JAXSPORTS Charities Award of Excellence Scholarship- Deadline November 20th!

The annual scholarship will be awarded to four deserving individuals: two males and two females in a one-time award amount of $2,500 each.  The scholarship recognizes students in their senior year of high school that have a strong commitment to athletics, exemplify good citizenship through community service, and posses strong leadership qualities.

Scholarship recipients will be honored at the TaxSlayer Bowl on January 2, 2016.

Eligibility Requirements:

•  3.0 Unweighted GPA from a high school in Florida's First Coast area
• Participate in a junior varsity or varsity sport or its equivalent (dance, gymnastics, etc)
• Participate in extra-curricular activities through church, school, and the community 
• Pledge to remain drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco-free
• Exhibit exemplary behavior, thereby being a good role model for peers
• Attach Guidance counselor reference letter 

 Selection Criteria

• Presentation of application packet- neatness and organization
• Scholastic record
• Athletic commitment- participation in varsity, intramural, or youth league sports
• Career goals of applicant
• Involvement in extracurricular activities 
• Leadership qualities 
• Good citizenship

Applications can be downloaded from:  http://www.jacksonvillesportscouncil.com/scholarship/