Screaming Eagle Scholarship Application 2020-2021

Scholarship Vision

The Screaming Eagle Scholarship is a directive of the Eagle Chamber of Commerce and is highly coveted by graduating Eagle County students, due to the significant multi-year commitment. This scholarship will continue to be respected by Eagle County donors due to its focus on and reward for its commitment to the Eagle County Business Community.
This Foundation will grow year after year in its impact and scope, eventually providing multiple opportunities to students from its internal growth, as well as its external fundraising activities.
Scholarship Mission
To provide a deserving student with a true desire to return to Eagle County after higher education to apply life and educational lessons to the business community of Eagle County. The impact will be felt not only by individual students, but by the individuals and businesses contributing financially to the future of the Scholarship.
Who May Apply?
Any current senior of Eagle Valley High School, Red Canyon High School, Battle Mountain High School, Vail Mountain School or Vail Christian High School, who is the son or daughter of a Chamber member, employed by a member or a regular volunteer at Eagle Chamber events.
General Scholarship Information
As of 10/26/2018, the Scholarship Committee will be granting two separate multi-year scholarships. These may be amended from time to time by agreement from the committee, but are initially described as follows:
4-year accredited college scholarship
- The amount of this scholarship will be $1,000 per school year (total of $4,000)
- The student must attend an accredited 4 year college
- The scholarship will be paid directly to the School’s Bursar’s office and must be used for tuition cost, books, or class fees
- This is intended to be 4 consecutive years of school
2-year trade school scholarship
- The amount of this scholarship will be $1,000 per school year (total of $2,000)
- The student must attend an acceptable trade school
- The scholarship will be paid directly to the School’s Bursar’s office (or equivalent) and must be used for tuition cost, books, or class fees
- This is intended to be 2 consecutive years of school.
Each scholarship will be awarded based on the merits provided in this application.

An interview before the Eagle Chamber Scholarship Subcommittee will be required of each qualifying candidate.

This application and supporting materials must be complete and submitted to the Eagle Chamber no later than March 8, 2019.

I plan on attending:*
- a 4 year college
- a 2-year college / vocational school
Personal Information
Your name*
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Home Phone*
Permanent Address*
Street Address Unit / Suite Number City State Zip Code
Current Mailing Address*
Street Address Unit / Suite Number City State Zip Code
Email*
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Parent(s) or Guardian(s) Names*
Educational Information
High School*
Current High School Address*
Street Address Unit / Suite Number City State Zip Code
Graduation Date*
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Cumulative GPA*
A copy of your school transcript must be provided with this application.
Upload your School Transcript*
Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx.
School / College*
You plan to attend this fall or are currently attending
School / College Address*
Street Address Unit / Suite Number City State Zip Code
College Phone / Fax*
Intended Major*
If major is not known at this time, indicate as "undecided" or current major for students re-applying for this scholarship.
Education / Career Objectives*
Please describe your educational goals as well as career objectives.
Work History*
Please describe any paid positions you have had, as well as the skills or responsibilities of your position.
Community / Extracurricular Involvement*
Please describe your community service or involvement in extracurricular activities.
Leadership*
Please describe the leadership activities that you have been involved in.
Personal / Family Attributes*
Example - I am a passionate person when it comes to taking care of injured animals. I am passionate about working on my family's car. I will work on it for hours until it is working properly.
Unusual Circumstances*
Are there unusual circumstances in your life that you would like to share with the committee?
How are you affiliated with the Eagle Chamber of Commerce?*
Example: Do you have a parent/ family member who is a member of the Eagle Chamber of Commerce?
Letters of Recommendation
Provide two (2) letters of recommendation: one letter from an academic teacher/advisor and one letter from a community service leader.
Upload First Letter of Recommendation*
Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx.
Upload Second Letter of Recommendation*
Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx.
Essay Questions
Describe one possible change you feel is needed in the local business community. Include why you feel this change is needed and how you see this change being implemented.
Upload Your Essay*
Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx.
This application and supporting materials must be submitted to the Eagle Chamber no later than March 8, 2019. If you prefer to submit a print version of your application, please do so at the Eagle Chamber office between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. The Eagle Chamber office is located in the Eagle Town Hall building located at 200 Broadway in Eagle.

Application Checklist:
1. Application
2. High School Transcript
3. Two Letters of Recommendation
4. Essay
I hereby certify that the information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that falsification of information will result in termination of any scholarship granted. I understand that incomplete applications may not be considered. I certify that I have read the instructions and will comply with all requests for documentations of academic status. Should I receive a scholarship, the Eagle Chamber may use my name and likeness in publicity materials relating to the scholarship.
Signature*