The purpose of this award is to recognize a student currently kindergarten through sixth grade who has demonstrated giftedness, dedication, creativity, and a desire to help others. The award will be a $500 scholarship to be used toward the cost of summer camp, college, or other appropriate activity related to his/her academic work.
Procedure:
The nominator must be a current member of GAGC.
The nomination packet must include:
1)
Completed nomination form (This Google Form - Next page)
2)
One letter of recommendation from a teacher or principal who is not a family member of the student. The letter should explain why the student is deserving of the award, what sets him or her apart from others, and how the nominee is impacting others. (Maximum of two pages.)
3)
One letter of recommendation from a community or civic leader who is not a family member of the student. The letter should explain why the student is deserving of the award, what sets him or her apart from others, and how the nominee is impacting others. (Maximum of two pages.)
4)
750-word composition written by the student that responds to each of the following questions:
a) What is the activity or interest area for which the student is being nominated?
b) How did the student become interested/involved in the activity?
c) What impact has the activity had on the student and on others?
d) How have the student's future plans and goals been affected by this activity or interest area?
e) If selected as the recipient of this award, how might you use this scholarship?
5)
A Release Form completed and signed by a parent or guardian
Recognition:
The award recipient will be acknowledged with a plaque presented at the annual convention, a certificate from the GAGC President, and $500 scholarship to be used toward the cost of summer camp, college, or other appropriate activity related to his/her academic work.
Nominations shall be completed online and submitted by December 15, 2023. Additional supporting documentation should be submitted via email to
awardschair@gagc.org by December 15, 2023.
Funds must be used by August 31, 2024. If special circumstances arise that prevent the recipient from utilizing the award prior to this deadline, contact the GAGC Executive Assistant. Changes in this deadline must be approved by the GAGC Executive Board.
