Outstanding Graduating Girl Scout Scholarship Application

Outstanding Graduating Girl Scout Scholarship Application

Note that this is Part 1 of a 2-part application. Part 2 is to be submitted by your reference.
The application must be filled out by the applicant. Please read all instructions before completing. You may save your progress by clicking 'save' at the bottom of the form. Please note that your application is not fully submitted unless you click 'submit.' You will receieve an email confirmation if everything is submitted successfully.

Reference forms must be submitted through the following link https://forms.gsofsi.org/gs/scholarship-ref.

Applications, essay responses and reference forms must be submitted by February 24, 2025 at 11:59 pm for consideration. Late applications will not be considered.
Applicant name:*

First NameLast Name
Applicant phone number:*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Applicant email:*
example@example.com
Applicant address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Applicant is a registered member in a Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois troop?*

YesNo, I am a Juliette or Individually Registered Girl Scout in the GSofSI council
Troop number:
Service unit:*
Number of years in Girl Scouts:*
High school currently attending:*
College/University/School that you plan to attend in Fall 2024:*
Note if undecided.
Name of Parent/Guardian 1:*

First NameLast Name
Name of Parent/Guardian 2:

First NameLast Name
Reference

Please type the name of the adult you have asked to submit a reference form for you. Consider a leader/advisor, teacher, sports coach, or member of your place of worship. Please make sure your Reference fills out the required Reference form. References can be submitted using this form here: https://forms.gsofsi.org/gs/scholarship-ref
Name of reference:*

First NameLast Name
Relationship of reference to the applicant.*
Reference phone number:*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Reference email:*
example@example.com
Has your reference submitted the Reference Form portion of this application yet? They will need to complete this form which can be found here: https://forms.gsofsi.org/gs/scholarship-ref*

Yes, I've checked in with themNot sure, I need to check in with themNot yet
Essay Questions
1. Briefly explain what Girl Scouts means to you. What have you gained from being a part of Girl Scouts? What was the most memorable part of your Girl Scout career?*
2. Please give examples of the following that demonstrate your attitudes and abilities, keeping in mind the Girl Scout Promise and Law: *Leadership, *Initiative, *Cooperation, *Enthusiasm, *Respect for Authority, *Open-mindedness, *Awareness and concern for the world around you.*
3. What contributions have you made to Girl Scouting in your troop, service unit, council, or another Girl Scout council?*
4. Did you earn the Bronze, Silver, or Gold Awards? If yes, describe your projects, who or what inspired you, and what impact you think your project had.*
5. Did you participate in a GSUSA Destination? If yes, where did you go and explain your experience and what you learned. Did you participate in any council trips and/or any trips with your troop?*
6. Did you participate in any leadership opportunities? This would include Program Aide, Counselor-in-Training, Volunteer-in-Training, earning the Service to Girl Scouts or Community Service bars or the Torch Awards.*
Application Short Answer Questions

Please answer the questions below.
What activities/organizations do you participate in through your school?*
What community activities/organizations do you participate in?*
What activities/organizations do you participate in at your place of worship?*
What field or major do you plan to study/pursue? Why did you choose this?*
Please add any other comments that you feel would be helpful for the committee to consider when reviewing your application.*
By submitting this form, you agree that the information provided is factual and if chosen for a scholarship you will provide the name of your college/university/school attending, school address and your student ID number to Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois as soon as you have the information available so that payment can be sent directly to your school of choice. You also agree to allow Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois to publish information about your scholarship award.
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Outstanding Graduating Girl Scout Scholarship Application

Reference

Essay Questions

Application Short Answer Questions