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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReg 2024-05-06 Item 6A - Awards - Tukwila, City of Opportunity ScholarshipsCOUNCIL AGENDA SYNOPSIS Initials Meeting Date Prepared by Mayor's review Council review 5/6/24 CT ITEM INFORMATION ITEM NO. 6.A. STAFF SPONSOR: MAYOR MCLEOD ORIGINAL AGENDA DATE: 5/6/24 AGENDA ITEM TITLE Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Recipient Recommendations CATEGORY ® Discussion Mtg Date 5/6/24 Motion Mt Date 5/6/24 Resolution A1tg Date ❑ Ordinance AugtDate Bid Award Mtg Date ❑ Public Hearing ❑ Other Altg Date Altg Date SPONSOR ❑ Council ® Mayor ❑ Admin Svcs ❑ DCD ❑ Finance ❑ Fire ❑ P&R ❑ Police ❑ PW SPONSOR'S SUMMARY The Scholarship Selection Committee is recommending scholarships be awarded to Maurely Banos Gomez, Randy Huynh, Paytin Kupferer, Kalsoom Niazi, Tinbeet Yonas and Rosalina Lindsey. REVIEWED BY ❑ Trans&Infrastructure Svcs ❑ Community Svcs/Safety ❑ Finance & Governance ❑ LTAC ❑ Arts Comm. ❑ Parks Comm. DATE: COMMITTEE CHAIR: U Planning & Community Dev. ❑ Planning Comm. RECOMMENDATIONS: SPONSOR/ADMIN. COMMITTEE COST IMPACT / FUND SOURCE EXPENDITURE REQUIRED $10,000 AMOUNT BUDGETED $10,000 APPROPRIATION REQUIRED Fund Source: Comments: MTG. DATE RECORD OF COUNCIL ACTION 5/6/24 MTG. DATE ATTACHMENTS 5/6/24 Informational Memorandum dated 4/24/24 Applications 161 162 City of Tukwila Thomas McLeod, Mayor INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM TO: City Council FROM: Scholarship Selection Committee: Mayor Thomas McLeod, Council President Mohamed Abdi, Legislative Analyst Laurel Humphrey, Youth/Teen Recreation Coordinator Darren Hawkins, Foster High School College and Career Readiness Specialist Jennifer Fichamba DATE: April 24, 2024 SUBJECT: Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Recommended Recipients BACKGROUND In 2014 the City of Tukwila created the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship program to provide financial assistance to high school seniors living in Tukwila to assist them in continuing their education beyond high school. The resolution adopting the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship allocates $10,000 per calendar year for scholarship awards with each award being no less than $1,000 and no more than $5,000 each. Due to the quick turnaround time between the deadline to apply and the deadline to notify scholarship recipients, this matter has traditionally been forwarded directly to the full Council for review and approval. This year we advertised the scholarship on the City's website, in the Hazelnut, with the local high schools, on Scholarships.com and on TheWashBoard.org. DISCUSSION The deadline to apply for the City Scholarship is March 31 each year. Due to complications with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid form based on changes implemented by the federal government this year, the application deadline was extended to April 15. With the agreement of Council President Abdi, we are bringing the recommendations directly to the full Council at the May 6, 2024, Council meeting. The Scholarship Selection Committee comprised of Mayor Thomas McLeod, Council President Mohamed Abdi, Legislative Analyst Laurel Humphrey, Youth/Teen Recreation Coordinator Darren Hawkins, Foster High School College and Career Readiness Specialist Jennifer Fichamba, received and reviewed six applications submitted for consideration. RECOMMENDATION Based upon review of the applications, consideration of all the required components and discussion by the Committee, we are recommending the following scholarship awards be approved at the May 6 Council meeting: • $2,000 each to Maurely Banos Gomez, Randy Huynh, Paytin Kupferer and Kalsoom Niazi. • $1,000 each to Tinbeet Yonas and Rosalina Lindsey. Scholarship recipients will be invited to the June 3, 2024, City Council meeting to be recognized by the Council. ATTACHMENTS Scholarship applications for Maurely Banos Gomez, Randy Huynh, Paytin Kupferer, Kalsoom Niazi, Tinbeet Yonas and Rosalina Lindsey. 163 164 First Name: The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice. Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application Maurely Mailing Address: City, State, Zip: Primary Phone: Email: Last Name: Banos Gomez Tukwila Washingt 98168 Secondary Phone: Please attach the following financial documentation: • FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) I certify that the above information is true and correct and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is being given for the receipt of a scholarship; that City of Tukwila officials may verify the information on the application; and that deliberate misrepresentation of the information may subject me to prosecution under the applicable State and Federal laws. Signature Wtj(,t j i)0,00 N Y 12 Date . /26/2q Current High School: Foster High School HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email: Number of years attended HS: 4 torresj@tukwila.wednet.edu Grade Point Average (GPA): (2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale) Attach proof of GPA; your most recent official school transcript is required in a sealed envelope. School planning to attend next year: Address, City and State of School: 3.5 Central Washington University 400 E University Way, Ellensburg, WA 98926 List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation. - Improve problem solving skills - Improve time management skills - Maintain consistency in anything I do - Apply to as much financial help as I can get so money won't be a bearing factor during college. - Obtain an entry level position as a mechanical design engineer 165 List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school. - Seal of biliteracy -CPR certified -OSHA 10 -Bloodborne pathogens List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment experience. Please see attached List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for. Please see attached How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship? Counselor Teacher ❑ City Website ❑ Other Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please attach a separate document. cL-kaC Qd Attach a Personal Essay that shares how you have served your community and made a positive difference. The Community Vision for the City of Tukwila is The city of opportunity, the community of choice. How have you served your community in ways that have made a positive difference? A. The following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify for review by the scholarship committee. B. Your application will be returned to you if these items are not attached to this application. (NO EXCEPTIONS.) nProof of Residency: Most recent utility bill. ❑ Three Letters of Reference: 2 Academic References and 1 Community/Employer Reference. recent official high school transcript or official record alternative. Photocopies of your ❑Most transcript are not acce•table. (Must be in a sealed envelope.) ❑ Documentation demonstrating financial need: • FASFA Student Aid Report (SAR); AND • Written statement describing need for financial assistance. ❑ Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference. 166 STATEMENT OF ACCURACY I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me to the City of Tukwila Scholarship Selection Committee is true, correct and without forgery. I also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Program. I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to City of Tukwila's scholarship policy, I must provide evidence of enrollment/registration at the post -secondary institution of my choice before scholarship funds can be awarded. Signature of scholarship applicant: Maier) VOA 1 +�2 Date: Zl24 Witness thit Date: 12614 Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2024. No exceptions! 167 168 Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application Name: Randy Huynh Mailing Address: City, State, Zip: Tukwila, WA 98168 Mobile Phone: Email: Please attach the following financial documentation: • FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) I certify that the above information is true and correct and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is being given for the receipt of a scholarship; that City of Tukwila officials may verify the information on the application; and that deliberate misrepresentation of the information may subject me to prosecution under the applicable State and Federal laws. Signature Date _03/31/24 Current High School: Foster High School Number of years attended HS: 4 HS Counselor name & email: Jenni Standard, standardj@tukwila.wednet.edu Grade Point Average (GPA): 3.72 School planning to attend next year: Carleton College Address, City and State of School: Sayles Hill Campus Center, North College Street, Northfield, MN 55057 169 List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation. Major: Environmental Studies/Policy, Political Science Career Goal: Policymaker or Educator List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school. • Rotary Student of the Month (Dec 2023) • Envirothon Second Place Overall Achievement in King County (Mar 2023) • Certificate of Academic Achievement (9,10,11 grade) List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment experience. Activities 1) Student Govt./Politics Senior (1 yr) ASB President, Associated Student Body at Foster High School Engaged in creating community events to boost school spirit; oversees ASB meetings every 2 weeks to settle funds 2) Social Justice Junior & Senior (-1.5 yrs) Student Member, Title IX Task Force at Foster High School (2023) Assisted in updating Title IX policies, promoted student surveys, and facilitated listening sessions with students 3) Academic Sophomore, Junior, Senior (3 yrs) Mentee, Minds Matter Seattle I attended this program every weekend since Sep 2021, Awarded the honor to attend a summer program in NY state with a full -ride scholarship (2023) 4) Other Club/Activity Senior (2 wks) Student Participant, Environmental Studies Summer Youth Institute at Hobart & William Smith Colleges Gained a greater understanding of leadership and different areas of study in ENV SCl/STU, gained connections with students of various backgrounds 170 5) Community Service (Volunteer) Senior (12 wks) Student Teacher, 2023 Fall Teacher Academy Practicum at Tukwila School District I am taking a yearlong course to plan, lead, and teach primary school classes. In the end, I will obtain a certificate to teach as a paraprofessional. 6) Environmental Junior & Senior (2 yrs) Team Member/Team Coordinator, Envirothon Competition I was one of 5 members of my school and we studied everyday leading up to the competition. Currently competing in Mar 2024. Achieved second place overall in King County, WA (Mar 2023) 7) Environmental Junior & Senior (2 yrs) Treasurer, Environmental Science & Studies Club (ESSC) We host an environmentally focused learning series at our community center (inc. tree health and env. justice) and tabled at our city's open house to survey community members about their climate priorities. 8) Environmental Senior (- yrs) Solar Initiative Project In partnership with ESSC, I am currently creating a plan to install solar panels onto the roofs of our school. Work includes creating a presentation for the school board and contacting experts on solar energy. 9) Environmental Junior & Senior (2 yrs) (Former) Vice President, Gardening Club I planted, watered, and managed crops at my school's garden as well as created plans for the garden's future. I stepped down from the VP position to pursue my solar project. Responsibilities 1) Family Responsibilities 4 yrs Older Brother I am supporting my younger brother while he is receiving special education via helping with homework and reading aloud. 2) Work 2 yrs Newspaper Carrier, Seattle Times I fold and bag newspapers on Saturday nights with my aunt and uncle. 171 List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for. Rotary Student of the Month Scholarship - unknown scholarship amount so far Act Six Scholarship, Phase III - no longer qualify as I'm attending college out of state Dell Scholarship - applied but didn't advance Bulldog Dream Scholarship - applying Big Future Scholarship - applied Niche $5000 scholarship - applied Niche $25,000 "No Essay" Scholarship - applied $2000 Sallie Mae scholarship - applied $500 Niche High School Senior Scholarship - applied Niche High School Review Scholarship - applying How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship? I learned about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship through my school's College & Career Counselor, Miss Fichamba, as well as the school's librarian, Miss Shay, who thought I'd be a good fit for the scholarship. Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please attach a separate document. My current financial aid package for Carleton College nearly meets full -need, however it is still costly from the perspective that my family does not have a lot of money saved up. With that being said, my father doesn't have retirement savings, unlike my mother who does. We have a total household size of seven where my parents support me, my two siblings, and two grandparents. We also send $200 bimonthly to my younger cousin in Vietnam to support their education. I believe applying for additional aid is crucial because I want my college education to support my family rather than stop them from spending on necessities. Adjusted Gross Income: $93,740 Family Size: 7 Attach a Personal Essay that shares how you have served your community and made a positive difference. The Community Vision for the City of Tukwila is The city of opportunity, the community of choice. How have 172 you served your community in ways that have made a positive difference? "No means no!" It felt like something was burning in my throat from yelling so much. My lips were all chapped from the cold. From each breath I took, it was like shards of glass coming in and out of my lungs. As I marched along, I reflected on my identity prior to the protest. "I heard some kids posted flyers around about assembling people to start a strike," one person said. Apparently, the school made efforts to take down these posters, which is something I wouldn't have known about until my classmates began discussing it during chemistry. When the bell rang, my teacher sat us down and gave us a stern talk about the repercussions of protesting. They included that the school would administer unexcused absences and calls home. I was thinking about going at first, but the threats had made my body feel more uneasy. I always try staying in my comfort zone whenever a stressful event happens, but there wasn't anywhere I could feel comfortable given how the school had been treating the situation. By the end of my teacher's lecture, one statement echoed in my head throughout the day. "If you walked out that door right now, I won't stop you from leaving," they said. The weight of their words left us stunned to think about our choices. I noticed that my teacher refrained from applying their authority on our decisions, which led the power being up to us. Soon after, students were walking up to the door in increments to leave. As someone who abided by rules, I wasn't sure if it was in my power to leave the class. However, the alternative solution would've been to stay in class and do nothing, something I couldn't help but feel guilty about. I was hesitant to move and took some time to think before picking up my backpack, becoming one of the last people to head outside. When I came outside, there were many people who were unsure of what to do. Amidst the confusion, one of my friends was holding some signs and came to ask if I could hand a couple of them out. Having accepted the favor, I handed them out until I realized people weren't raising them any higher than their chest. In fact, these signs were only making people more lost. I felt responsible for this, so I sucked up my nervousness and raised my sign as high as I could. "No means no!" I yelled out. The crowd quieted down and my face quickly became flustered from embarrassment. "No means no!" My friend picked up on the chant and started repeating it with me. Signs were being held up in response and the echoes of other students followed my voice. Soon after, the organizers gathered everyone and rallied us to march around the neighborhood and give the school a taste of our voice. I decided I wanted to stand up taller than everyone else, yell harder than anyone else, and give all of my effort into leading those chants. We screamed, cried, and cheered for every victim who spoke up around the end of the protest. After a 173 soreful afternoon, the school put more affirmative action into assisting victims. Even though I have a greater presence in tackling these issues, I still don't feel like I've done enough. This moral dilemma drives me to keep going for the sake of others, yet takes a heavy toll on my mental health as I'm constantly worrying about if the things I do truly help. Reflecting on my actions now, some of the smallest things I've done have led to great accomplishments. Among the decisions I've made over the past couple of years, the decision I made the day of the protest was subtle; however, deciding to leave the class was the most important decision of my life. A. The following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify for review by the scholarship committee. B. Your application will be returned to you if these items are not attached to this application. (NO EXCEPTIONS.) Q Proof of Residency: Most recent utility bill. Three Letters of Reference: 2 Academic References and 1 Community/Employer Reference. Academic Reference 1) Gunning, Oisin - aunningona tukwila.wednet.edu v 2) Camacho, Joe - camachoj(a�tukwila.wednet.edu Community Reference 1) Hammond, Cheryl - cheryl.hammond@mindsmatterseattle.org Most recent official high school transcript or official record alternative. Photocopies of v your transcript are not acceptable. (Must be in a sealed envelope.) ❑✓ Documentation demonstrating financial need: • FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR); AND • Written statement describing need for financial assistance. Q Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference. STATEMENT OF ACCURACY I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me to the City of Tukwila Scholarship Selection Committee is true, correct and without forgery. I also consent that my picture may be taken and 174 used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Program. I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to City of Tukwila's scholarship policy, I must provide evidence of enrollment/registration at the post -secondary institution of my choice before scholarship funds can be awarded. Signature of scholarship applicant: Witness Date: 03/31/24 Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2024. No exceptions! 175 176 First Name: The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice. Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application Paytin Mailing Address: City, State, Zip: Primary Phone: Email: Last Name: Kupferer Tukwila WA 98168 Secondary Phone: Please attach the following financial documentation: • FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $ ° & number of members in the household 3 I certify that the above information is true and correct and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is being given for the receipt of a scholarship; that City of Tukwila officials may verify the information on the application; and that deliberate misrepresentation of the information may subject me to prosecution under the applicable State and Federal laws. Signature %y3cl\1\iA . Date4/15/24 Current High School: Foster High School HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email: Number of years attended HS: 4 Jenni Standard StandardJ@tukwila.wednet.edu Grade Point Average (GPA): (2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale) Attach proof of GPA; your most recent official school transcript is required in a sealed envelope. School planning to attend next year: Address, City and State of School: 3.65 ERAU, Colorado School of Mines, WSU, UW, UAF undecided List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation. I plan on attending a 4 year university to get my bachelors degree in Aerospace Engineering. After college I hope to land a career in my field of study from one of the local companies. 177 List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school. Foster High School honor roll (all 4 years), Lettered in Swimming (3 years) List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment experience. Tukwila Pool lifeguard, TinkRex 8051 (robotics community activities) List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for. 5 Washington Aerospace Scholars Scholarships (0 recieved), AWC Center for Quality Communities Scholarship (rejected), Amazon Scholarship (don't know yet), Jack Kent Cooke Foundation (rejected) How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship? Counselor E Teacher 0 City Website E Other Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please attach a separate document. My mom is unemployed and does not file taxes and we live with my Grandma who is retired. I have been applying to every scholarship I can and they havent gone in my favor. Attach a Personal Essay that shares how you have served your community and made a positive difference. The Community Vision for the City of Tukwila is The city of opportunity, the community of choice. How have you served your community in ways that have made a positive difference? A. The following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify for review by the scholarship committee. B. Your application will be returned to you if these items are not attached to this application. (NO EXCEPTIONS.) ✓ Proof of Residency: Most recent utility bill. V Three Letters of Reference: 2 Academic References and 1 Community/Employer Reference. recent official high school transcript or official record alternative. Photocopies of your 4/Most transcript are not acce stable. (Must be in a sealed envelope.) Documentation demonstrating financial need: • FASFA Student Aid Report (SAR) or annual income & household members; AND • Written statement describing need for financial assistance. V V Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference. 178 STATEMENT OF ACCURACY I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me to the City of Tukwila Scholarship Selection Committee is true, correct and without forgery. I also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Program. I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to City of Tukwila's scholarship policy, I must provide evidence of enrollment/registration at the post -secondary institution of my choice before scholarship funds can be awarded. l/ 1MISignature of sc 5larsh'. .plicant: ��i1C Date: �/ Witness Date: `, 12 Application must be postmarked by April 15, 2024. No exceptions! 179 180 The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice. First Name: Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application Kalsoom Mehrabb Mailing Address: City, State, Zip: Primary Phone: Email: Last Name: Niazi Tukwila WA 98168 Secondary Phone: Please attach the following financial documentation: • FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $26000 members in the household 6 & number of I certify that the above information is true and correct and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is being given for the receipt of a scholarship; that City of Tukwila officials may verify the information on the application; and that deliberate misrepresentation of the information may subject me to prosecution under the applicable State and Federal laws. (IV /i ai',J f )� Signature rt-, Date04-12-2024 Current High School: Foster High School HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email: Number of years attended HS: 4 Laura Linde - lindel@tukwila.wednet.edu Grade Point Average (GPA): (2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale) Attach proof of GPA; your most recent official school transcript is required in a sealed envelope. School planning to attend next year: Address, City and State of School: 3.98 University of Washington Seattle 1410 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98195 List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation. Attend a 4-year University Pursue degree in Medicine/ Attend medical school Engage in extracurricular and research activities to improve my knowledge and skills Support my family financially and emotionally Maintain a strong academic record Develop strong skills in a professional setting 181 List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school. Published poet - The stories of Arrival poetry project, February 2022 Rotary Student of the Month, December 2023 High GPA Award, January 2023 Certified in First Aid List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment experience. Quranic studies tutor Team Read - Reading Coach Part of our community organizing team Hobbies: Reading, traveling, volunteering, writing poetry, Sports List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for. Baccalaureate Scholarship - amount unknown (applied) How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship? Counselor ❑ Teacher] City Website ❑ Other Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please attach a separate document. See the attached document! Attach a Personal Essay that shares how you have served your community and made a positive difference. The Community Vision for the City of Tukwila is The city of opportunity, the community of choice. How have you served your community in ways that have made a positive difference? A. The following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify for review by the scholarship committee. B. Your application will be returned to you if these items are not attached to this application. (NO EXCEPTIONS.) ❑ Proof of Residency: Most recent utility bill. ❑ Three Letters of Reference: 2 Academic References and 1 Community/Employer Reference. Most recent official high school transcript or official record alternative. Photocopies of your ❑ transcript are not acce.table. (Must be in a sealed envelope.) ❑ Documentation demonstrating financial need: • FASFA Student Aid Report (SAR) or annual income & household members; AND • Written statement describing need for financial assistance. ❑ Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference. 182 STATEMENT OF ACCURACY I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me to the City of Tukwila Scholarship Selection Committee is true, correct and without forgery. I also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Program. I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to City of Tukwila's scholarship policy, I must provide evidence of enrollment/registration at the post -secondary institution of my choice before scholarship funds can be awarded. 7-a , , 1 Signature of scholarship applicant: ;fi Date: 04-12-2024 Witness `` Date: 04/12-2024 Application must be postmarked by April 15, 2024. No exceptions! 183 184 First Name: The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice. Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application Tinbeet Mailing Address: City, State, Zip: Primary Phone: Email: Last Name: fronas Tukwila WA 98168 Secondary Phone: Please attach the following financial documentation: • FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) I certify that the above information is true and correct and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is being given for the receipt of a scholarship; that City of Tukwila officials may verify the information on the application; and that deliberate misrepresentation of the information may subject me to prosecution under the applicable State and Federal laws. Signature f% ;1,0 Date J 41 / l(4 Current High School: Foster High School HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email: Number of years attended HS: 4 Liz Hepner hepnerl@tukwila.wednet.edu Grade Point Average (GPA): (2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale) Attach proof of GPA; your most recent official school transcript is required in a sealed envelope. School planning to attend next year: Address, City and State of School: 3.5 University of Washington 1410 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98195 List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation. I hope to write professionally in a writing -based company or work in a position that uses creative writing. So that would be entering a 4-year university in my major and also applying and gaining practical experience through part-time jobs or internships. Refining my soft skills like communication, time management, and leadership to prepare and use like in clubs, and specialized university programs. 185 List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school. Aracelis Girmay Award for Excellence in Writing, Award for Excellence and Diligence in UW STEMSub List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment experience. Ethiopian Tewahedo Orthodox Tekelele Church - Seatac, Washington Kitchen Volunteer Prep, cook, serve, and sell meals and items to the congregation every Sunday. Responsible for other tasks like event setting up, minor construction, and cleaning. List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for. Equitable Excellence Scholarship Toys for Kids Scholarship Woman University Schloarship BECU Foundation Schloarship How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship? Counselor '✓ Teacher E City Website E Other Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please attach a separate document. There are three main reasons I am applying for scholarships. The first is that my estimated SAI from FAFSA is much higher than my advisors expected and higher than my family can afford to pay. Secondly, I want to prioritize school and my transition to college and a scholarship would help me not have to work to pay for my costs. Third, I am nervous about taking loans, and a scholarship would help r I 1 1 ft J • 1 1. 1 _I _ _ _ I. '11 Attach a Personal Essay that shares how you have served your community and made a positive difference. The Community Vision for the City of Tukwila is The city of opportunity, the community of choice. How have you served your community in ways that have made a positive difference? A. The review B. Your following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify for by the scholarship committee. application will be returned to you if these items are not attached to this application. EXCEPTIONS.) I of Residency: Most recent utility bill. jroof l ' Three Letters of Reference: 2 Academic References and 1 Community/Employer Reference. Most recent official high school transcript or official record alternative. Photocopies of your transcript are not acce•table. (Must be in a sealed envelope.) C Documentation demonstrating financial need: • FASFA Student Aid Report (SAR); AND • Written statement describing need for financial assistance. Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference. 186 STATEMENT OF ACCURACY I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me to the City of Tukwila Scholarship Selection Committee is true, correct and without forgery. I also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Program. I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to City of Tukwila's scholarship policy, I must provide evidence of enrollment/registration at the post -secondary institution of my choice before scholarship funds can be awarded. Signature of scholarship applicant: )6 WitnessHelen Chyz Date: .I 214 Date: Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2024. No exceptions! 187 188 First Name: The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice. Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application Rosalina Mailing Address: City, State, Zip: Primary Phone: Email: Last Name: Lindsey Burien Wa 98168 Secondary Phone: Please attach the following financial documentation: • FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) I certify that the above information is true and correct and that all income is reported. I understand that this information is being given for the receipt of a scholarship; that City of Tukwila officials may verify the information on the application; and that deliberate misrepresentation of the information may subject me to prosecution under the applicable State and Federal laws. Signature Date Current High School: Foster High School HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email: Number of years attended HS: 4 Jenni Standard StandardJ@tukwila.wednet.edu Grade Point Average (GPA): (2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale) Attach proof of GPA; your most recent official school transcript is required in a sealed envelope. School planning to attend next year: Address, City and State of School: 3.7 Central Washington University 400 E University Way, Ellensburg, WA 98926 List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation. My professional career goals include becoming a financial advisor. I realize that a lot of people in my family and community deal with financial problems. I want to be able to help them get out of that cycle by teaching them strategies on how to save money, invest, relieve their financial trauma, and ultimately achieve financial freedom. I believe that this career path will help me to achieve economic mobility which in turn would allow me to care for myself and my family without feeling the stress of living paycheck to paycheck. 189 List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school. Honors 1 English , Honors 2 English , Unsung Hero Award - awarded by South Park Neighborhood Association. I also run track and play basketball at Foster High School List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment experience. I worked at Jesery Mikes during my junior year, Worked with Duwamish Valley Youth Corps since freshman year, Worked with Urban ArtWorks and Seattle Paint Party during my summers. List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for. Received the National College Resource Foundation Scholarship for $1,000 How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship? Counselor ❑ Teacher ❑ City Website ❑ Other Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please attach a separate document. -`� ,L that shares how you have served your community and made a positive difference. The Community Vision for the City of Tukwila is The city of opportunity, the community of choice. How have you served your community in ways that have made a positive difference? A. The following items must be attached to this application in order for the application to qualify for review by the scholarship committee. B. Your application will be returned to you if these items are not attached to this application. (NO EXCEPTIONS.) V C IM Proof of Residency: Most recent utility bill. Three Letters of Reference: 2 Academic References and 1 Community/Employer Reference. Most recent official high school transcript or official record alternative. Photocopies of your transcript are not acceptable. (Must be in a sealed envelope.) Documentation demonstrating financial need: • FASFA Student Aid Report (SAR); AND • Written statement describing need for financial assistance. Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference. 190 STATEMENT OF ACCURACY I hereby affirm that all the above stated information provided by me to the City of Tukwila Scholarship Selection Committee is true, correct and without forgery. I also consent that my picture may be taken and used for any purpose deemed necessary to promote the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Program. I hereby understand that if chosen as a scholarship winner, according to City of Tukwila's scholarship policy, I must provide evidence of enrollment/registration at the post -secondary institution of my choice before scholarship funds can be awarded. t. Signature of scholarship applicant: Date: J Witness ( (L.. C ut rr / yz .a 1. x j . Date: A.� = _ 4� t� Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2024. No exceptions! 191