Youthtowne Young Scholars
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History of the Youthtowne Young Scholars Scholarship Program:
The Youthtowne Young Scholars Scholarship Program began in 1994 and is founded upon the belief that young people have great potential and deserve to recognize that potential. This program provides opportunities for the young women to be empowered through education, self awareness and spirituality.
What is the Youthtowne Young Scholars Scholarship Program?
The Youthtowne Young Scholars Program annually provides Catholic young women with a full tuition renewable scholarship to Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School. Once awarded the scholarship, the Young Scholars are assigned a mentor who takes an active role in their educational achievement. The mentor provides small group support for students and assists them with study and time management skills, preparation for the SAT/ACT tests, course selections, and college preparation. In addition to the school based support that each student receives, there is a summer residential program of education and enrichment experiences. The summer portion of the Program is held at Youthtowne, in Clinton, PA. During this time, the Young Scholars stay at the Young Scholars home with the other young women in their class. The YYS Mentor and a night counselor plan various activities for the young women, including social service, faith, and educational based opportunities.
What is the Eligibility for the Scholarship?
• Student must be a Catholic young woman
• Student must apply and be accepted to Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School
• Student's family must demonstrate financial need based upon the criteria set by Our Lady of the Sacred Heart High School
• Student must have a strong academic record and leadership potential
What are the Scholarship requirements?
• All Young Scholars must maintain a 3.0 grade point average each quarter
• Each Young Scholar must maintain a conduct grade of at least 90
• Young Scholar attendance at Sunday Mass at their home parish is expected
• Each Young Scholar must participate in the summer residential portion of the Program at Youthtowne in Clinton, PA
When to apply for the Scholarship:
Any young lady wishing to apply for the Youthtowne Young Scholars Scholarship should apply in the early fall of her 8th grade year. All scholarship applications are due February 1st.
What is needed to apply for the Scholarship?
All applicants must submit a Scholarship Application and a complete OLSH Application. Only one copy of the 7th grade report card, achievement test scores, & 8th grade 1st quarter report card need to be submitted. These documents will be reviewed by both the OLSH Admissions Committee and the YYS Selection Committee. The FACTS application for financial aid for OLSH must also be completed. Applications can be obtained by contacting Jessica Cerchiaro, Youthtowne Young Scholars Mentor at (412) 264-4650
Contact Information:
Any questions concerning the Youthtowne Young Scholars Scholarship should be directed to Jessica Cerchiaro, Youthtowne Young Scholars Mentor, at (412) 264-4650
