The Community Friends of ICS announces the sponsorship of 26 educational scholarships in the amount of $750 to be given to two seniors in each of the thirteen counties served by ICS. The scholarship is for the first year of college or vocational training and will be awarded in two allotments of $375.
Any high school senior, who is a former Head Start student or has a sister or brother currently enrolled in Head Start, may apply. Applicants may complete an application form which requires a typed composition on, “How This Scholarship will Benefit Me.” Applicants must also obtain a written recommendation from their principal, counselor, or teacher. Applicants must be eligible to enroll in an academic, vocational or technical institution, and submit proof of enrollment before receiving the award.
Applications forms may be obtained from the high school or local Head Start center and may be returned to the Community Friends of ICS at PO Box 5711, Holly Springs, MS 38634 no later than March 12, 2010. Those chosen will be notified by mail.
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