benton library media center21st century research scholarship
Purpose
Benton Library Media Center’s 21st Century Research Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who exemplify traits of a 21st century learner, such as use of online library resources, deep inquiry, use of social media, and networked learning.
Award
2 awards will be given for $300 each to the top 2 applicants. Award is presented as a check directly to the student. Preference is that the award is spent on textbooks and/or digital devices, such as laptops or iPads. An inspirational book of library staff ’s choice will also be presented with the award.
Due Date
Applications are due on Friday, April 15th, 2011.
Eligibility
Students must have a GPA of at least 2.5 to apply for the award. Only seniors may apply for the award.
Selection Criteria
Students must complete the attached application. The application consists of demographic information as well as short answer essay questions. Proof and/or artifacts of research skills may be attached as needed.
Selection Process
Applications will be reviewed by Benton Library Media Center staff and evaluated according to a rubric assigning points from 1-5 (low to high) for each question. The students with the top 2 scores will be awarded the scholarship.
Presentation of Award
Scholarship will be presented at the annual Benton High School Scholarship Assembly.
Questions
Any questions about the application process or scholarship should be directed to Mrs. Corey, Library Media Specialist.
DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Full Name ____________________________________
Address ______________________________________
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Twitter Username ________________________
Class Rank _____________
ACT Score _____________
List any honors or awards you have received.
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List any school activities or sports in which you have participated.
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Provide a brief statement of your financial need.
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application for scholarshipattach pages/artifacts as needed
FOR THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS . . . Please feel free to type your answers on a separate sheet of paper. Include artifacts, such as screenshots, hyperlinks, or PDFs, as needed to explain.
How has social media has helped you grow as a learner?
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How have the resources provided by Benton Library Media Center has helped you as a student at Benton High School?
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Give examples of how you’ve developed your research and inquiry skills using library resources and/or social media with a SPECIFIC ASSIGNMENT in one of your classes.
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If you receive this scholarship, what do you plan to do with the money received?
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RETURN APPLICATION TO COUNSELING CENTER BY APRIL 15TH. AWARD WILL BE PRESENTED AT THE ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP ASSEMBLY AT BENTON HIGH SCHOOL.
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