Scholarships
Math camp scholarship: The Zonta Club of St. Charles-Geneva-Batavia is offering a scholarship to enable girls who complete the sixth grade in June 2008 to explore the world of mathematics and its importance in many career fields.
Tuition covers the one-week session, which will be July 20-25 on the campus of Western Illinois University in Macomb.
Titled "Girl's Plus Math Camp," this annual program offers girls the opportunity to learn from professionals about how math impacts their various career fields.
By helping girls to understand the many applications of math in the work world, the program seeks to promote a greater interest in its study and appreciation of its importance as a life skill. Girls also are given opportunities to work on networking and leadership skills.
Girls completing the sixth grade this spring in any public or private school within the district area of Elgin Area School District U-46, Central Unit District 301, Kaneland Unit District 302, St. Charles Unit District 303, Geneva Unit District 304, or Batavia Unit District 101 are eligible.
Selection will be based on a strong interest in math and letters of recommendation from teachers or guidance counselors. Gifted status or minimum qualifying scores on standardized tests are not a criteria. Transportation to the camp is the responsibility of the recipient; no health or accident insurance is included.
A portion of the proceeds from the Zonta Club's annual silent auction, held the last Wednesday of October, is used to support these scholarship opportunities for local women. Local charities also benefit.
The Zonta silent auction has received support from local businesses and the community in recognition of the club's efforts to improve the lives of women both locally and internationally.
Applications for scholarships must be submitted no later than Feb. 25. Awards are made in April for the July 2008 program. Applications are available online at www.zonta-stcharles-geneva-batavia.org.
For details on the math camp, call Rebecca Williams at (630) 262-2032.
Junior League of Kane and DuPage Counties Inc: In keeping with its mission of promoting voluntarism and developing the potential of women, The Junior League of Kane and DuPage Counties Inc. recently announced that it is making scholarships available to local, college-bound, female high school students who have demonstrated a commitment to voluntarism.
Applications are now available online at www.jlkd.org and are being accepted through March 17.
Each year, the JLKD awards at least two $1,000 scholarships to the most deserving applicants.
To qualify, entrants must be female, college-bound high school seniors and reside in Kane, DuPage, Kendall or Will counties.
In addition to completing the application form, interested candidates must prepare a 200-word essay describing their volunteer experiences and how these activities have benefited them and their communities.
Additionally, each applicant must show proof of acceptance to an established, accredited college or university, and also submit a letter of recommendation from an academic advisor, counselor, teacher, employer or volunteer organization supervisor.
"There are so many wonderful things being done by young people who have committed themselves to giving something back to their communities," said president Mandie Cummins.
"We are pleased to recognize these young volunteers and to support them in their continuing education."
For details about the scholarships, visit www.jlkd.org or contact the Junior League of Kane & DuPage Counties Inc. at (630) 653-5989.
Founding Faculty Scholarships: Three Founding Faculty Scholarships, each worth 60 credit hours of tuition each at McHenry County College beginning the academic year 2007-2008, are available for MCC students or high school graduates, including June 2007 graduates.
The scholarship is intended for full-time students who enroll in at least 12 credit hours each semester at MCC and maintain at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average while at MCC. The award may be used for tuition only.
The Founding Faculty Scholarships are awarded in recognition of the contribution of retired founding faculty members David B. Hill, John D. Konitzer and Erwin Cornelius.
Deadline to apply is June 21. Applications are available in the MCC Financial Aid Office, Room A256, at McHenry County College, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake.
In addition to documents showing a commitment to learning, applicants must also submit a typed essay describing their most influential teacher. For details, contact Ginger Robinson at (815) 455-8911.
Teacher Education Scholarship: McHenry County College is offering a $300 teacher education scholarship for classes taken during fall 2007 semester.
The "Wallace Scholars Award," named after Suzanne Wallace, retired MCC speech department chair and instructor, celebrates her more than 30 years of service to education and supports the next generation of teachers.
Wallace served as speech department chair and instructor at MCC from 1969 until her retirement in July of 2001.
Applicants must intend to enroll as a full-time student for fall semester 2007, pursuing a career in teaching of any level or subject area and have a minimum of a 3.5 grade point average.
Applicants must provide a letter of recommendation from two academic instructors, provide evidence of community service and submit a 500-word essay on "Why I Choose to be a Teacher."
The application deadline is June 28. Applications are available in the MCC Financial Aid Office, Room A256, at MCC, 8900 Route 14, Crystal Lake. For details, call Ginger Robinson at (815) 455-8911.