance office professionals:
A-Gl Mrs. Mack
Go-M Mrs. Kaale
N-Z Ms. Ukeje
Ms. Tunnell, Mrs. Hendrick, Ms. Buckheit, Mrs. Lyster, and Mrs. Munoz are also available to assist you in the
Guidance Office.
The following pages have the descriptions of each local scholarship in more detail.
Free Financial Aid and Scholarships Websites:
College for Texans www.collegefortexans.com
FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov
TAFSA www.aie.org/State/TASFA
Federal Student Loans www.collegeloan.com
Fast Web www.fastweb.com
The Minnie Stevens Piper Foundation www.everychanceeverytexan.org/about/scholars/
Federal Student Aid Information Center www.studentaid.ed.gov
Fin Aid www.finaid.org/
College.gov www.college.gov
Adventures In Education www.AIE.org
Next Step U www.nextSTEPU.com
School Soup http://.schoolsoup.com/scholarship-directory
Scholarship.com www.scholarships.com
Scholarship Experts www.scholarshipexperts.com
Student Scholarships http://www.StudentScholarships.ort/scholarship.php
Student Award Search http://www.studentawardsearch.com/index.html
Super College www.supercollege.com
Free 4U www.free-4U.com
DoSomething www.dosomething.org/scholarships
College Express http://www.collegeexpress.com/
College Net www.collegenet.com
Cappex www.cappex.com
Athletic Aid www.athleticaid.com
College Board- Big Future https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/scholarship-search#
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WARNING: Be careful of scholarship and financial aid scams. Don’t ever pay for someone a fee or
subscription to find you a scholarship. You can do the same searches online. Be careful who you give
your social security number, bank account, or credit card information. If in doubt, let one of the
counselors look at it and advise you if the offer looks legitimate.
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AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY, BRAZOSPORT SECTION
Award Amount: ● Two (2), $1, 000 scholarships will be awarded to seniors from Brazoria County schools
Eligibility: ● Must be an outstanding chemistry student
● Must plan to attend a junior college, college, or a university
● Must plan to declare a major in chemistry or chemical engineering
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport Section of the ACS Special Application Form
AND a Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Financial need will be a consideration
● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at a college or
university.
Selection: ● The Scholarship and Awards Committee of the Brazosport Section of the American Chemical
Society will make the selection.
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERS,
JOE HEIMAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Determined by availability. Typically $500-$1000
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior in a Brazoria or Matagorda County High School which is
represented by the membership of the local section of the American Institute of Chemical
Engineers (AIChE): Brazosport, Brazoswood, West Columbia, Sweeny, Bay City, Van Vleck,
Angleton, Danbury, and BCS.
Requirements:
● Submit the AIChE TGCS High School Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Letter of recommendation
● Student must enroll in Chemical Engineering at an accredited college or university.
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at a college or
university.
Selection: ● The recipient will be selected from the eight area high schools in our local section.
● Criteria for the selection are: extracurricular and leadership experience, academic
accomplishments, financial need, and interest in chemical engineering, with the possibility of an
interview.
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ASSOCIATED BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS OF TEXAS GULF COAST, INC.
Information: ● The purpose of this scholarship is to attract qualified persons into the construction industry in
the Brazosport area. This is a general scholarship application for funds covering Merit Shop
Training, Inc. (MSTI) courses at Brazosport College. This year funds are provided by the
Contractors for Kids and Community Committee, a community outreach program to support the
youth of our area.
Award Amount: ● One (1) Scholarship in the amount of $2500 will be awarded, paid $1250 per semester
Eligibility: ● Must be a minimum of 17 years old and have decided on a career in the construction industry.
● Must make a commitment to the construction industry as a career and have demonstrated ability
to be successful in the classroom environment.
● Must know that all persons applying for industrial site work will be drug tested, background
checked, and must complete safety training at the area contractor safety council prior to
employment.
● Must use scholarships to cover the cost of tuition, fees, and books for disciplines related to craft
industry and offered through Merit Shop Training, Inc. at Brazosport College. Funds may not be
used to cover the costs of other basic academic courses such as, but not limited to, English,
history, science, etc.
● Must use funds for any of the following disciplines: Any Industrial Craft Class (i.e. electrical,
welding, millwright, pipefitting, HVAC, etc.), Drafting, Estimating, Safety, Construction
Management Education
● Must successfully complete first semester before funding for the second semester will be
approved. Funds will be applied in increments of $250 each.
● Must agree that the names of persons receiving scholarships will be publicized to industrial
owners and contractors for the purpose of giving these persons preferences in future
employment needs.
Requirements:
● Submit the Associated Builders and Contractors' Special Application
● Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor.
● Submit transcript(s), high school and college (if applicable).
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at Brazosport College
in the field of Construction Trades.
Selection: ● The ABC scholarship committee will review the completed scholarship application
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BETHANY WINES MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● Bethany Kay Wines, was born September 9, 2000 and left us all too soon on February 27,
2013. Bethany was 12 at the time of her passing, after losing her battle with liver cancer. The
best description of Bethany to those that did not know her can be described with the following
adjectives: sweet, funny, smart, artistic, athletic, and considerate. Bethany loved to hunt and
fish with her dad and brother, to play softball, and to cook with her Grandmamma, and her
Aunt Teresa. Bethany loved helping others and often mentored classmates from other schools
through BISD programs. She had a newfound interest in art and had won several recognitions.
Bethany was interested in animals and had an interest that one day she may want to become a
veterinarian. Bethany is smiling down on us knowing that well deserved students will be
helped in her name and we, her family, will spend the rest of our days building a legacy to her
as we honor her life. Bethany’s legacy will live on through our personal crusade of helping
others in her memory.
Award Amount: ● Two $750 scholarships
Eligibility: ● Must have a 3.0 or better average (B average)
● Must be a graduating senior
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher
● Submit a copy of your transcript
● Submit an Essay on “A person who has influenced your life.”
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at a college or
university.
Selection: ● The recipient will be selected by Jarrod and Tracy Wines
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF BRAZORIA COUNTY
Award Amount: ● $500 will be awarded upon verification of enrollment as a full time student at a college or
university.
Eligibility: ● Must be a present or former member of the Boys and Girls Club. Volunteer service with the
Boys and Girls Club (BGC) of Brazoria County will be considered in lieu of BGC membership.
● Must be a graduating senior
● Must be performing academically to a degree that predicts success
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit an Essay on “How has the Boys and Girls Club helped you prepare for the future?”
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at a college or
university.
● Financial need will be considered
Selection: ● The recipient will be selected by the scholarship committee of the Boys and Girls Club. All
decisions of the committee are final.
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BRAZORIA COUNTY BAR ASSOCIATION ESSAY CONTEST
Award Amount: ● Two (2) $1,000 scholarships
Eligibility: ● A scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student entering a college.
● Must be a resident of Brazoria County for at least one year before he/she is eligible.
● Must be planning to attend a two or four year accredited or approved college or university.
Requirements: ● Submit the BCBA Special Application Entry & Release Form
● Submit a 400-750 word essay as explained in the application.
Additional
Information: ● The student must MAIL their completed entry by Friday March 18, 2016 to Brazoria County
Bar Association, P.O. Box 1687, Angleton, TX 77516-1687
● Amount will be awarded to the student’s account at the college of his/her choice over two years.
Selection: ● The candidate will be selected by the Brazoria County Bar Association Scholarship Committee
● Recipient will be invited to the Annual Law Day Luncheon in May.
BRAZORIA COUNTY CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION
Award Amount: ● $2,000 scholarship
Eligibility: ● A scholarship will be awarded to a deserving student entering a college. If the Scholarship
committee approves no student, this award will not be made for this year.
● Must be a resident of Brazoria County for at least one year before he/she is eligible.
● The student should be planning to pursue a career in veterinary medicine or agriculture.
● Must be planning to attend a two or four year accredited or approved college or university.
Requirements: ● Submit the BCCA Special Application
● Submit narrative as explained in the application.
● Submit with a recent photo
● Submit a copy of SAT or ACT scores
● Submit current transcript
● Submit the names and contact information for 2 references.
● Submit with principal and counselor signature before you can turn it in to Guidance Office
Additional
Information: ● The student must MAIL their completed application forms by the Feb. 27, 2016 deadline to:
Brazoria County Cattlemen’s Association, P.O. Box 818, Angleton, TX 77516-0818
● Amount will be awarded to the student’s account at the college of his/her choice over two years.
Selection: ● The candidate will be selected by the Brazoria County Cattlemen’s Association Scholarship
Committee on the basis of scholastic standing and financial need. A personal interview by the
Brazoria County Cattlemen’s Association Scholarship Committee is required.
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BRAZORIA COUNTY FAIR SCHOLARSHIPS
Award Amount: ● $4,000 Scholarship
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who is a resident of Brazoria County
● Must be a resident of Brazoria county and have at least one parent/guardian who is a member of
the Brazoria County Fair Association
● Must have competed in a scheduled fair sponsored competition for at least two years during
his/her 9th, 10th, 11, 12th grade year. This includes any off-season fair sponsored event. Fair
parade does not qualify as a competition.
● Must attend a 2 to 4 year accredited or approved college, university or trade school.
Requirements: ● Submit the BCFA Special Application
● Submit narrative as explained in the application.
● Submit a recent photo
● Submit a copy of SAT or ACT scores
● Submit a current transcript
● Submit 2 letters of recommendation from any two teachers.
● Submit with principal and counselor signature before you can turn it in to Guidance Office
Additional
Information: ● The student must submit proof of at least a 2.0 GPA and 12 semester hours completed each
semester to receive the other semester payments of $1,000 each semester (or equivalent).
● Financial need will be a consideration
● Students must MAIL the completed application by the Feb. 27, 2016 deadline to:
Brazoria County Fair Association Office, P.O. Box 818, 901 S. Downing, Angleton, TX
77516
Selection: ● The recipient will be chosen by the Brazoria County Fat Stock and Fair Association
BRAZORIA COUNTY HEAD START SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Three (3) scholarships of $1,000
Eligibility: ● Must be a former Head Start student or parent of a Head Start child.
● Must be a graduating senior
● Must be performing academically to a degree that predicts success- GPA will be
considered
Requirements: ● Submit CDC Brazoria County Head Start Scholarship Application
● Submit proof of being in Head Start with receipts for verification of enrollment.
Additional
Information: ● The student must attend BCHS Banquet
● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at a college or
university.
Selection: ● The recipient will be selected by the scholarship committee of the CDC Brazoria County
Head Start Early Learning School System. All decisions of the committee are final.
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BRAZORIA COUNTY TEXAS A&M CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Four (4) scholarships of $1,000 will be awarded depending on available funds
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior from Brazoswood, Brazosport, or Brazosport Christian
● Must be accepted to Texas A&M University - College Station or Galveston, and is
planning to attend.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit an essay on “Your reasons for choosing to attend Texas A&M University and why
you are deserving of this scholarship”.
● Submit a transcript, copy of your ACT scores, and SAT reading/writing/math scores
● Submit a copy of your acceptance letter to Texas A&M University
● Submit a statement about whether or not you are the first in your family to attend college,
and if you do or don’t have family members who have attended Texas A&M in the past.
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at Texas A&M
University.
● The payment will be divided between the fall and and spring semesters.
● Selection from Brazoria County Applicants (not just Brazosport High School).
Selection: ● Brazoria County Texas A&M Club Scholarship Committee
BRAZORIA COUNTY TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY MOTHERS’ CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Will award a minimum of Four (4) $500 scholarships
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior from Brazoswood, Brazosport, Angleton, Columbia-Brazoria,
Danbury or Sweeny High School
● Must be accepted to Texas A&M University and is planning to attend A&M College Station or
A&M Galveston
● Must show an aptitude for college success, academic rigor, strong leadership skills, involvement
in community organizations, and show dedication to community service and/ or employment.
● Must provide information of financial need
Requirements: ● Submit the Texas A&M University Scholarship Application as a part of your Apply Texas
application to the University. No other application is to be submitted.
Additional
Information: ● The scholarship will be paid directly to Texas A&M University after our Club receives from the
scholarship recipient a copy of the statement of tuition and fees.
Selection: ● The scholarship committee of the Brazoria County Texas A&M Mothers’ Club will review the
applications and select the recipients. The committee may interview finalists.
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BRAZORIA COUNTY TEXAS EXES
Award Amount: ● One (1) scholarship of $1,500 will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must show aptitude for college work and probability for success in the area of study.
● Must be a graduating senior who has been accepted and plans to work toward an academic
degree at The University of Texas.
Requirements: ● Submit the UT - Exes Scholarship Application as a part of your application to the University of
Texas
● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application (optional)
Additional
Information: ● The scholarship will be paid directly to the University of Texas after receipt of proof of
enrollment.
Selection: ● The Brazoria County Texas Exes Club Scholarship Committee will select from among students
accepted to the University of Texas and may interview applicants to help decide recipient.
BRAZOSPORT AREA ALUMNAE CHAPTER - DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY,
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF CAROLYN BEAMAN
Award Amount: ● One (1) $500 scholarship will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must enroll in a college or university for the Fall Semester after graduation ● Must be a graduating senior
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application ● Submit a transcript ● Submit a 500-Word Essay on the topic:
“Why is obtaining a college degree important to you” ● Submit three letters of recommendations: one (1) from a Principal or Counselor, one (1) from a
teacher, and one (1) from a church or community leader. ● Submit documentation if a family member is a member of sorority.
Additional
Information: ● The recipient of our scholarship will receive a check sent to the student upon proof of
enrollment to a college or university. The deadline for proof of enrollment is November 30th 2016
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Selection: ● The BAAC scholarship committee will select the recipient based on: academics, school and
community activities, essay, and letters of recommendation
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BRAZOSPORT ASSOCIATION FOR SCHOOL NUTRITION
Award Amount: ● Up to two (2) $500 scholarships will be awarded depending on applicants and funds available
Eligibility: ● Must have parent who is employed in the Child Nutrition Services of Brazosport schools and be
a member of the Brazosport Association for School Nutrition.
● Must enroll in a college or university in the Fall after graduation
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of proof of enrollment at a college or university.
Selection: ● Selection will be made by the Brazosport Association for School Nutrition scholarship
committee
BRAZOSPORT ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED TEACHERS
Award Amount: ● One (1) scholarship in the amount of $500 will be awarded to the recipient.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must be planning to enter the field of education
● Must be in the top 25% of graduating class
● Must be planning to attend an accredited college
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit essay “What are your future goals, and why are you choosing to be an educator”
● Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor or principal.
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Half ($250) will be awarded per semester upon verification of enrollment in at least 12 semester
hours in the fall semester. The other half will be paid at the beginning of the spring semester.
● Financial need will be considered
Selection: ● Brazosport Association of Retired Teachers’ Scholarship Committee will select recipient
BRAZOSPORT ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Eight (8) scholarships of $500 will be awarded depending on funds.
Eligibility: ● Must be graduating senior who participates in an athletic program at the varsity level
● Must be planning to further their academic or vocational education for at least two years after
high school
● Must show aptitude for college work
Requirements:
● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a letter of recommendation from a coach.
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at a college or
university.
Selection: ● Brazosport Athletic Booster Club Scholarship Committee will select recipient. Committee will
select 4 girls and 4 boys from applicants.
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BRAZOSPORT BOYS SOCCER SCHOLARSHIP- IN MEMORY OF SILVERIO MARTINEZ, III
Information: ● Silverio “Little Silver” Martinez, III, was a graduate of Uvalde High School in Uvalde, Texas.
He attended elementary school here at Freeport up to the 8th grade at FIS. He began a love for
Soccer when his father became the head coach for Brazosport Soccer in 1996, and soon after he
became Head Soccer Coach for Uvalde High School. Little Silver also played Soccer for Uvalde
High School and volunteered with the Uvalde Youth Soccer Organization. He attended Texas
A&M- Kingsville & Southwest Texas Jr. College. The scholarship's namesake is a tribute to
Silverio Martinez III, whose life was cut short in an auto accident on Feb. 8, 2012, and has been
established by his parents: Silverio Jr. and Diana A. Martinez; his brother, Jacob Martinez, and
his sisters: Norma Brege and Belen A. Martinez (both graduates of Brazosport High School).
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $500 will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior ● Must have been a Varsity Member of Brazosport Soccer for 2 seasons ● Must have attended FIS ● Minimum GPA of 2.5
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be paid upon proof of registration for a minimum of 12 hours.
Selection: ● The selection committee will name the recipient after reviewing all completed applications and
consulting with school personnel.
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BRAZOSPORT CENTER STAGES/KRIS KIRSH SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Up to five (5) scholarships, each in the amount of $1,000.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must show outstanding aptitude/ interest in Drama, Dance, Technical Theater, Vocal or
Instrumental Music.
Requirements: ● Submit a Brazosport Center Stages Special Application,
● Submit a list of your Brazosport Center Stages involvement. This may include on stage, as well
as, backstage involvement. It may also include Brazosport Symphony Orchestra involvement.
● Submit a transcript showing a GPA of 85 (B+) or higher
● Submit a list of all of your community service. This may include extracurricular activities and
theater involvement other than with Brazosport Center Stages.
● Must perform or present skill in an audition format.
Additional
Information: ● All applicants will be contacted by the Scholarship Chair to schedule an audition time.
Selection: ● Scholarship selections will be made by a committee of Judges chosen by the Board of Directors
of Brazosport Center Stages. The Judges scoring and decision to award any scholarship is to be
based on the following criteria:
● School Records/Community Service (Weight: 33.33%) Review of Application and any
attachments to evaluate Applicant's scholarship, (based on class rank, standard tests, and GPA)
community involvement, and community service in the Brazoria County area.
● Involvement in Center Stages/Brazosport Symphony Orchestra (Weight: 33.33%) Past
contribution and/or participation in Brazosport Center Stages’ productions, workshops, projects
or general program.
● Presentation of Craft (Weight: 33.33%) Interview/Audition/Project or other presentation of your
craft to demonstrate proficiency in any aspect of theatre or music. The applicant is invited to
perform or present a work of his or her choosing. The applicant may perform a prepared piece or
present any portfolio, project or resume of his or her work in any aspects of theatre, drama,
instrumental or choral music, design, production, sound, lighting, stage management etc.
● In addition, all applicants may be interviewed by the judges on a variety of subjects appropriate
to their application and attachments.
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BRAZOSPORT COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS- SPECIAL PERFORMANCE SCHOLARSHIPS
Award Amount: ● Varies
Eligibility: ● Special Performance scholarships may be available to students that have an interest in
participating in the Fine Arts program at Brazosport College.
● Music scholarships require auditions. Please contact the appropriate director if interested in a
scholarship in the following:
○ Jazz Band and Wind Ensemble – Richard Birk (979) 230-3272
○ Jazz Singers and Choir – Rodney Mason (979) 230-3316
○ Drama – Dana Andersen-Wyman (979) 230-3329
○ Art – Sandra Baker (979) 230-3279 or Eric Schnell (979) 230-3642
● Must be, or plan to be enrolled full-time at Brazosport College
● Must maintain an overall 2.0 grade point average at BC.
● Must complete performance criteria required by sponsor
Requirements: ● Contact the appropriate director if interested in a scholarship in the above programs at
Brazosport College.
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at Brazosport College
Selection: ● Department Sponsors will select recipients
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BRAZOSPORT COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS (ENDOWED)
Award Amount: ● Amount varies depending on scholarship (from $250 to $1,000 per year)
Eligibility: ● Dr. Gladys Polk Scholarship (education major preferred but not necessary)
○ Must be a graduating senior from a BISD school
○ Must enroll full time at Brazosport College
● H.E. Hopper Scholarship Fund (must have participated in high school UIL athletics)
○ Must be a graduating senior from a BISD school
○ Must enroll full time at Brazosport College
● Madge Griffith Scholarship Fund (education major preferred but not necessary)
○ Must be a graduating senior from a BISD school
○ Must enroll full time at Brazosport College
● Mark and Mary Powell Scholarship in Honor of Ann Killingsworth
The Mark and Mary Powell Scholarship Fund was established to honor Ann Killingsworth, a
teacher in the Brazosport Independent School District to support a local student who is in
pursuit of an Associate Degree at Brazosport College ○ Must be a senior who has attended a BISD school for all academic years prior to graduation
○ Must submit a brief 3-5 paragraph essay detailing why the applicant deserves this scholarship
○ Must be graduating in the upper 50% of their class
○ Must show evidence of participation in extracurricular school and in community service
● WISE Program Scholarship
○ Must be graduating in the upper 50% of their class
○ Awards are for 1 year of college following graduation
● Lucille and Gil Dingle Scholarship
The Lucille H. and Gil Dingle scholarship was established in 1979 by the Lucille H. and Gil
Dingle Foundation to assist young men and women planning to attend Brazosport College.
○ Must be a graduating senior from a BISD school
○ Must enroll full time at Brazosport College
● BASF scholarship
The BASF Technology Scholarship is designed to cover the cost of tuition, books and
miscellaneous expenses to encourage students to pursue a process technology degree. Students
pursuing degrees in safety, health and environmental management, chemical technology-lab
technician industrial and commercial electricity, instrumentation technology, office
administration or a Bachelor of Applied Technology may also apply.
○ Must be a graduating senior from a BISD school
Requirements: ● Submit only ONE Brazosport College Special Scholarship Application to be considered for
ANY and all of the above scholarships.
● Submit Application online at https://starrville.brazosport.edu/stars
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a letter of recommendation must be attached
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at Brazosport College
Selection: ● Made by the Financial Aid Committee of Brazosport College
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BRAZOSPORT ELKS LODGE #2200
Award Amount: ● One (1) $1,500 scholarship
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must show financial need
● Must show academic or vocational aptitude for college work
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a letter of recommendation
Additional
Information: ● Will be awarded upon proof of enrollment at the school of recipient’s choice.
Selection: ● Recipient will be chosen by the selection committee of B.P.O.E. # 2200.
● One alternate will be selected should the first recipient be unable to use the scholarship.
TEXAS’ ELKS VOCATIONAL GRANT
Award Amount: ● Varies
Eligibility: ● Must be 18 years of age or older
● Must be planning to pursue an eligible* technical or vocational course within the state of Texas
● Must be a citizen of the U.S. and a Texas resident
Requirements ● Submit the Texas Elks State Association Grant Special Application, available from Guidance
Office. Submit online.
● Submit a transcript
● Submit two (2) letters of recommendation, see application for specific details
Additional
Information: ● Only one application per individual may be submitted
● *eligible - refers to a certificate, diploma, vocational or technical program culminating in less
than a bachelor’s degree
● May be used for night school, but may not be used for part-time students.
Selection: ● The State Chairman will notify the applicant, if accepted, within 30 days of application.
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BRAZOSPORT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1953
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who has been enrolled and attended Brazosport High school for at
least two years, including his/her senior year.
● Must graduate with a minimum “B” (3.0) average and in the top 50% of the class
● Must show aptitude for college work
● Must enroll and attend Brazosport College in the year following graduation, after graduation
Requirements:
● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a typed essay describing the importance of the scholarship to the student;
● Submit transcript including telephone number, social security number and signature.
● Submit transcript from Brazosport College if you have dual credit hours.
● Submit two letters of recommendation from high school teachers
Additional
Information:
● Financial need may be considered
● One half of scholarship will be paid upon proof of registration for a minimum of 12 semester
hours. Payment for the second semester will be made upon proof of registration for a minimum
of 12 semester hours and first semester grade report reflecting at least a “C” average.
Selection: ● A selection committee will name the recipient after reviewing all completed application and
consulting with school personnel.
BRAZOSPORT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1954
Information: ● Each year beginning with the seniors of 1990, the Brazosport High School class of 1954 has
presented a scholarship to an outstanding graduating senior.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $1000 will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must have been enrolled and attended Brazosport High School for at least two years
● Must be an outstanding student who has shown academic success and has provided the school
and community with unusual personal qualities of leadership and citizenship through
community and school involvement
● Must be a good citizen with well rounded interests in community and school activities
● Must graduate with at least an overall “B” average
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● One half will be paid upon proof of registration for a minimum of 12 semester hours. Payment
for the second semester will be made upon proof of registration for a minimum of 12 semester
hours and first semester grade report reflecting at least a “C” average.
Selection: ● The Brazosport High School Class of 1954 selection committee will select the recipient.
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BRAZOSPORT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1956
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $500 will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must have been enrolled and attended Brazosport High School for at least two years
● Must graduate in the top 50% of the class
● Must be a good citizen in school and community
● Must attend an accredited college or vocational/technical school immediately after graduation
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Scholarship award will be paid upon proof of registration for a minimum of 12 semester hours.
Selection: ● The Brazosport High School Class of 1954 selection committee will select the recipient.
BRAZOSPORT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1958
Information: ● The Class of 1958 wants to support a graduating senior of Brazosport High School, who shows a
clear desire to further his/her education and displays a clear need for financial help, a
scholarship to continue their education.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $600 or more will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must show aptitude for college work
● Must plan to attend college or vocational school for 2-4 years
● Must show financial need
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit explanation and disposition of all arrests and/or citations, these events are not
disqualifying.
● Submit a 1-2 page typed (double spaced) essay “What are your career goals, expected college
major, or vocational preference; and what attracted you to that area of study.”
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient’s college upon proof of enrollment in a minimum of 12
college hours or the equivalent of a semester of study at a vocational school.
Selection: ● Scholarship recipient will be selected by the Class of 1958 Scholarship Committee
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BRAZOSPORT HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1963
Information: ● At its 50th class reunion in July of 2013, the Brazosport High School Class of 1963 decided to
offer for the first time a scholarship in the amount of $1,000 to a graduate of Brazosport High
School. The recipient should matriculate in either a two –year or four-year college or university
program.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $1000 will be awarded if funds are available.
Eligibility: ● Must be a senior graduating from Brazosport High School.
● Must be accepted to a 2 year or 4 year college or university.
● Must be a student who has shown both an interest in and participation in community service
during his or her high school experience.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a one page essay on the topic: “The value of community service.”
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient’s college upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● The Brazosport High School Class of 1963 selection committee will select the recipient.
BRAZOSPORT HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT COUNCIL
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $500 will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must have been in the Student Council during his/her junior AND senior year
● Must be a graduating senior
● Must show aptitude for college work
● Must show outstanding involvement in Student Council activities
● Should express a desire to further student government
● Must have shown good citizenship throughout high school
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● Scholarship recipient will be selected by the Student Council Scholarship Committee
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BRAZOSPORT LULAC COUNCIL #4655
Award Amount: ● Four (4) $1,000 scholarships; $500 funded at the beginning of each successive semester.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior with at least a 3.0 GPA
● Must have scored 23 or higher composite on ACT test, or 1100 or higher on the SAT test
● Must be pursuing full-time studies at an accredited college/university
● Must show financial need
Requirements: ● Submit a completed and signed LULAC Special Application form, available in
Guidance Office
● Submit verification of admittance or enrollment from the institution the student is
attending or planning to attend (i.e. letter of acceptance or letter from the registrar) ● Submit High School transcript with GPA, and college transcript (if you have one, i.e. Brazosport
College)
● Submit a copy of ACT or SAT score report
● Submit a typed essay of no more than 300 words on how your academic studies will contribute
to your personal & professional goals. In addition, please discuss any community service or
extracurricular activities you have been involved in that relate to your goals.
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
● Must attend a LULAC reception in the summer and spring.
Selection: ● The Brazosport LULAC #4655 Education Committee will select the recipient, and an interview
will be required.
BRAZOSPORT MUSEUM OF NATURAL SCIENCE – RAYMOND WALLEY MEMORIAL
SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● The Raymond Walley Memorial Scholarship fund was established in honor of Raymond
Walley, a respected amateur archaeologist and a founder of the Brazosport Museum of Natural
Science
Award Amount: ● A scholarship $300 will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must become a full time student at Brazosport College in the semester following graduation.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a letter of recommendation from an employer, faculty or community member
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● The Museum Scholarship Committee will make the selection from applicants from Brazosport
and Brazoswood High School. In the event that the winner is unable to use the scholarship, it
will be awarded to the alternate, designated by the selection committee.
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BRAZOSPORT ORCHESTRA MERIT SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● The Brazosport Orchestra Merit Scholarship was established by our orchestra director, Mrs.
Theresa Strange to recognize students who participated in orchestra for 4 years.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship $500 will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a member of the BPHSO who has participated for 4 years and plans to pursue music as
a discipline.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit an essay on the topic: “ What has orchestra and its program done for you as an
individual?”
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● Scholarship recipient will be selected by Theresa and Gary Strange
BRAZOSPORT ORCHESTRA SUPPORTERS SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● The Brazosport Orchestra Merit Scholarship was established by our orchestra director, Mrs.
Theresa Strange and the BOSO to recognize students who participated in orchestra.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship $500 will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a member of the BPHSO in good standing and desires to pursue a post High School
education at either a community college or a year institution.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a letter of recommendation
● Submit an essay on the topic: “How has orchestra prepared you for the future?”
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient’s college upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● Scholarship recipient will be selected by the BOSO committee.
BRAZOSPORT PLAYERS SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $250 will be awarded if funds allow
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must be involved in BHS theater program for a minimum of 2 years during high school
● Must have shown outstanding participation and leadership in the theater program
● Must have shown good citizenship throughout high school
● Must express an interest in future involvement in college, community, or professional theater
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
Additional
Information: ● Payment will be made upon receipt of verification of full time enrollment at a college or
university half awarded each semester
Selection: ● Brazospoort Players will select the recipient.
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BRAZOSPORT REGIONAL HEALTHCARE SYSTEM VOLUNTEERS
Award Amount: ● Two (2) scholarships of $1000 will be awarded to each recipient.
Eligibility: ● Must be planning to pursue a career in the medical field (at least one of the three scholarships
will be given to a student planning to go into nursing)
● Must show an aptitude for college work
● Must enroll in college for a minimum of 12 hours
Requirements:
● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a copy of SAT/ACT scores.
Additional
Information: ● One half ($1,000) will be given for the first semester and the other half for the second semester
upon receiving proof of registration each semester.
Selection: ● A committee of the Brazosport Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will select a recipient. The
scholarships will not be given if there are no qualified applicants. Class rank, GPA and other
academic data will be considered.
BRAZOSPORT ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP #1
Award Amount: ● Three (3) $2,500 scholarships will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must be in the top 10% of graduating class
● Must enroll in a 4 year college or university for the academic year immediately following
graduation, after graduation
Requirements:
● Submit the Brazosport High School Rotary Club Scholarship Application
● Submit a list of all activities, achievements and community service with details of offices held in
organizations in or outside of school.
● Submit a transcript including Rank and GPA
● Submit a letter of recommendation (optional)
Additional
Information:
● Please feel free to attach additional pages to the application to give complete information about
different activities, achievements, and community service.
● One half ($1,250) of the recipient’s award will be paid upon verification of initial enrollment as
a full time student (12 hours or more). The student must submit proof of at least, a 2.5 GPA for
at least 12 semester hours on the first semester transcript and verification of full time enrollment
(12 hours or more) for the second semester to receive the second payment of $1,250.
Selection: ● Brazosport Rotary Club Scholarship Committee
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BRAZOSPORT ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP #2
Award Amount: ● Two (2) $2,500 scholarships will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must be in the top 25%, but below the top 10%, of the graduating class
● Must enroll in a 4 year college or university for the academic year immediately following
graduation, after graduation
Requirements:
● Submit the Brazosport High School Rotary Club Scholarship Application
● Submit a list of all activities, achievements and community service with details of offices held in
organizations in or outside of school.
● Submit a transcript including Rank and GPA
● Submit a letter of recommendation (optional)
Additional
Information: ● Please feel free to attach additional pages to the application to give complete information about
different activities, achievements, and community service.
● One half ($1,250) of the recipient’s award will be paid upon verification of initial enrollment as
a full time student (12 hours or more). The student must submit proof of at least a 2.5 GPA for at
least 12 semester hours on the first semester transcript and verification of full time enrollment
(12 hours or more) for the second semester to receive the second payment of $1,250.
Selection: ● Brazosport Rotary Club Scholarship Committee
BRAZOSPORT ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP #3, BRAZOSPORT COLLEGE
Award Amount: ● Three (3) $800 scholarships will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must be in the top 25% of the graduating class
● Must enroll at Brazosport College for the academic year immediately following graduation, after
graduation
Requirements:
● Submit the Brazosport High School Rotary Club Scholarship Application
● Submit a list of all activities, achievements and community service with details of offices held in
organizations in or outside of school.
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a letter of recommendation (optional)
Additional
Information: ● One half ($400) of the recipient’s award will be paid upon verification of initial enrollment as a
full time student (12 hours or more). The student must submit proof of at least a 2.5 GPA for at
least 12 semester hours on the first semester transcript and verification of full time enrollment
(12 hours or more) for the second semester to receive the second payment of $400.
Selection: ● Brazosport Rotary Club Scholarship Committee
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BRAZOSPORT TEACHERS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
Award Amount: ● A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to one senior from Brazosport High School.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior from BISD whose parent is a member of BTFCU
● Must attend a college, junior college, university, vocational school or business school
● Parent/guardian must be in good standing with BTFCU
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
Additional
Information: ● The funds will be given to the student upon receipt of proof of enrollment in the college of their
choice.
Selection: ● Recipient will be selected by a scholarship committee of BTFCU
C. R. STRAMBLER MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● Charles Ray Strambler was a Freeport native who attended Freeport schools and graduated from
Brazosport High School in 1970. Mr. Strambler was an active participant in music programs both in
and out of school. He was drafted into the army in 1972 where he served his tour of duty and was
honorably discharged in 1974. Charles remained an active member of his church choir until his
death in July 2007.
Award Amount: ● A $500 scholarship will be awarded over two semesters at Brazosport College
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who is a member of Band, Orchestra or Choir.
● Must have been in the music program at least 3 years of high school.
● Must attend Brazosport College beginning with the fall semester immediately after graduation.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
Additional
Information: ● $250 will be paid each semester dependent on proof of registration. The selected recipient will
enroll for at least 9 hours each semester. The student will carry at least a “C” average during the
first semester in order to be eligible for the second semester.
● Dropping classes or withdrawal from college in the first semester is automatic scholarship
forfeiture for the second semester
Selection: ● The scholarship recipient will be selected by the C.R. Strambler scholarship
committee. Selection will be based on GPA, music grades, and financial
need.
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CELESTINO G. DAMIAN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● Celestino G. Damian believed that one should work hard towards a higher education, take care
of family, help the community, and above all never settle for second best. Celestino instilled
many values in his family such as the importance of education, community, family and strength.
This is his legacy. In honor of Celestino g. Damian, and his belief that education is imperative
to one’s continued success, we offer this scholarship .
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $500 will be awarded. Dispersed in two $250 payments (fall and spring)
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who has attended Brazosport High School for a minimum of two
years including their senior year. ● Must show qualities of leadership and citizenship through community and school involvement. ● Minimum GPA of 3.0, “B” average.
● Must enroll in a two year junior college or a four year college or university in the fall
directly following graduation with plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a letter of recommendation
● Submit a 500 word essay to include the following:
1. Describe your biggest motivation for attending college,
2. Describe the most influential person in your life and why.
3. Describe and discuss your involvement in the community.
Additional
Information: ● Payment of $250 will be paid upon proof of registration for a minimum of 12 hours. ● Payment of $250 will be paid for second semester upon proof of registration for a minimum of
12 hours and first semester grades reporting that student maintained full time enrollment and
maintained a “C” average.
Selection: ● Selection will be made by family members of Celestino G. Damian
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION, ASA UNDERWOOD CHAPTER
Award Amount: ● A $500 scholarship will be awarded to a student from one of the Brazoria County High Schools
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior at a Brazoria County high school.
● Must use the scholarship to attend either Brazosport or Alvin College.
● Must demonstrate sufficient academic success to predict success at college level
● Must embody the qualities of a good citizen with well rounded interest in school and community
activities.
● Indication of financial need
Requirements: ● Submit a Daughter of the American Revolution Application.
● Submit letter of recommendation from ASA underwood chapter
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● DAR ASA Underwood Chapter Scholarship Committee
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DAUGHTERS OF THE REPUBLIC OF TEXAS, CRADLE OF TEXAS CHAPTER
Award Amount: ● A $500 scholarship will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be an American Citizen and a direct descendant of an ancestor living in the Republic of
Texas prior to Feb. 1846
● Must be a single male or female student in the senior class of an accredited high school in
Brazoria, Matagorda or Wharton County.
● Must plan to use this scholarship award at a Texas college within one year of receiving.
Requirements: ● Submit Daughter of the Republic of Texas Application.
● Submit an essay of no more than 500 words stating “Why I want to go to college” and “Why I
need financial aid”.
● Submit proof of linage by using the lineal chart with photocopies of birth certificates, marriage
licenses, and death certificates.
● Submit a Transcript
● Submit SAT or ACT scores
● Submit information describing your extracurricular activities
● Submit four (4) letters of reference - Two personal references (neighbor, employer, not
relatives), and two references from members of high school faculty
● Assemble materials in the following order:
1. Application
2. Ancestor chart
3. Proof of lineage
4. Transcript
5. Essay
6. Extracurricular activities
7. 4 letters of reference - 2 personal (no relatives) and 2 from high school faculty
Additional
Information: ● Only applications completed in details will be reviewed.
Selection: ● Application will be judged on the basis of
● Financial need
● Extracurricular activities
● Essay
● References
DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SOCIETY, ETA OMEGA CHAPTER
Award Amount: ● One (1) scholarship of $1,000
Eligibility: ● Must be a female, graduating senior, of a BISD high school
● Must be seeking a college degree in the field of education
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript including SAT/ACT test scores.
● Submit an essay on topic: “Why do you believe you deserve this scholarship?”
Additional
Information: ● Scholarship will be awarded upon receipt of class schedule and proof of registration
Selection: ● Selection will be made by a committee from Eta Omega Chapter.
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DENNIS R. EDWARDS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● The Dennis R. Edwards Memorial Scholarship fund was established in 2003 in memory of
Dennis, his life, and the legacy he leaves behind. Mr. Edwards was an outstanding community
leader and civic activist for over 20 years. He was a concerned, community-involved citizen
who espoused democratic principles, justice for the under-represented, and a true love for his
fellow man and for his country.
Award Amount: ● Amount varies based on performance of the scholarship fund
Eligibility: ● Must be an African American student who is a resident of Brazoria County
● Must be an active participant in extracurricular activities
● Must be an active participant in one or more church and civic activities
Requirements: ● Submit a completed Dennis R. Edwards Scholarship Application
● Submit an essay (minimum 500 words) on the topic
“Describe the person who has been most influential to your life.” ● Submit a transcript
● Submit two letters of recommendation
Additional
Information: ● The award must be applied to tuition, fees, books, supplies and equipment required for college
courses. A check will be mailed to the institution’s registrar upon verification of enrollment in
an accredited college, university, or vocational training facility.
● Scholarship will be awarded after September 1st of 2016
Selection: ● Scholarship selection committee will select recipient.
DOLORES ROSENAU MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● The Dolores Rosenau Memorial Scholarship fund was established in memory of Dolores
Rosenau, the mother of Michele Rosenau, who says, “she was always there for me and taught
me that anything is possible. A mother’s love is always present, warming hearts and brightening
days.”
Award Amount: ● One (1), $500 scholarship will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior at Brazosport High School
● Must plan to attend a two- or four-year accredited or approved college or university
● Must be from a low-income family – must provide copy of last year’s tax information for
verification.
Requirements:
● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a typed essay of no more than 500 words on the topic:
“Describe your career goals and qualifications for receiving the scholarship.” ● Submit a transcript
● Submit a letter of recommendation
Additional
Information: ● If the recipient does not use the money within one year of graduation, the scholarship will be
forfeited. If the student leaves the college or university, any unused portion of the scholarship
shall be returned.
● Must submit proof of enrollment to receive award
Selection: ● Dolores Rosenau Memorial Scholarship Committee will select recipient.
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DOW CHEMICAL COMPANY – UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS ALUMNI ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP
IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, ENGINEERING, AND NATURAL SCIENCES.
Information: ● This scholarship was endowed in 1990 through the personal contributions of employees of the
Dow Chemical Company, who are alumni of the University of Texas at Austin, and with
matching contributions from the Dow Chemical Company. The purpose of this scholarship is to
provide scholarship awards to students enrolled in the University of Texas at Austin and seeking
degrees in the following areas: the College of Business Administration, the College of
Engineering, and the College of Natural Sciences.
Award Amount: ● The amount of each award will be $1,000, with distribution to be made in increments of $500 in
the fall semester and $500 in the spring semester.
Eligibility: ● Must be child or grandchild of employees or retirees of The Dow Chemical Company and
subsidiaries where Dow holds an ownership position of 50% or greater.
● Preference will be given to the most academically qualified students based on high school or
college grades, score on the ACT or SAT test, or extra curricular activities
● Must enroll at the University of Texas at Austin in one of the above named Colleges and in good
academic standing. Applicants must re-apply each year to be eligible for the award.
Requirements: ● Submit the Dow Chemical Companty- University of Texas Alumni Endowed Scholarship
Special Application
● For Business Majors: Applications to the Dow Chemical Scholarship are restricted to
Continuing Students in the undergraduate business program.
● For Engineering Majors: Incoming Students
● For Natural Science Majors: Incoming freshmen interested in applying for the Dow Scholarship
for Natural Science majors should contact Adrianne Chacon ([email protected])
● Submit two letters of recommendation from high school teachers
Additional
Information: Late and incomplete applications will not be considered.
Selection: ● Each college within The University of Texas (listed above) will be responsible for choosing its
respective scholarship recipients.
FLASH WALKER/L.Z. BRYAN ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● One (1) scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must be a member of the Brazosport High School varsity basketball team.
● Must plan to continue academic or vocational education for at least two more years
● Must show aptitude for college work
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● A scholarship of $2,000 will be paid over two years, with $1,000 being paid upon proof of
enrollment each fall semester.
Selection: ● The recipient will be selected by the Flash Walker/L.Z. Bryan Athletic Scholarship Committee.
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FLASH WALKER/L.Z. BRYAN CAREER PREPARATION SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● One (1) scholarship of $2,000 will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who has participated in Career Preparation Coop for at least one
year
● Must plan to continue academic or vocational education for at least two more years
● Must show aptitude for college work
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● A scholarship of $2,000 will be paid over two years, with $1,000 being paid upon proof of
enrollment each fall semester.
Selection: ● The recipient will be selected by the Flash Walker/L.Z. Bryan Vocational Scholarship
Committee.
FREEPORT EAST ENDERS SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Two (2) scholarships of $500 each will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must be African American or Hispanic student with roots from the East End.
● Must show aptitude for college level work.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript including Rank, GPA, and SAT scores
● Submit two letters of recommendation from high school teachers.
● Submit a 300 word typed essay on the topic: “Why do you believe you deserve this
scholarship.”
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to recipient upon receipt of proof of enrollment.
Selection: ● Selection will be made by a committee of the Freeport East Enders.
● Committee may wish to interview finalists as a part of the decision making process.
FREEPORT HOST LION'S CLUB ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Two (2) scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must show an aptitude for college work
● Must demonstrate good conduct in school and community
● Must plan to attend an accredited college, university or trade school
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a typed essay of no more than 300 words “Describe your career goals and why you
should be awarded this scholarship.”
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
● $500 will be paid for first semester. Another $500 will be paid for second semester upon
receipt
of proof of successful completion of first semester coursework.
Selection: ● Selection will be made by a committee of the Freeport Host Lions Club
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FREEPORT HOST LION'S CLUB VOCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Five (5) scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must attend an accredited trade school program (construction trades, electrician, welding,
process technology, beauty school, culinary arts, auto mechanic…)
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a typed essay of no more than 300 words
“Describe your career goals and why you should be awarded this scholarship.”
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the trade school upon receipt of proof enrollment.
● $500 will be paid for first semester. Another $500 will be paid for second semester upon receipt
of proof of successful completion of first semester coursework.
Selection: ● Selection will be made by a committee of the Freeport Host Lions Club with recommendation
from Brazosport High School faculty.
GARY NETTLETON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● Gary Nettleton was a student at Brazosport High School. He was in the class of 1956.
However, because of obstacles in his path, he did not graduate. He later received his GED in the
air force, attended community college and graduated from Washington State University, cum
laude. He died in October 2003 in an automobile accident. This scholarship is provided to
encourage a Brazosport High School student who has overcome obstacles to continue his/her
education.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $500 will be awarded upon proof of enrollment in at least 9 hours.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must plan to attend college the semester after graduation
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit on a separate page, include an essay “Describe the obstacles that have overcome so far
in your life while getting to where you are. Also address your ability to overcome barriers in
your life to continue with you education. “
Additional
Information: ● Financial need will be a consideration
● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● The Brazosport High School scholarship committee will select the recipient. Special
consideration will be given to those students who have overcome barriers and obstacles to
become successful. Finalists may be interviewed.
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GRACE WALKES-CAHEE SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● The Grace Walkes-Cahee Scholarship was formed December 2012 as an effort to aid individual
students in pursuing a college degree. This scholarship recognizes and encourages academic
achievement along with community involvement. Although this scholarship is not limited to a
degree in education, it is preferred.
Award Amount: ● Two scholarships for $500.00 will be awarded to two individuals. (If only one applicant
qualifies, then one scholarship for $1,000 will be awarded.)
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who completed 5th and 6
th grade at Lanier Middle School
● Must have a minimum GPA of 2.75
● Must enroll in a 2 year junior college or 4 year college/university in the fall directly following
graduation with plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree.
● Must be active in your community
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript and recent report card
● Submit a 200 word essay which includes:
1) Your biggest motivation for attending college. 2) The most influential person in your life and why, and 3) Describe/discuss your involvement in the community.
● Submit a copy of your college acceptance letter that you will be attending in the fall.
● Submit two letters of recommendation, one from a teacher and the other from a community
member.
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment. Scholarship
money can be used for tuition, fees, books, or room and board.
Selection: ● Selection will be made by Grace Walkes-Cahee.
HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO SCHOLARSHIPS
Information: ● The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's Educational Program offers several scholarships see
qualifications and criteria on their website: www.rodeohouston.com *School Art Scholarships *Exhibitors Scholarship *Area Go Texan Scholarship *Texas 4-H Scholarship *Texas FFA Scholarship *Ag Mechanic Technical Scholarship *Hildebrand Family Scholarship *Military Scholarship *Metropolitan Scholarship *Opportunity Scholarship
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HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO METROPOLITAN SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's Educational Program is a significant part of the
show's mission - benefiting youth, supporting education, and facilitating better agricultural
practices through exhibitions and presentation. Since that first scholarship in 1957, the show has
committed more than $140 million in direct educational program support. The HLSR awards
214 four-year, $15,000 Metropolitan Scholarships to outstanding students graduating from
Houston-area public school districts including Brazoria County
Award Amount: ● A four year scholarship worth $18,000
Eligibility: ● The applicant must be a citizen of the United States or be born in the United States and be a
resident of the state of Texas. Students with permanent residence status are not eligible. ● The applicant must be a graduating senior or have been a qualified mid-term graduate of one of
the accredited participating public senior high schools in the school districts listed. ● The applicant must be a graduating senior ranked in the upper quarter of his/her graduating class
at the completion of his/her first semester of the senior year. ● No application will be accepted without SAT or ACT scores. Applicants must score a minimum
of 1350 on the SAT (based on all three parts combined) or 19 on the ACT composite ● Applicant must enroll in or plan to enroll in either a college or university in the state of Texas
and participate in a curriculum leading to a bachelor's degree. ● Leadership potential and character of the applicant should be demonstrated through an
applicant's responses to the categories of the application detailing school, extracurricular, and
community activities and achievements.
Requirements: ● Submit a special application available only online at www.rodeohouston.com Click on the tab
at the top tiled “Scholarships” and then the “Apply for Scholarships” link. ● Submit a typed or handwritten narrative of no more than two, 8½-inch by 11-inch sheets,
double-spaced. The narrative is extremely important, as it takes the place of a personal
interview. It should address why a college education is important to the applicant and what
he/she plans to do for a career. In the narrative, the applicant also should present any
information to which he/she feels the evaluators should pay particular attention. Applicant's
name, address and high school must appear as a heading to the narrative in the upper right hand
corner of page one. Applications submitted without a narrative will not be considered. ● Submit References: Each applicant may submit up to three letters of personal reference from
people other than the school official who certifies application material.
Additional
Information: ● Online applications submitted and all supplementary materials should be sent to the Houston
Livestock Show and Rodeo Office of Educational Programs, P.O. Box 20070, Houston, Texas
77225-0070. Applications may also be delivered to the Office of Educational Programs.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, 2nd floor, Reliant Center, 8334 Fannin Street, Houston,
Texas 77054. If delivered, applications should be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on the
deadline date. (February 8) Late applications will not be accepted.
Selection: ● For the purposes of evaluation of applicants, an evaluation committee selected by the Houston
Livestock Show and Rodeo will review all properly completed applications. Incomplete
applications will not be considered. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of academics,
character, leadership/citizenship and financial need.
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HOUSTON LIVESTOCK SHOW AND RODEO OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's Educational Program is a significant part of the
show's mission - benefiting youth, supporting education, and facilitating better agricultural
practices through exhibitions and presentation. The HLSR will award 106 four-year, $15,000
scholarships to outstanding students graduating from Houston-area public school district
including in Brazoria County
Award Amount: ● A four year scholarship worth $16,000
Eligibility: ● Academic Standing: The applicant must be a graduating senior ranked in the upper half (1/2) of
his/her graduating class at the completion of his/her first semester of the senior year. ● Citizenship: Applicant must be a citizen of the United States or be born in the United States and
a resident of the state of Texas. Students with permanent resident status are not eligible to apply. ● Graduation: The applicant must graduate at the end of the spring semester immediately
following the award of the scholarship. ● College Entrance Examination: College Entrance Examination: No application will be accepted
without SAT OR ACT test scores. SAT1210/ ACT17 or higher. ● Collegiate Acceptance/Enrollment: The applicant must enroll or plan to enroll in either a college
or university within the confines of the state of Texas and participate in a curriculum leading to
a bachelor’s degree. No application will be accepted from a student who has not applied for
admission by the application deadline. ● Activities: Leadership potential and character of the applicant should be demonstrated through
an applicant’s responses to the categories of the application detailing school, extracurricular and
community activities and achievements.
Requirements: ● Submit a special application available only online at www.rodeohouston.com Click on the tab
at the top tiled “Scholarship Area”. ● Submit a typed or handwritten narrative of no more than two, 8 ½” x 11” sheets, double-spaced.
There is no specific topic or theme; however, the narrative should clearly indicate the
importance of a college education and career goals. ● Submit References: Each applicant may submit a maximum of three (3) letters of personal
reference from persons who are well acquainted with him/her. References either may be typed
or handwritten or should include the name, address and daytime phone number of the person
making the recommendation, as well as an indication of the person’s relationship to the
applicant (teacher, minister, employer, relative, etc.) No more than three letters may be
submitted per applicant; no letter should exceed two pages in length. ● Submit Documentation: Each application must be accompanied by an official transcript,
citizenship documentation, if place of birth is other than the United States; official proof of
either SAT or ACT scores; and narrative. The block containing class rank and SAT / ACT must
be filled out by the school registrar where indicated.
Additional
Information: ● Online applications submitted and all supplementary materials should be sent to the Houston
Livestock Show and Rodeo Office of Educational Programs, P.O. Box 20070, Houston, Texas
77225-0070. Applications may also be delivered to the Office of Educational Programs.
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, 2nd floor, Reliant Center, 8334 Fannin Street, Houston,
Texas 77054. If delivered, applications should be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on the
deadline date. (February 8) Late applications will not be accepted.
Selection: ● For the purposes of evaluation of applicants, an evaluation committee selected by the Houston
Livestock Show and Rodeo will review all properly completed applications. Incomplete
applications will not be considered. Applicants are evaluated on the basis of academics,
character, leadership/citizenship and financial need.
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JEREMY HILL MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Information ● This scholarship is ginen in the memory of Jeremy Michael Hill. Jeremy was born November
13, 1989 and he graduated from Brazosport High School in 2008. While attending BISD,
Jeremy played football, basketball and ran rack. He had a passion for prapping because he
lloved telling stories. If you ever met Jeremy you would never forget that smile. Jeremy left
this life on September 1, 2013. Hin honor of his bond brother, MJ White created this
scholarship in Jeremy’s name whom he had known since he was 5 years old with an inseperable
bond that continued until his death.
Award Amount: ● Two (2) $500 scholarships will be awarded- one boy and one girl
Eligibility: ● Must be a Brazosport High School graduate ● Must be Freeport resident ● Must have attended Brazosport High School for two full years ● Must have been a 2 year Varsity participant in the sports of Football, Basketball, or Track. ● Must attend college the fall after graduation
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher ● Submit another letter of recommendation from a non-relative ● Submit a essay on the topic: “State one word that describes you and tell why.” ● Submit acceptance letter to college.
Additional
Information: ● Scholarship payable to the recipient upon verification of full time enrollment in a college or
university
Selection: ● Jeremy Hill Memorial Scholarship Selection Committee will choose the recipient.
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JOHN MAGEE CHORAL SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● This scholarship was established by friends and former students of John Magee, a respected and
long-time choral music educator. Mr. Magee served Freeport High School and later Brazosport
High School where he worked until his retirement in 1983. Mr. Magee was instrumental in the
design and construction of the John Magee Performance Center. In recognition of his
commitment to the arts and music education, this scholarship fund was established to encourage
the continuing education of our senior choir students.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $1,000 will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior.
● Must show aptitude for college work and have applied or have been accepted to a college or
university.
● Must be a member of the Brazosport High School Choir
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a letter of recommendation
● Submit an essay on the topic, “How has being involved in music impacted your life, and how
do you plan on keeping music a part of your life after high school.”
Additional
Information: ● Years of participation in high school choral activities
● Overall GPA and music grades
● Participation in other music activities, both in school and outside
● Participation in other activities, both in school and outside
● Honors and recognition received, music and otherwise
● Financial need
● Continued interest in choral music
Selection: ● A scholarship committee appointed by the John Magee Reunion Committee will select the
recipient. The committee reserves the right to not make an award, if applicants do not meet the
committee’s criteria.
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JOHN TRACY BASEBALL SCHOLARSHIP
Information ● John Tracy was a beloved member of the Brazosport community. He loved baseball and
softball. He coached American Legion, Babe Ruth, Little League teams through the years. This
scholarship is in his honor. The Tracy family have raised funds for this scholarship for over 18
years through our annual Fishing Tournament.
Award Amount: ● One $1,500 scholarship will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who is playing varsity baseball at Brazosport High School
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript ● Submit a letter of recommendation (optional) ● Submit an essay regarding your plans for the future
Additional
Information: ● Scholarship payable to the recipient upon verification of full time enrollment in a college or
university
Selection: ● A committee appointed by the Tracy family will choose the recipient.
JOHN TRACY SOFTBALL SCHOLARSHIP
Information ● John Tracy was a beloved member of the Brazosport community. He loved baseball and
softball. He coached American Legion, Babe Ruth, Little League teams through the years. This
scholarship is in his honor. The Tracy family have raised funds raised for this scholarship for
over 18 years through our annual Fishing Tournament.
Award Amount: ● One $1,500 scholarship will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who is playing varsity softball at Brazosport High School
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript ● Submit a letter of recommendation (optional) ● Submit an essay regarding your plans for the future
Additional
Information: ● Scholarship payable to the recipient upon verification of full time enrollment in a college or
university
Selection: ● A committee appointed by the Tracy family will choose the recipient.
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JTC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP –( IN MEMORY OF JASON THOMAS CAMP)
Award Amount: ● One $500 scholarship
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who demonstrates academic achievement and who: o Lost one or both parents in household; or
o Experienced the loss of a close family member in household; or
o Is a foster child; or adopted
o Is from a single parent household with financial need.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript ● Submit essay that is a written description of your family life (see criteria above)
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
● JTC Foundation information available at www.jtcfoundation.org
Selection: ● The JTC Foundation Board Members will make the scholarship selections.
JUNIOR SERVICE LEAGUE SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Twelve $500 Scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors who attend high school at:
Angleton High School, Brazosport Christian School, Brazosport High School, or Brazoswood
High School.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior ● Must be in the top third (33%) of the class ● Must enroll and attend a college, university or vocational school during the fall semester
immediately following graduation from high school
Requirements: ● Submit the Junior Service League Special Application ● Submit a transcript showing class rank ● Submit two letters of recommendation from teachers at your high school or teachers you
currently work with through PALS ● Submit a one-page typewritten essay expressing past, present, and future participation in
volunteer work and community service and its importance to you and others. The applicant’s
name must be on the essay page.
Additional
Information: ● No incomplete applications will be considered ● Each student will receive $500 in the fall semester ● Money will be paid to the recipient upon receiving proof of fall registration by Oct. 1, 2016.
Selection: ● The Junior Service League Scholarship Committee will select the scholarship recipients. An
interview may be required. The following will be considered when choosing the recipients of
these scholarships: o Volunteer work
o Community service
o Financial need
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LA CASONA SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount ● Five $500 scholarships will be awarded
Eligibility ● Must be a graduating senior
● Must plan to attend a junior college or university
● Financial need will be a strong consideration
Requirements ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit transcript
● Submit a 200 word essay indicating financial need
Additional
Information
● Scholarship will be awarded when La Casona receives verification of the recipient’s
enrollment as a full-time student at a university or college
Selection Brazosport High School Scholarship Committee will decide
LANIER MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Three or more scholarships of at least $500 each will be awarded. The amount and number of
scholarships may vary from year to year.
Eligibility: ● Must be an African American student ● Must be a graduating senior ● Must show aptitude for college work ● Must show financial need
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript including SAT/ACT scores ● Submit a letter of recommendation
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● A committee of the R. O’Hara Lanier Scholarship and Lanier Alumni Association, with the
recommendations of high school personnel, will select four recipients.
LANIER MIDDLE SCHOOL PTA SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● One scholarship of $250 will be awarded, payable with proof of enrollment at any college or
university
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior, who has attended 5th and 6
th grades at Lanier Middle School
● Must show aptitude for college work ● Must have the highest GPA of those who attended Lanier Middle School
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● A committee from Lanier’s PTA and the high school administration will select the recipient.
Applicants may be interviewed by the committee.
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LON TULLOS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● One $1,000.00 scholarship payable in two equal payments.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior of Brazosport High School.
● Must plan to enroll in Brazosport College.
● Must have attended Brazosport High School for two years including his/her senior year.
● Must graduate with at least an overall B grade average.
● Must graduate in the upper 50% of the senior class.
● Must show an aptitude for scholastic achievement.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript including Rank and GPA
● Submit a transcript from Brazosport College if you have taken dual credit courses
● Submit an essay explaining the importance of the scholarship to him/her. (Must be on a
separate sheet of paper attached to the application form, must include the applicant’s
telephone number, and signature) ● Submit two letters of recommendation from his/her high school teachers.
Additional
Information: ● Financial need will be considered, but will not be the determining factor
● Any application not fully completed with the attached essay, transcript, and teacher
recommendations will not be considered.
Selection: ● The selection committee will name the scholarship winner after reviewing all applications and
after consulting with school personnel. An alternate will be selected in case an award recipient
defaults.
MARTIN LUTHER KING CELEBRATION COMMITTEE, INC. OF BRAZORIA COUNTY
Information: ● The Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Brazoria County, Inc. is a regionally
respected community foundation. The purpose of the fundis to support scholarship awards for
local high school seniors, who plan to pursue higher education past the secondary school level.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $250- will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating Senior ● Must be African American student ● Must show aptitude for college work ● Must demonstrate participation in school, church, and community service activities.
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
Additional
Information: ● Any student who plans to participate in college varsity athletics as a recipient of a full athletic
scholarship cannot be considered.
● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment and must be use the
following school year after graduation.
● Scholarship will be awarded after September 1st of 2016
Selection: ● The scholarship committee of the Martin Luther King Celebration Committee of Brazoria
County will review all applications and will select the recipient.
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NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR THE PROFESSIONAL ADVANCEMENT OF BLACK CHEMISTS AND
CHEMICAL ENGINEERS
Award Amount: ● An award of $500 will be given to the recipient upon documentation of college enrollment.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior ● Must be an African American student. ● Must have a “B” average ● Must be an active participant in at least two extracurricular activities ● Must be an active participant in one or more church and civic activities
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit two letters of recommendation
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● The NOBCCHE Scholarship Commission will choose the recipient based on grades,
extracurricular activities and financial need.
OMEGA PSI PHI FRATERNITY, INC. – RHO XI CHAPTER
Award Amount: ● A $500 scholarship
Eligibility: ● Must be a senior in high school ● Must be African American ● Must have At least 2.5 GPA or higher
Requirements: ● Submit a completed OMEGA PSI PHI Special Application ● Submit a transcript
● Submit two (2) letters of reference, specific forms for these are provide ● Submit a copy of your letter of acceptance to the college you plan to attend after graduation ● Submit a 200 word essay as described in the application
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
● Recipient will be invited to a reception sponsored by Omega Psi Phi
Selection: ● Recipient will be selected by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Scholarship Committee.
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ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR VELASCO CHAPTER #220
Award Amount: ● Scholarship amount varies and is based on the number of applicants.
Eligibility: ● Must demonstrate good conduct in school and community ● Must enroll in a local community college
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
Additional
Information: ● The scholarship(s) will be paid upon proof of registration in a local community college
Selection: ● Recipient will be selected by the scholarship committee of the Order of the Eastern Star,
Velasco Chapter #220
PEER ASSISTANCE AND LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● $200 Scholarship. More than one scholarship may be given if funds are available
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior.
● Must be a current or former member of the Peer Assistance & Leadership Program
● Must have a minimum 2.5 GPA
Requirements ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit two (2) recommendations from members of the community (who are not related to you)
AND two (2) recommendations from current teachers at Brazosport High School.
(These four (4) recommendations should discuss how the applicant has shown outstanding
leadership with their peers) ● Write a short essay, 1-2 pages in length, responding to the following 2 questions:
“What have you done during your high school career to demonstrate leadership?”, and “How do you plan to continue being a leader after graduation?”
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● Selection will be made by PAL Sponsor and PAL Selection Committee.
PETER THOMPSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Varies each year
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior ● Must have participated in Brazosport High School Band or Orchestra all four years of high
school ● Must have a “B” or better GPA
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● Members of the Peter Thompson Memorial Scholarship Committee will select the recipient
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ROCKING AT SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Varies each year
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior
Requirements: ● Submit the Rocking AT Scholarship Application
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient upon receipt of proof college enrollment
Selection: ● Members of the Peter Thompson Memorial Scholarship Committee will select the recipient
SHINTECH-ODAGIRI SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● Scholarships will be awarded annually by Shintech in honor of Mr. S. Odagiri, former chairman
of Shin-Etsu Chemical, the parent company of Shintech.
Award Amount: ● Two $1,250 scholarships
Eligibility: ● Must be a well rounded student in all areas ● Must have taken a rigorous course of study, especially in science. ● Must be planning to attend a four year college or university ● Must major in chemistry or engineering
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● The award will be forwarded to the recipient’s college after verification of college enrollment.
Selection: ● Financial need is not a factor, however the amount of other awards will be considered. The
Brazosport HS Scholarship Committee will select the recipient based on the recommendations
of the science faculty. The selection will be reviewed by Shintech for concurrence.
STEPHEN F. AUSTIN ELEMENTARY PTO SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● Two scholarships of $500 will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior who attended Stephen F. Austin Elementary for 4 school
years.
● Must be in the top quarter (25%) of the class.
● Must show strong academic achievement, community involvement, and volunteer services.
● Must show aptitude for college work
● Must maintain a 2.5 GPA.
Requirements ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a one (1) page essay on, “How Stephen F. Austin has made an impact on my education.”
● Submit a photo
Additional
Information: ● Award will be paid to the recipient’s college upon receipt of proof college enrollment
● $250 will be paid each semester
Selection: ● Recipient will be selected by a committee from Stephen F. Austin Elementary
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TDECU SCHOLARSHIPS
Information: ● This scholarship has been created to encourage students to pursue vocational or professional
education to serve the industrial or private sector.
Award Amount: ● A $1,500 scholarship will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must be a TDECU member—include TDECU account number on application ● Must have a grade average of at least a “C” in high school ● Must earnestly desire to further his/her education ● Financial need will be a consideration ● Leadership skills ● If student attends a vocational school it must be accredited by a regional accrediting association,
a state agency of the national association of trade or technical schools
Requirements: ● Submit a completed TDECU Special Application.
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● The scholarship the award will be paid over two semesters. The second semester payment
($750) will be made upon receipt of verification of the completion of the first semester with at
least a “C” average.
Selection: ● Made by the TDECU Scholarship committee
TEXAS ROC FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP
Award Amount: ● A $250 scholarship will be awarded.
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior ● Must enroll in a higher education institution
● Must be involved in the community
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit essay: Tell us your story on our Facebook page and why you believe you deserve the
scholarship.
● Like/Follow the Texas ROC Foundation page on social media.
Additional
Information: ● A check will be mailed to recipient upon proof of enrollment
Selection: ● Selection made by members of the Texas ROC Foundation
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TONY PARTEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● This scholarship has been created to encourage students to pursue a career in Auto Mechanics
field and planning to attend college
Award Amount: ● Amount will be determined at a later date.
Eligibility: ● Must be a senior or Junior planning to attend college majoring in Auto Mechanics or
Mechanical field
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a letter of recommendation from someone other than a family member
Additional
Information: ● Financial Need may be considered. ● Must submit proof of enrollment before payment can be made
● If the student drops out of classes before the end of the semester, except for good and valid
reasons, the scholarship will be treated as a loan and must be repaid within 12 months from the end
of that semester.
● If the student fails or drops a class they will not be eligible for the second installment of the
scholarship except for good and valid reasons.
Selection: ● Made by the friends and family of Tony Parten
TRANSPORTATION CLUB OF BRAZOSPORT
Award Amount: ● One (1), $750 scholarship will be awarded
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior and show aptitude for college work
● Must show financial need
● Must plan to pursue at least two years of academic or vocational education after high
school
Requirements: ● Submit a Transportation Club Of Brazosport Application
● Submit a transcript with your SAT or ACT scores
● Submit a 1-page essay on “Your personal, educational, and career goals and how a scholarship
will help you achieve them” on the back of your application.
Additional
Information: ● The award must be used within one year.
Selection: ● Selection will be made by a committee of three members of the Transportation Club of
Brazosport
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UNITED DAUGHTERS OF THE CONFEDERACY – LAMAR FONTAINE CHAPTER
Award Amount: ● $500
Eligibility: ● Be an American Citizen and a descendant of a Confederate soldier. ● Be a single student in the senior class of an accredited high school. ● Plan to use this scholarship award at a Texas College within one year of receiving it.
Requirements: ● Submit the Daughters of the Confederacy- Lamar Fontaine Chapter Application
● Submit an essay of 50 words or less stating why you feel you should receive the Lamar Fontaine
33 United Daughters of the Confederacy scholarship.
● Submit a Completed lineage chart.
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Only applications completed in each detail will be reviewed.
● The amount of the Scholarship is payable $300.00 for the first semester to the college you are
attending. If the student should fail to enroll or leave the college or university, any unused
portion of the Scholarship shall be returned to the Lamar Fontaine Chapter, United Daughters of
the Confederacy.
Selection: ● A committee of three shall review all applications.
VELASCO SEAGULLS OUTSTANDING STUDENT AWARD
Information: ● Ex-students of Velasco Junior High School in celebration and recognition of the spirit and
heritage of their former school have banded together to award a scholarship to an outstanding
Brazosport High School senior.
Award Amount: ● A scholarship of $200
Eligibility: ● Must have attended Velasco Elementary for at least two years
● Must have an overall “B” or better average in high school
● Must demonstrate a well rounded interest in school and community activities
● Must plan to attend an accredited college, university or trade school during the year following
graduation
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
Additional
Information: ● Scholarship will be awarded to the recipient upon proof of registration for a minimum of 12
semester hours.
Selection: ● Recipient will be selected by a group of ex-students of Velasco Jr. High
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VELASCO MASONIC LODGE #757 – AF & AM MIRABEAU LAMAR SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● Mirabeau Lamar was the “father of public schools” in Texas. He was governor and grand
master of the Masonic Lodges of Texas. Masonic Lodges across Texas have always supported
public schools and libraries throughout the state. The Velasco Masonic Lodge is more than 100
years old and started the first public library in Brazoria County in the late 1890’s. Education is
always a high priority for Masons in Texas. With this in mind, this scholarship was established
Award Amount: ● $500
Eligibility: ● Must be a graduating senior ● Must demonstrate good conduct in school and community ● Must show financial need ● Must graduate in the top 25% of the graduating class
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a brief explanation of financial need. ● Submit a letter of recommendation ● Submit essay on the topic: “The importance of community involvement and helping others, and
how you think this charitable service makes and impact on others.”
Additional
Information: ● Scholarship will be paid with $250 being paid upon proof of enrollment in a minimum of 12
hours. The student must submit proof of at least a “C” average on the first semester transcript to
receive the second semester payment of $250. ● Student must attend college and use this scholarship the year after graduation.
Selection: ● The recipient will be selected by Brooks Bass at the recommendation of the high school
administration (979-236-1768)
WASTE CONNECTIONS, INC. SCHOLARSHIP
Information: ● Waste Connections, Inc. Of Texas is a nationwide provider of solid waste management services
to municipalities and businesses. They strive to contribute to and improve the quality of life in
the local communities where their employees live and work. One way they do that is by
offering scholarships to graduating seniors in Brazoria county. Their philosophy is that
commitment to education in their communities is among the best investments they can make.
Award Amount: ● Three (3) $1,000 scholarships
Eligibility: ● Must be a senior in a Brazoria County high school
● Must be in the top 50% of graduating class
● Must attend a two-year or four-year college or university after graduation
● Must have an interest in the environment
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit essay on a separate sheet, “Explain your interest in the environment, and how you plan
on incorporating that interest into the rest of your life.”
Additional
Information: ● Participation in school and/or community activities is desired
● Economic need shall be considered if there are candidates of equal worthiness
Selection: ● Those receiving scholarships will be recognized at the school Awards Night ceremony and are
encouraged to participate in a reception hosted by Waste Connections, Inc. in early June.
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WILSON MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Information: ● These two scholarships, given to one boy and one girl, have been established by Charles
Wilson, a 1953 graduate of Brazosport High School, as a way to memorialize his wife, June
Dominy Wilson, and his parents, Charles J. Wilson, Sr. And Martha Estelle Wilson.
Award Amount: ● $4,000 will be awarded over the course of 4 years, $1000 each year. (can defer 1st year-So
would be $1333.33 for 3 years) Two scholarships will be awarded: one boy and one girl.
Eligibility: ● Must have demonstrated college-level academic capability
● Must show involvement with in school or community activities.
● Must attend an accredited college or university beginning after graduation
● Must demonstrate financial need
Requirements: ● Submit the Brazosport High School Local Scholarship Application
● Submit a transcript
● Submit a description or resume of your in school and community activities
● Submit a copy of current tax documents or the FAFSA report to demonstrate financial need
● Submit a faculty letter of recommendation that explains “why they feel the nominee deserving,
but without revealing the nominee's identity or ethnicity.”
● Submit a 300-500 word essay on the topic: “What I hope to accomplish during my first 10 years
after graduating from Brazosport High School”
Additional
Information: ● Scholarship will be awarded over 4 years ($1,000 each year) upon proof of registration first year
and then proof of maintaining the minimum academic standards (listed below) each year.
● Completion of at least 24 semester hours within a 12-month period.
● Maintain a C or better average on all college or university course work
● Applicants should not reveal their ethnicity, race, or religious affiliation (if any).
Selection: ● A faculty committee will choose three boy and three girl nominees from among the applicants
for each scholarship to be awarded. A selection committee of community members and the
scholarship patron, Charles Wilson, will select the two recipients after all names and other
identifying information have been deleted from application materials.