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ITEM INFORMATION
ITEM No.
8.D.
STAFF SPONSOR: MAYOR MCLEOD
ORIGINAL, AGENDA DATE: 5/ 5/ 25
AGENDA ITEM TITLE Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Recipient Recommendations
CATEGORY ® Discussion
Mtg Date 5/6/24
® Motion
Mtg Date 5/5/25
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SUMMARY
The Scholarship Selection Committee is recommending scholarships in the amount of
$1,500 each be awarded to Alex Brewster, Jeremiah Burroughs, Mikaela Calimlim,
Khrystalline Camacho, Ellyssa Castillo, Aisha Hassan, Rochelle Jeffries, and Joshua
Manaois. Council is being asked to authorize the expenditure of an additional $2,000 to
proceed with the scholarship awards as proposed.
REVIEWED BY
❑ Trans&Infrastructure Svcs ❑ Community Svcs/Safety ❑ Finance & Governance ❑ Planning & Community Dev.
❑ LTAC ❑ Arts Comm. ❑ Parks Comm. ❑ Planning Comm.
DAIL: COMMITTEE CHAIR:
RECOMMENDATIONS:
SPONSOR/ADMIN.
COMMI I-1'EE
COST IMPACT / FUND SOURCE
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED
$12,000
AMOUNT BUDGETED APPROPRIATION REQUIRED
$10,000 $
Fund Source:
Comments:
MTG. DATE RECORD OF COUNCIL ACTION
5/5/25
MTG. DATE ATTACHMENTS
5/5/25 Informational Memorandum dated 4/25/25
Applications
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City of Tukwila
Thomas McLeod, Mayor
INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
TO: City Council
FROM: Scholarship Selection Committee: Mayor Thomas McLeod, Council President Tosh
Sharp, Legislative Analyst Laurel Humphrey, Youth/Teen Recreation Coordinator
Darren Hawkins, Foster High School College and Executive Coordinator Cheryl
Thompson
DATE: April 25, 2025
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. Resolution 1844 which adopted 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 Scholarship Selection Committee comprised of Mayor Thomas McLeod, Council President Tosh
Sharp, Legislative Analyst Laurel Humphrey, Youth/Teen Recreation Coordinator Darren Hawkins, and
Executive Coordinator Cheryl Thompson, received and reviewed eight applications.
Two topics came up in the review discussion:
1) In addition to the Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship, City Council allocated $65,000 in 2025
for the Tukwila Promise program which will be dedicated to Foster High School seniors looking to
attend Highline College; and
2) It has been 10 years since Council has reviewed the amount budgeted for the Tukwila City of
Opportunity Scholarship.
RECOMMENDATION
Based upon review of the applications, consideration of all the required components and discussion by the
Committee, we are recommending scholarship awards in the amount of $1,500 per applicant be approved
at the May 5, 2025, Council meeting. The total amount of recommended awards is $12,000 rather than the
$10,000 allocated in the 2025 budget. Mayor McLeod and Council President Sharp support the request to
Council to authorize the expenditure of an additional $2,000 to proceed with the scholarship awards as
proposed. Additionally, the Committee recommends that Council review the Tukwila City of Opportunity
Scholarship and consider raising the funds allocated for scholarships.
Scholarship recipients will be invited to the June 2, 2025, City Council meeting to be recognized by the
Council.
ATTACHMENTS
Scholarship applications for Alex Brewster, Jeremiah Burrows, Mikaela Calimlim, Khrystalline Camacho,
Ellyssa Castillo, Aisha Hassan, Rochelle Jeffries, and Joshua Manaois
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First Name:
The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application
Alex
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip:
Primary Phone:
Email;
98168
Last Name:
Brewster
Secondary Phone:
Please attach the following financial documentation:
• FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $ & number of
members in the household
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 L\ Noac
Current High School:
Foster High School
HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email:
Number of years attended HS:
3.5
Jorge Torres; 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:
3.77
University of Washington Seattle
1410 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98195
List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation.
I plan to major in Public Health at UW Seattle and then pursue a master's degree. My goal is to use my
education to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, especially by working at the in this field,
where I can help address public health challenges and support communities in need.
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List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school.
Honor Roll - Foster High School
Vice President's Honor Roll - Highline college
Questbridge Finalist Award
List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment
experience.
Activities
Student Govt./Politics
Grades: 11, 12 1 School 14 hr/wk, 24 wk/yr
List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for.
None
How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship?
Counselor E Teacher 0 City Website El
Other
Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please
attach a separate document.
Fro a-an�utside perspective looking_into-my-1ife; you-mig assume that-l-comeJrom household facing
financial-challenges-ln-r-ealityrthose_cha.11enges-ar-e-indeed_part of my daily experience__My mother, a
newly-graduate-cur-se-a#-Harborview--Medical-Genterworks-clili tly-as a sirigie-parent to_ support our
famiI r t tour children. Given her responsibi i ief f s atTh en ;returning-to-schoolfor_a-higher-paying career
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.
recent official high school transcript or official record alternative. Photocopies of your
se'Most
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.
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,
must provide evidence of enrollment/registration at the post -secondary institution of my choice before
scholarship funds can be awarded.
Signature of scholarship applicant: �� Date: t'i\ IJ
Witness r n v, ; J eC Obi, Jm
Date: N -�
Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2025. No exceptions!
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First Name:
The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application
Jeremiah
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip:
Primary Phone:
Email:
Last Name:
Burroughs
[Tukwila
WA
98188
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. 1 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 pplicable State and Federal laws.
Signature
Date 2/20/2025
Current High School:
Eastside Catholic High School
HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email:
Number of years attended HS:
4
John Ward - jward@eastsidecatholic.org eastsidecatholic.org / Livia Matteucci - Imattei
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:
3.963
Savannah College of Art and Design
1600 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation.
My educational goal once is graduate high school is to utilize my education I gain during my college
courses in fashion design and business to elevate my current company into the leading Christian
streetwear brand globally. If financially feasible, I hope to attend the Savannah College of Art and Design
The exceptional programs and mentorship opportunities offered at SCAD will provide me with the tools
needed to refine my design skills, broaden my creative perspective, and create new strategies to reach a
1 Qr_e diverse audience.
List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school.
National African American Recognition Program (NAARP) Awardee
Principles Award Receipient (Eastside Catholic 22-23)
Health and Education Student of the Year (Eastside Catholic 21-22)
National Honors Society Member
r - 1 A I r. 1 1 1 1"• • . ■■
List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment
experience.
Nana's Kitchen : Volunteered at Nana's kitchen on Christmas Day in order to give out meals to the
homeless or less fortunate who could not afford food or drink.
Community Service (Rel 12) : Went off campus and served as a student helper at an elderly care facility
aon
List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for.
Da'vinchi Scholarship (Awarded by National College Resource Foundation) : One Time fund of $750
How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship?
Counselor Teacher [j City Website
Other
Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please
attach a separate document.
My mother is currently unemployed and a single parent of two. When my brother and I were born,
she made the decision to take a temporary leave from her career to focus on raising us and providing the
best life possible. I truly believe she did just that with the resources available to her.
A
•J. 1 as - J. 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 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.
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.
193
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: Date: 2120/25
Witness Tammi Jones (Mother)
Date: 2/20/2025
Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2020. No exceptions!
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First Name:
The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application
Mikaela Calimlim
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip:
Primary Phone:
Email:
Last Name:
Calimlim
Tukwila
WA
98188
Secondary Phone:
Please attach the following financial documentation:
• FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $ & number of
members in the household
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
Date3-31-25
Current High School:
Foster High School
HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email:
Number of years attended HS:
3 years
Jorge Torres, 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:
3.206
Renton Technical College
3000 NE 4th St, Renton, WA 98056
List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation.
My objective is to obtain an associate's degree in the dental assisting program at Renton Technical
College and after graduating from a two-year institution. I plan to work as a dental assistant while
pursuing a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene.
195
List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school.
I consistently received honors every quarter from seventh to tenth grade back in the Philippines. I joined
tennis and volleyball, served as the webmaster officer for the 2024-2025 Key Club, and a member of the
money smart club, theater club, and Urban League, Gear -Up programs.
List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment
experience.
I volunteered at the following events: Steam Fair, The Great Scrub Down, Pumpkin Plunge, Elementary
Prep, Hazen Pool, Hilton Park, Making Teachers Appreciation, Care's Night, Gardening Club, and North
Seatac Park. My hobbies include trying new things, but I also enjoy singing, playing badminton, and
watching Korean dramas and series. I completed a Youth Restoration internship in the summer of
O
List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for.
WSOS scholarship applied of up to $22,500 to cover tuition, fees, and expenses.
Washington University's Crimson Scholarship providin $3,000 per year for four years, totaling of $12,000.
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.
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.
1
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) or annual income & household members; AND
• Written statement describing need for financial assistance.
✓
1
Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference.
196
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:
gubi<3iu
Date: 04-02-25
Witness Date:
Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2025. No exceptions!
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The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application
First Name: IKhrystalline
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip:
Primary Phone: IMM
Email:
1 Last Name:
Camacho
MEI
frukwila
�A 1
98178
i
Secondary Phone:
I
Please attach the following financial documentation:
• FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $ 109,849.30 & number of
members in the household 4
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 03/28/2025
Current High School:
Foster High School
HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email:
Number of years attended HS:
4
Jorge Torres: torresj@tukwila.wednet.edu
Grade Point Average (GPA): (2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale)
Attach proof of GPA; your most recent o icial school transcript is required in a sealed envelope.
School planning to attend next year:
Address, City and State of School:
3.7
fi,ersity of Washington
L
1410 NE Campus Pkwy, Seattle, WA 98195
List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation.
After high school graduation, I strive to achieve my Associates Degree in Arts at Highline Community
College and directly transfer it to the University of Washington. I plan to attend the University of
Washington's Health Informatics and Health Management (HIHIM) program that will hopefully take 2-3
years to complete. While I am completing my credits, I plan to take on leadership roles by participating in
clubs. For example, the Filipino American Student Association (FASA). I also plan to volunteer at
Seattle's Children Hospital to gain experience in the healthcare field and participate in internships related
to my decree.
198
List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school.
While in high school, I started the Running Start Program my Junior and Senior year, completing a total
of 90 credits. I attended a program called GEAR UP that helped seniors prepare for college. For
example, helping apply for colleges, support with personal essays, field trips to colleges in Washington,
and more. I've gotten an offensive MVP award for high school basketball and participation awards for
L 11 1 1. &I 11 11 1 A P' 1
List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment
experience.
I served for two years volunteering in a community called Missionary Families for Christ (MFC) for retreat
camps, Served the City of Tukwila with a high school community service group called Teens for Tukwila,
Participated in high school basketball for the first two years of highschool and track and field for my third
year, and I am currently employed at the Tukwila Community Center as a recreation leader for youth and
1 1 . .1 r'11 1 (\ s J I 11. ! 1111 1 1 1,
List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for.
have not applied for any scholarships yet, but 1 am looking forward to apply to more as soon as I can.
How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship?
Counselor E Teacher I City Website E
Other
Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please
attach a separate document.
Being the youngest, I've always understood the sacrifices my mother makes to make sure my siblings
and I do well in academics. As a single mother, my mother has put in many hours to support the family,
which includes covering the tuition for my two older siblings on her own and carrying the expenses of the
loans she took out to help them succeed. I am aware of the significant financial strain she is under, and
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.)
V
Proof of Residency: Most recent utility bill.
V
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) 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.
199
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.
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:efr
Witness izvke,j[e cuev .w[-hn
Date:
Date:
03/28/2025
03/28/2025
Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2025. No exceptions!
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The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application
First Name: Ellyssa
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip: Tukwila WA 98188
Primary Phone:
Email:
Last Name: Castillo
Secondary Phone:
Please attach the following financial documentation:
• FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $ 62,000
members in the household 4
& 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.
Signature Date 04/04/2025
Current High School: Foster High School
Number of years attended HS: 4
HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email: Jorge Torres - TorresJ@tukwila.wednet.edu
Grade Point Average (GPA): (2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale) 4.0
Attach proof of GPA; your most recent official school transcript is required in a sealed envelope.
School planning to attend next year: Seattle University
Address, City and State of School: 901 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation.
- Earn my Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Ultrasound at Seattle University
- Become a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
- Get into a graduate or masters program in the field of medical imaging.
- Become employed as an RDCS within the state of WA
201
List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school.
Separate Document is attached for involvements in high school!
List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment
experience.
Separate Document is attached for involvements in high school!
List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for.
None; this will be the first scholarship I apply for.
How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship?
Counselor IZ Teacher m City Website
Other
Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please
attach a separate document.
Separate document is attached.
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 acceptable. (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.
202
Ellyssa Castillo
Involvements in High School
1. List your academic honors, awards, and membership activities while in high
school.
• 4.0 GPA all 4 years at Foster High School
• President's Honor Roll at Highline College
• Co-founder and President of Foster High School's Garden Club
• Vice President of Foster High School's Biotech Club
• Secretary of Foster High School's Baking Club
• Treasurer of Foster High School's Knitting Club
2. List your community service, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities
and/or employment.
• Cabinet Member of King County Metro's Fares Cabinet
• Tukwila School District Representative for Bill and Melinda Gates
Education Roundtable
• Student Advisor for the Justice Assistance Grant Project through the
Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center
• Student Advisor for the Tukwila School District Title IX Safety & Inclusion
Task Force
• Student Advisor Tukwila School District Superintendent Student Advisory
Board
• Intern for King County Metro Youth Transit Equity Internship
• Intern for Success Foundation's Work Force Discovery Lab
• Volunteer for Letters for Rose
• King County Metro Commercial Participant
• Hiking, Gardening, Watching movies, Visiting museums, Hanging out with
friends!
203
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: Date: 4/4/2025
Witness Jennilin Castillo Date: 4/4/2025
Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2025. No exceptions!
204
The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application
First Name:
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip:
1 Last Name:
hicu:(lc
Primary Phone: I ■I ■I •
Secondary Phone:
01 El NE
Email: I
Please attach the following financial documentation:
• FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $ & number of
members in the household
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
5 ie",/ �AAiJ/� Etto'
Current High School:
FOSter .+ftcil( S&LC-D_L
HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email:
Number of years attended HS:
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School planning to attend next year:
Address, City and State of School:
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List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for.
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.
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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.)
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Proof of Residency: Most recent utility bill.
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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
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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.
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Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference.
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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 scholars p applicant:
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First Name:
The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application
Rochelle
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip:
Primary Phone:
Email:
Last Name:
Jeffries
tukwila
WA
98188
Secondary Phone:
Please attach the following financial documentation:
• FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $136000
members in the household 4
& 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.
04/2/2025
Signature Date
Current High School:
Why Not You Academy
HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email:
Number of years attended HS:
4
Lorena Gonzalez - Ionzalez@wnyacademy.org
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:
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Xavier University of Louisiana
1 Drexel Dr, New Orleans, Louisiana
List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation.
I plan to major in political science with a minor in economics or business. Before attending law school, I
will participate in the TEACH FOR AMERICA program to fulfill my desire of begin a teacher. I plan to do
so for 2 years. Once I am fulfilled, I will attend law school and become a lawyer and begin my journey of
becoming a politician.
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List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school.
High honor roll, student of the month, Rising Leader Initiative, Science Award, Build2 Lead, Full time
Running -Start
List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment
experience.
Host cheer camps with my cheer team, community helper, track, cheer, cross country, Volunteer and
employee at Happy Zone Child Development Center, babysitter, gardening, Intern with Gorejusinc, intern
at Integrity Life Church
List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for.
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How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship?
Counselor ❑ Teacher ❑ City Website ❑
Other coach
Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please
attach a separate document.
It would be greatly appreciated if I received additional aid to go to college. Although my mother has a
decent annual income, the cost of college will continue to be a burden for her. I have 3 other siblings that
have gone through college and my mother is still helping them pay off their debt and she has debt of her
own. I do not want to burden her any longer. p
IAttach 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.)
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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
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transcript are not acceptable. (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.
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Personal Essay about how you have served your community and made a positive difference.
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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: Date: 04/4/2025
Witness Date:
Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2025. No exceptions!
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First Name:
The City of Opportunity, the Community of Choice.
Tukwila City of Opportunity Scholarship Application
Joshua
Mailing Address:
City, State, Zip:
Primary Phone:
Email:
Last Name:
Manaois
Tukwila
98168
Secondary Phone.
Please attach the following financial documentation:
• FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) OR provide annual household income $ 186,827
members in the household 3
& 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.
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Bate 3/31 /2025
Current High School:
Foster High School
HS Advisor/HS Counselor name & email:
Number of years attended HS:
Laura Linde Iindel@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:
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University of Washington Bothell
17927 113th Ave NE, Bothell, WA 98011
List your educational and professional goals and objectives for after high school graduation.
- Jain clubs in University (Business Club, Filipino Association Club, etc.)
- Earn a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
- Obtain and gain internship experience at a business firm
- Pursue a career in the Business field
- Use my career to help those who are in need of financial assistance
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List your academic honors, awards and membership activities while in high school.
- Certificate of Academic Achievement: Maintaining a 3.5 or higher grade average
- Recognition of Participation in Track and Field
- Completion of GEAR UP Achievers Parent Academy course
List your community service activities, hobbies, outside interests, extracurricular activities and/or employment
experience.
- Tukwila Community Center Halloween Event Volunteer (3 hours)
- Missionary Families for Christ Youth leader, servant, and facilitator (40+ hours)
- Blessed Sacrament Homeless Feeding Volunteer (2 hours)
List the scholarships (name and dollar amount) you have received, or have applied for.
- Triadex Scholarship ($250-$750)
- Filipino American Educators of Washington Freshman Undergraduate Scholarship ($1000)
- 2025 Washington CPA Foundation Scholarship ($5000-$10,000)
How did you learn about the Tukwila City of Opportunity scholarship?
Counselor Q Teacher 0 City Website
Other
Provide a written statement describing your need for financial assistance. If more space is needed please
attach a separate document.
*Separate Document Attached*
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.
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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) 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.
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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.
1 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:
Date: 3/31/2025
Witness I MANAOIS Date: 3/31/2025
Application must be postmarked by March 31, 2025. No exceptions!
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