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Scholarship Information Packet

Lake Park High School

Educational Foundation

2014 - 2015

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This packet contains information students should read before applying for a scholarship administered by

the Lake Park High School Educational Foundation. Students will find information about the various

scholarships available and the specific requirements for each scholarship.

Following is a brief description of the Foundation-administered scholarships.

Altier Scholarship – $500 will be awarded to two graduating students planning to pursue a two-year

degree program at the College of DuPage, another community college, or attend an accredited trade

school. (Pages 5-6)

Amanda Jane Dombrowski Memorial Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student

planning to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or a four-year

college/university program leading to a certificate or degree; who is a current member of the Lake Park

High School girls’ soccer team and displayed leadership and sportsmanship while serving as a positive

role model for younger players; and who displayed a passion and commitment to the LPHS soccer

program. (Pages 7-8)

Barclay Family Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend a four-

year accredited college/university, community college, technical institute, or an accredited trade school.

(Pages 9-10)

Chris Frizzelle Memorial Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to two graduating students who are

currently members of the boys’ soccer team; who overcame or are attempting to overcome some type

of challenge; and who plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college,

or a four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. (Pages 11-12)

Daniel Christophe, Jr. Memorial Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student who is a

current member of the Lake Park High School Marching Band, Student Council, Class Council, S.A.D.D.,

National Honors Society, or Snowball (planner or attendant) and who plans to attend a four-year

college/university program leading to a degree. (Pages 13-14)

Don Lovelace Memorial Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend

an accredited four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree and major in

health, driver education, physical education, or related fields. (Pages 15-16)

DMG Perseverance Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to a graduating student. (Pages 17-18)

Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship - $750 will be awarded to two graduating students planning to attend

the College of DuPage. (Pages 19-20)

G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship – $500 will be awarded to a graduating student who has been

accepted as a full-time student in an industrial technology or vocational degree or certificate program at

an accredited school. (Pages 21-22)

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Itasca Lions Club Scholarship - $500 will be awarded to a graduating community service-oriented

student from Itasca who is planning to attend an accredited four-year college/university or community

college and who preferably desires to pursue a field of study that would help him or her foster a more

humanitarian world. (Pages 23-24)

Joseph Cychosz Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student planning to attend an

accredited college/university program leading to a certificate or degree, who demonstrates financial

need, and who plans to major in education, public service, engineering, or science. (Pages 25-26)

Lake Park Foundation EXCEL Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to two graduating students who

demonstrated excellence while at Lake Park High School; who plan to enroll in a four-year

college/university or junior/community college; and who participated in athletics, activities, and or

community service activities. (Pages 27-28)

Lake Park Foundation Gene Swierczewski Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student

planning to attend an Illinois public state college or university and major in Languages, English, Political

Science, Sociology, or Communications (Pages 29-30)

Lake Park Partners in Education-Sponsored Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to four graduating

students planning to attend a four-year college/university, a community college, or an accredited trade

school and whose parent was involved with Lake Park Partners in Education during the 2013-14 school

year. (Pages 31-32)

Neis Family Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to two graduating students planning to enroll in an

accredited four-year college/university and participate competitively in cross country and/or track and

field. (Pages 33-34)

Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship - $1500 will be awarded to a graduating student who was a

member of the Lake Park High School wrestling team that plans to attend an accredited two –year

community college or four-year college/university program leading to a degree. (Pages 35-36)

Friends of Spring Brook Nature Center Scholarship - $1000 will be awarded to a graduating student who

lives within the boundaries of the Itasca Park District, Village of Itasca, or Itasca School District #10; who

demonstrates financial need; and who plans to attend an accredited community college or four-year

college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. (Pages 37-38)

***IMPORTANT: STUDENTS INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR ANY OF THESE SCHOLARSHIPS SHOULD***

1. Read the detailed description of the scholarship(s) they are interested in (see page numbers above) and note the specific requirements for that/those scholarship(s).

2. Complete the Common Scholarship Application – available at www.lphs.org.

3. Answer the specific essay question(s) for the scholarship(s) for which they are applying.

http://www.lphs.org/

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4. For each scholarship being applied for, print a hard copy of (a) the completed Common Scholarship Application, (b) the essay(s) for that scholarship, and (c) the required letter(s) of recommendation for that scholarship. (Note: Students applying for more than one scholarship may use a recommendation letter more than once as long as it meets the requirements of a particular scholarship.)

5. Turn all materials noted in #4 to Ms. Marjorie Frank in the West Campus counseling office. NOTE: Applications will not be considered if incomplete of if the appropriate support materials are not turned in by the identified deadline date for the scholarship for which a student is applying.

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Lake Park High School Educational Foundation

The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the Altier Scholarship to

provide financial assistance to two students who are planning to pursue a two-year degree program at

the College of DuPage, another community college, or attend an accredited trade school.

The Altier Scholarship, established by Noreen Altier, honors Lake Park community residents Donald and

Donny Altier.

To be eligible for the Alter Scholarship, the applicant must:

• be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of 2015.

• plan to enroll in a two-year degree program at the College of DuPage, another community college, or attend an accredited trade school.

• have a minimum grade point average of 4.0

• complete the Common Scholarship Application.

• submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes.

• submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher.

submit the essays as noted on the following page.

The completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus

Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Altier Scholarship will be awarded to

two selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.

The $500 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a copy of a tuition bill showing

enrollment as a full-time student at the College of DuPage. Please send this documentation to the Lake

Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172. The check will not be

issued until after July 1, 2015.

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(Altier Scholarship)

The following essays should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essays along

with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter of recommendation should be

given to Ms. Marjorie Frank in the West Campus counseling office by Thursday, March 12, 2015. Make

sure your name, student I.D. number, and the name of the scholarship for which you are applying also

appear on your essays and letter of recommendation.

Essay #1

Describe in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced, how

you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from this experience that will help you in the

future.

Essay #2

Provide a 1-2 page (250 words maximum) biography of yourself, including any special circumstances

that the scholarship committee should be aware of in considering your application and how this

scholarship will help you attain your educational and career goals.

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The family of Amanda Jane Dombrowski and the Lake Park Educational Foundation are pleased to

announce the availability of one scholarship in her memory. Amanda graduated from Lake Park High

School in 2001 and later attended the University of Iowa. While at Lake Park, she was an integral

member of the girls’ soccer team. Amanda lived with great passion for her family and friends, which

carried into her life as a teacher, mentor, and caregiver for children. In her memory, Amanda’s family

wishes to award one $1,000 scholarship to a deserving Lake Park High School student.

To be eligible for the Amanda Jane Dombrowski Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must:

be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of 2015.

be a current member of the Lake Park High School girls’ soccer team who has displayed leadership and sportsmanship and has served as a positive role model for younger players.

have displayed passion and commitment towards the LPHS soccer program.

plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or a four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree.

have a current cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher (5.0 scale).

complete the Common Scholarship Application.

submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes.

submit a letter or recommendation from a teacher.

submit the essays noted on the following page.


Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Amanda Dombrowski Memorial

Scholarship will be awarded to the selected recipient at the Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday,

May 6, 2015.

It is the responsibility of the scholarship winner to determine that this award from the Lake Park

Educational Foundation will not interfere with NCAA eligibility.

A $1,000 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a copy of a tuition bill showing

enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited trade school, technical institute, junior college, or a

four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this information to

the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172. The check will not

be issued until after July 1, 2015.

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(Amanda Jane Dombrowski Memorial Scholarship)






ESSAY #1

Explain in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) why you need this scholarship. What sets you apart

from others?

ESSAY #2

Describe in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced,

how you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from this experience that will help you

in the future.

ESSAY #3

Describe in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) how you have displayed leadership, sportsmanship,

and a commitment to the Lake Park High School girls’ soccer program.

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The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the Barclay Family

Scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue his/her post-

secondary education at a four-year college/university, a community college, a technical institute, or an

accredited trade school.

The Barclay Family Scholarship was established in honor of Barclay family members Kathy (Barclay)

Goedeker (Class of 1971), Andy Barclay (Class of 1974), Betty (Barclay) Bentley (Class of 1975), Kelly

(Barclay) Deterding (Class of 1979), Gavin Barclay (Class of 1980), and Ellen (Barclay) Watkins (Class of

1982), all alumni of Lake Park High School, and Kay (Barclay) Cahill who was a Lake Park High School staff

member for 27 years and currently serves as secretary on the Lake Park High School Educational

Foundation’s Board of Trustees.

To be eligible for the Barclay Family Scholarship, the applicant must:


• have a minimum grade point average of 3.50.

have been actively involved in Lake Park athletics and/or activities for at least 4

semesters.




• submit an essay as noted on the following page.

The application for this scholarship is available on-line at the Lake Park High School website. The

completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career

Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Barclay Family Scholarship will be awarded to

the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.

The $1,000 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a copy of a tuition bill showing

enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college,

or a four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this

documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172.

The check will not be issued until after July 1, 2015.

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(Barclay Family Scholarship)

The following essay should be completed (using a word processor) and a hard copy of your essay along





Essay #1

Describe in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) an obstacle or personal challenge that you faced, how

you overcame this challenge, and what you learned from this experience that will help you in the

future.

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The family of Chris Frizzelle and the Lake Park Educational Foundation are pleased to announce the

availability of a scholarship in his memory. Chris was a valued member of the Lake Park High School

staff for twenty-one years. In addition to working in the Technology Department, he was also an

integral part of the Lake Park soccer team for many years, where he served in a variety of capacities,

including assistant coach and announcer for the boys’ team and head soccer coach and announcer for

the girls’ team. In his memory, his family wishes to award two $500 scholarships to deserving Lake Park

High School students.

To be eligible for the Chris Frizzelle Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must:


be a current member of the Lake Park High School boys’ soccer team.

have overcome or is attempting to overcome some type of challenge (i.e.: personal, family, or financial).

plan to attend an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or a four-year

college/university program leading to a certificate or degree.




submit a letter of recommendation from a teacher.



Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Chris Frizzelle Memorial Scholarship

will be awarded to two selected recipients at the Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6,

2015.



A $500 check will be processed after the recipient has submitted a copy of a tuition bill showing


four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation

to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172. The check will

not be issued until after July 1, 2015.

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(Chris Frizzelle Memorial Scholarship)






ESSAY #1



in the future.

ESSAY #2

Explain in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) why you deserve this scholarship. What sets you apart

from others?

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The family of Daniel Christophe, Jr. and the Lake Park Educational Foundation are pleased to announce

the availability of one scholarship in his memory. While at Lake Park, Daniel was an integral member of

the Marching Band, Student Council, Class Council, S.A.D.D. and National Honor Society. After

graduating from Lake Park, Daniel attended Northern Illinois University and was a Senator in their

Student Council. While at NIU, he held an intern position at the Price Waterhouse Coopers accounting

firm while pursuing a career as an accountant. He was also an active member of the St. Peter the

Apostle Church youth group. Daniel was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident when he was 21 and a

junior at NIU. In his memory, Daniel’s family wishes to award one $1,000 scholarship to a deserving Lake

Park High School student.

To be eligible for the Daniel Christophe, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must:


be a current member of one of the following: Lake Park High School Marching Band, Student Council, Class Council, S.A.D.D., National Honors Society or Snowball (planner or attendant).

plan to attend a four-year college/university program leading to a degree.


be in the top 25% of the graduating class.

be a resident of Itasca, Illinois or a parishioner of St. Peter the Apostle Church.




submit an essay as noted on the following page.


Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Daniel Christophe, Jr. Memorial


May 6, 2015.


enrollment as a full-time student in a four-year college/university program leading to a degree. Please

send this information to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois

60172. The check will not be issued until after July 1, 2015.

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(Daniel Christophe, Jr. Memorial Scholarship)





appear on your essay and letter of recommendation.

ESSAY #1

Develop a 1-2 page essay (250 words maximum) on the following topic: The road to success is filled with frequent failures and challenges. Describe an event in your educational or personal life that caused a failure or challenge, how you overcame it, and what you learned from your experience.

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The family of Donald C. Lovelace and the Lake Park Educational Foundation are pleased to announce the

availability of one scholarship in his memory to provide financial assistance to young men and women

who are planning on careers in fields related to health, driver education, or physical education.

Don Lovelace was a member of the Lake Park faculty for twenty-eight years. Don touched many young

lives in his career as a teacher of driver education and as a coach. To further assist young people, a

$1,000 scholarship will be given in his name.

To be eligible for the Donald C. Lovelace Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must:


• be in the upper quarter of the Class.

• plan to attend an accredited four-year college/university program leading to a

certificate or degree.

• major in health, driver education, physical education, or related fields.

(Applicants are not limited to those who plan to teach.)






Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Donald C. Lovelace Memorial


May 6, 2015.


enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited four-year college/university pursuing a major that

meets the scholarship guidelines. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational

Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172. The check will not be issued until after July

1, 2015.

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(Donald C. Lovelace Memorial Scholarship)





appear on your essay and letter of recommendation.

ESSAY #1

Provide a 1-2 page (250 words maximum) biography of yourself, including how this scholarship

will help you attain your educational and career goals.

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The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the DMG Perseverance

Scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue post-secondary

education. The scholarship will be awarded to an individual who has demonstrated determination in

overcoming adversity.

The DMG Perseverance Scholarship was established by former Lake Park staff member Katie Gillies and

her husband, Jonathan Steinhauer, to honor her father, David Gillies. David is a living example of what it

means to persevere through a great deal of difficulty during one’s life. In his life, David has faced several

challenges yet he continues to maintain an ambitious spirit and positive attitude. On April 1, 2005 David

was struck by lightning and left with a traumatic brain injury and physical limitations. Nevertheless,

David continues to inspire others by reaching out to strangers, those in need, and anyone he encounters

with his generous heart and positive outlook.

To be eligible for the DMG Perseverance Scholarship, the applicant must:








Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The DMG Perseverance Scholarship will be

awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.






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(DMG Perseverance Scholarship)






ESSAY #1



in the future.

ESSAY #2

Explain in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) what program of study you wish to pursue and why.

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The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the Dr. Gary Annunziata

Scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue his/her educational

studies at the College of DuPage.

Dr. Annunziata, who graduated from Lake Park High School in 1979, was the personal physician to such

famous Americans as actor Bob Hope. He is the founder and President of Desert Gastroenterology

Consultants, has invented a non-surgical weight loss device, and founded a $300 million private-funded

hospital in Palm Springs, California. Dr. Annunziata established this scholarship to assist two students

planning to attend the College of DuPage, which he attended after graduating from Lake Park High

School. Two $750 scholarships will be awarded to students planning to attend the College of DuPage.

To be eligible for the Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship, the applicant must:


• plan to attend the College of DuPage.







Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship will be

awarded to two selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.


enrollment as a full-time student at the College of DuPage. Please send this documentation to the Lake

Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172. The check will not be

issued until after July 1, 2015.

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(Dr. Gary Annunziata Scholarship)






ESSAY #1



in the future.

ESSAY #2



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The Lake Park Educational Foundation has announced the availability of the G. H. Elliott Memorial

Scholarship which will provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to pursue an industrial

technology or vocational career.

Gaylon H. Elliott was one of the founding faculty members of Lake Park High School and was a

teacher/department chairman of the Industrial/Vocational/ Technology Department for approximately

thirty years. Mr. Elliott assisted and guided many young people in reaching their decisions to select

industrial and vocational technology as their occupational intent. A $500 scholarship will be awarded to

a graduating student who has been accepted as a full-time student in an industrial technology or

vocational degree or certificate program at an accredited school.

To be eligible for the G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must:


• plan to enroll in an industrial technology or vocational program of studies at an

accredited trade school, technical institute, community college, or four-year

college/university.



• submit a letter of recommendation from at least one industrial

technology/vocational teacher.



Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship will

be awarded to the selected recipient at the Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.

The $500 check will be issued after the recipient has submitted a copy of a tuition bill showing

enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited trade school, technical institute, community college,

or four-year college/university program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this



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(G. H. Elliott Memorial Scholarship)


with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letter(s) of recommendation should be



appear on your essays and letter(s) of recommendation.

ESSAY #1

Provide a 1-2 page description (250 words maximum) of your post-secondary occupational

purpose and intent.

ESSAY #2

. Provide a 1-2 page (250 words maximum) biography of yourself, including how this scholarship


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The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the Itasca Lions Club

Scholarship to provide financial assistance to a community service-oriented student who is planning to

attend a four-year college/university or a community college and who preferably desires to pursue a

field of study that would help him or her foster a more humanitarian world.

The mission of Lions Club International is to empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet

humanitarian needs, encourage peace, and promote international understanding. The Itasca Lions Club

is actively involved in helping individuals who have visual or hearing impairments and fosters

volunteering to aid the environment and global disaster relief. The club works locally to provide support

for youth, handicapped, and senior programs.

To be eligible for the Itasca Lions Club Scholarship, the applicant must:

• be a resident of Itasca


• have a minimum grade point average of 3.50.

have been involved in community service/volunteer activities and have demonstrated leadership skills/qualities in school or community activities.

demonstrate financial need.

complete the attached application form. • submit an unofficial transcript of all high school classes.




Career Center by no later than Thursday March 12, 2015. The Itasca Lions Club Scholarship will be

awarded to the selected recipient at Scholarship and Awards Night on Wednesday, May 6, 2015.


enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited community college or a four-year college/university

program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational


1, 2015.

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(Itasca Lions Club Scholarship)






Essay #1

Describe in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) a significant community service/volunteer experience

or other service-related activity you participated in, what you learned from this activity, and why

you chose this activity.

Essay #2

Provide an explanation (250 words maximum) of your financial need in seeking this scholarship,

including the size of your family and your family’s annual income.

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The Lake Park Educational Foundation has announced the availability of the Joseph Cychosz Scholarship

which will provide financial assistance to a student who is planning on a career in a field related to

teaching, public service, engineering, or science.

Joseph Cychosz graduated from Lake Park High School in 1974 and is a staff member of Purdue

University’s Network for Computational Nanotechnology. To further assist young people, a $1,000

scholarship will be given by Mr. Cychosz.

To be eligible for the Cychosz Scholarship, the applicant must:


• demonstrate financial need.

• plan to attend an accredited college/university program leading to a certificate or

degree.

• major in education, public service, engineering, or science.





The application for this scholarship is available on-line at the Lake Park High School website. The

completed application and required support material must be submitted to the West Campus Career

Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Cychosz Scholarship will be awarded to the

selected recipient at the Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.


enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited college/university pursuing a major that meets the

scholarship guidelines. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590

S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172. The check will not be issued until after July 1, 2015.

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(Cychosz Scholarship)






ESSAY #1

Provide an explanation (250 words maximum) of your financial need in seeking this scholarship.

Be specific and attach a copy of the first page of your parents’ most recent federal tax return

to this application.

ESSAY #2



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The Lake Park Educational Foundation has established a $1,000 EXCEL Scholarship to recognize two

students who have demonstrated excellence, commitment, educational achievement, and leadership

throughout their career at Lake Park High School. The EXCEL scholarship in part honors the memory of

Carl M. Forrester, Lake Park’s first superintendent, and Stanley Wheeler, a former Lake Park principal

and assistant superintendent. These two original staff members helped establish a strong foundation

for Lake Park High School and helped guide its growth and development as a school.

To be eligible for the EXCEL Scholarship, the applicant must:

• be a Lake Park High School Graduate of the Class of 2015.

• have a minimum grade point average of 4.50 on a 5.0 scale.

• be enrolled in a four-year college/university or junior/community college.

• be a participant in athletics, activities, and or community service activities.



• submit two recommendation letters.



Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The EXCEL Scholarship will be awarded to

two selected recipients at the Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.


enrollment as a full-time student at a four-year college/university or a junior/community college. Please

send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle,

Illinois 60172. The check will be issued after July 1, 2015.

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(EXCEL Scholarship)


with a copy of the Common Scholarship Application and required letters of recommendation should be



appear on your essays and letters of recommendation.

ESSAY #1

Develop a 1-2 page essay (250 words maximum) on the following topic: The road to success is filled with

frequent failures and challenges. Describe an event in your educational or personal life that caused a

failure or challenge, how you overcame it, and what you learned from your experience.

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The Lake Park Educational Foundation has established a $1,000 Scholarship in the name of Dr. Gene

Swierczewski. For thirty-three years, Dr. Swierczewski served Lake Park as a teacher, department head,

coach, and Associate Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Swierczewski was largely responsible for the

establishment of the Lake Park Educational Foundation.

To be eligible for the Gene Swierczewski Scholarship, the applicant must:

• be a Lake Park High School Graduate of the Class of 2014.

• be in the upper quarter of the Class.

• attend an Illinois public state college or university.

• major in any of the following:

Languages

English

Political Science

Sociology

Communications



• submit recommendation letters from a junior or senior English teacher and a junior or

senior social studies teacher.



Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Gene Swierczewski Scholarship will be

awarded to the selected recipient at the Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.


enrollment as a full-time student at an Illinois public state college or university and the declaration of a

major that meets the scholarship guidelines. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park

Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172. The check will not be issued

until after July 1, 2015.

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(Gene Swierczewski Scholarship)






ESSAY #1



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The Lake Park Educational Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the Lake Park Partners

in Education-Sponsored Scholarship to provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to

pursue his/her post-secondary education at a four-year college/university, a community college, or an

accredited trade school. A $1000 scholarships will be awarded to four graduating students.

To be eligible for the Lake Park Partners in Education sponsored Scholarship, the applicant must:


have attended Lake Park High School for a minimum of two (2) years.

have a parent who was a Lake Park Partners in Education member during the 2013-2014 school

year.


provide evidence of school and community involvement.

be enrolled in a four-year college/university, community college, or an accredited trade school.






Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Lake Park Partners in Education

Sponsored Scholarship will be awarded to four selected recipients at the Scholarship and Awards Night

on Thursday, May 6, 2015.

A $1000 check will be processed after a recipient has submitted a copy of a tuition bill showing





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(Lake Park Partners in Education-Sponsored Scholarship)






Essay #1

Provide a 1-2 page (250 words maximum) biography of yourself, including any special circumstances

that the scholarship committee should be aware of in considering your application and how this

scholarship will help you attain your educational and career goals.

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The Lake Park Educational Foundation has announced the availability of the Neis Family Scholarship to

provide financial assistance to a student who is planning to competitively compete in cross country or

track and field at the collegiate level upon graduation from Lake Park High School.

Kevin Neis is a Lake Park High School alumnus from the Class of 1969. During high school, Kevin competed on the Lake Park track and cross-country teams and continued to compete at the collegiate level at Kalamazoo College, where he earned a B.A. in Economics. Kevin later earned an M.A. in Economics at the University of Illinois at Champaign Urbana and had a successful career in the finance and insurance industry. A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to two graduating students who have been accepted as full-time students at an accredited four-year college/university and meet scholarship guidelines.

To be eligible for the Kevin Neis Scholarship, the applicant must:


• plan to enroll in an accredited four-year college/university and participate

competitively in cross country and/or track and field




• submit two letters of recommendation from teachers and/or coaches.



Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Kevin Neis Scholarship will be awarded

to two selected recipients at Scholarship and Awards Night on Thursday, May 6, 2015.

The $1,000 check will be issued after the recipient has submitted a copy of a tuition bill showing enrollment as a full-time student at an accredited four-year college/university and a letter from his/her coach indicating participation in the school’s competitive cross country or track and field team. It is the responsibility of the scholarship winner to determine that this award from the Lake Park Educational Foundation will not interfere with NCAA eligibility. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park

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Educational Foundation at 590 S. Medinah Road, Roselle, Illinois 60172. The check will not be issued

until after July 1, 2015.

(Kevin Neis Scholarship)






ESSAY #1

Discuss (250 words maximum) why you enjoyed participating in cross country and/or track and field at Lake Park, why your teammates would consider you a good team member, and what life lessons you learned from your experience.

ESSAY #2

Provide an explanation (250 words maximum) of your financial need in seeking this scholarship.

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Scott Bradley was a Lake Park student and wrestler whose connection with our school began many years

before, when he wrestled with the Lancer Kids Club as a young child. Scott was a gentleman who

displayed sportsmanship, loyalty, and dedication to the Lake Park wrestling program. He constantly

strived for excellence through hard work on the mat and in the classroom.

Unfortunately, Scott’s wrestling career ended suddenly during his junior year when he was diagnosed

with leukemia. For six months, Scott battled his illness with the same determination that he battled his

opponents on the mat. On May 5, 1986, the Lake Park community suffered a great loss. The following

year his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Olav Bradley, established the Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship as a

loving tribute to their son. In his memory, his family wishes to award one $1,500 scholarship to a

deserving Lake Park High School student. The student athlete considered for this award must display

similar characteristics to Scott: loyalty, commitment, dedication, and a strong work ethic.

To be eligible for the Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship, the applicant must:


be a member of the Lake Park High School wrestling team who has shown passion and a commitment to the program while displaying leadership, sportsmanship, dedication, and a strong work ethic.

plan to attend a two-year program at a community college or a four-year college/university program leading to a degree.


complete the attached application form.





Career Center by no later than Friday, February 27, 2015. The Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship will




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enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited four-year college/university program. Please send this



(Scott Bradley Memorial Scholarship)



given to Ms. Marjorie Frank in the West Campus counseling office by Friday, February 27, 2015. Make



ESSAY #1

Describe in 1-2 pages (250 words maximum) how you display the following characteristics:

commitment to the Lake Park wrestling program, leadership, sportsmanship, dedication, and a

strong work ethic.

ESSAY #2



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The Lake Park Educational Foundation has announced the availability of the Friends of Spring Brook

Nature Center Scholarship, which will provide financial assistance for college to young men and women

who have shown a commitment to the environment during their high school years.

Spring Brook Nature Center, located in Itasca, is a vibrant resource for education and conservation.

Since opening its doors in 1980, Spring Brook has offered a variety of programs for Itasca area schools,

scouts, and families. The Friends of Spring Brook Nature Center is a not-for-profit organization

dedicated to the enhancement of environmental and nature-oriented activities of the nature

center. The Friends support the nature center through volunteerism, grant-writing, and public

awareness activities. The main goal of this college scholarship is to make high school students more

aware of how they can help the environment and/or to appreciate nature. To further assist young

people, the Friends of Spring Brook will give one (1) scholarship of $1,000.

To be eligible for the Friends of Spring Brook Nature Center Scholarship, the applicant must:

• be a Lake Park High School graduate of the Class of 2015 and live within the boundaries

of the Itasca Park District, Village of Itasca, or Itasca School District #10.

• demonstrate financial need.

• plan to attend an accredited community college or four-year college/university program

leading to a certificate or degree.

• have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (5.0 Scale).






Career Center by no later than Thursday, March 12, 2015. The Friends of Spring Brook Scholarship will



enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited community college or four-year college/university

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program leading to a certificate or degree. Please send this documentation to the Lake Park Educational


1, 2015.

(Friends of Spring Brook Nature Center Scholarship)






ESSAY #1

Provide an explanation (250 words maximum) of your financial need in seeking this scholarship. Be specific and attach a copy of the first page of your parents’ most recent federal tax return to your application.

ESSAY #2

Describe your efforts with environmental or nature-oriented activities during the past four years. There is a 500-word limit for this question.

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