Palatine Jaycees offering $1,500 scholarships

The Palatine Jaycees are seeking applicants to compete for at least three $1,500 scholarships that will be presented June 16 as part of their annual leadership scholarship program.

"The Jaycees are a leadership training organization and we want to reward high school seniors who demonstrate outstanding leadership qualities," said Ellen Dugosh, this year's scholarship chair.

Applicants must be graduating high school seniors who reside in either the 60067 or 60074 ZIP code and plan to continue their education. In addition to the scholarship, winners will be invited to participate in the village's Fourth of July parade.

Applications can be obtained from the Palatine Jaycee website at www.palatinejaycees.org, by email at scholarships@palatinejaycees.org or by calling (847) 604-0288. Applications are also available from guidance counselors at Fremd, Palatine and St. Viator high schools.

Applicants must write a two-page essay about their leadership skills within the community, church and/or school. A committee of Jaycees will select the most outstanding applicants based on their accomplishments and contributions.