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2012-2013 Scholarship Information | 2012-2013 Scholarship Application

SCHOLARSHIPS / FINANCIAL AID

Thanks to a host of generous donors, last year alone we awarded more than $120,000.00 in scholarships. Many of the students who receive scholarships would not have had the opportunity to attend St. Francis without assistance. Applications are available and are due back to us by March 10th. If you feel you qualify for more than one scholarship, then you may submit more than one application. All applications must be complete. The scholarships available are:

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION:

Any family interested in applying for financial aid for 2012-2013, should apply online at www.factstuitionaid.com.  Please contact the Business Office for further information at (630) 668-5800, Ext. 1135.  THE DEADLINE FOR FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS IS MARCH 1.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS:

• Spartan Scholars Award
Ten $2,000 non-renewable scholarships available for students with the top ten test scores on the St. Francis entrance exam. (There is no application for this scholarship.)

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam must be taken at St. Francis

• Principal’s Academic Scholarship
A $1,500 renewable scholarship is available for an incoming freshman based on academic excellence.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis and score in the 90th percentile
• 6th, 7th and 8th grade report cards must reflect academic excellence

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient maintains at least a 3.0 G.P.A. and exhibits positive behavior while attending St. Francis.

• Kay Finn Memorial Scholarship
A $1,500 renewable scholarship is available for an incoming freshman based on academic excellence in memory of Kay Finn, a long-time, dedicated SFHS staff member.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis and score in the 90th percentile
• 6th, 7th and 8th grade report cards must reflect academic excellence

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient maintains at least a 3.0 G.P.A. and exhibits positive behavior while attending St. Francis

• Dunlea Family Scholarship
A $1,000 renewable scholarship is available for an incoming freshman based on successful academics, while working through a learning or life challenge.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Maintained at least a “B” average in 7th grade and first semester of 8th grade
• One teacher recommendation confirming commitment to learning

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient remains in good standing with teachers, maintains a 2.5 GPA, and exhibits a positive attitude towards learning while attending St. Francis.

• Jimmy Doumos Scholarship

Criteria:

• Scored well on the St. Francis Entrance Exam
• Maintained at least a “B” average in 7th grade and first semester of 8th grade
• Active in co-curricular activities
• One teacher recommendation confirming commitment to learning

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient remains in good standing with teachers, maintains a 3.0 GPA, and exhibits a positive attitude towards learning while attending St. Francis. This scholarship is provided by the Dunlea Family in memory of Jimmy Doumos, a St. Francis grandfather who was an immigrant to the United States and emphasized the importance of education to his children and grandchildren.

Need-Based Scholarships:

• President's Scholarship
The President’s Scholarship is a need-based scholarship. Students that qualify for financial aid through the Diocese of Joliet will be awarded the President's Scholarship. The amount will be determined based on the value of the endowment that funds this scholarship. To apply go to: www.factstuitionaid.com

Criteria:

• Joliet Diocese determines student(s) to qualify for financial aid.

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient is an active participant in co-curricular activities and exhibits positive behavior while attending St. Francis.

• The Shaw Family Scholarship

A full tuition renewable scholarship, established by the Shaw Family, given to one incoming freshman.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Show a combination of academic and leadership talents
• History of extra-curricular involvement
• Demonstrate financial need

• Douglas P. Colbeth & Margaret R. Colbeth Endowed Scholarship
A $2,500 renewable scholarship, established by the Colbeth family, is available for an incoming freshman.

Criteria:

• Demonstrate significant financial need
• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Maintained at least a “B” average in grade school

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient maintains at least a 3.0 G.P.A. and exhibits positive behavior while attending St. Francis.

• Margaret (Meg) Webb Memorial Scholarship

A $2,500 renewable scholarship established by Greg Webb in memory of his sister will be given to one incoming freshman girl.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• History of extra-curricular involvement
• Demonstrate financial need

• Alumni Association Scholarship
One $2,200 renewable scholarship given by the Alumni Association to an incoming freshman who is the child/grandchild of a St. Francis alumnus/alumna.

Criteria:

• A child/grandchild of a St. Francis alumnus/alumna
• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient maintains at least a 3.0 G.P.A. and exhibits involvement and positive behavior while attending St. Francis.

• San Damiano Scholarship

Five $2,000 renewable scholarships to be given to incoming freshmen who have demonstrated outstanding participation in 7th and 8th grade co-curricular activities.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• History of extra-curricular involvement
• Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient continues to be a positive participant in the St. Francis High School community.

• The Presidential Physical Fitness Award Scholarship

A $2000 renewable scholarship available for a student who has been awarded the President’s Physical Fitness Award during 6th and/or 7th grade.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Recipient of the President’s Physical Fitness Award
• Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient continues to be a positive participant in the St. Francis High School community.

• The Virtue Family Scholarship

A $1,000 renewable scholarship established by the Patrick Virtue Family.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Score well on Entrance Exam
• Show a combination of academic and leadership talents
• History of extra-curricular involvement
• Demonstrate financial need

• Ronald ’65 & Theresa Franklin ’67 Kuhn Alumni Scholarship
A $1,000 non-renewable scholarship given to one incoming freshman who is a child/grandchild of an alumnus/alumna.

Criteria:

• A child/grandchild of a St. Francis alumnus/alumna
• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Score well on Entrance Exam
• Exhibit outstanding leadership qualities and participation in extracurricular activities
• Demonstrate financial need

• Ron ’65 & Theresa Franklin ’67 Kuhn Academic/Leadership Scholarship
A $1,000 non-renewable scholarship given to one incoming freshman.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Score well on Entrance Exam
• Exhibit outstanding leadership qualities and participation in extra-curricular activities
• Demonstrate financial need

• Beverly McCleary Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 renewable scholarship established by the Mark McCleary family and given to
one incoming freshman.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Oldest or first person in family to attend St. Francis
• Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship may be renewed each year provided the scholarship recipient maintains at least a 3.0 G.P.A. and exhibits positive behavior while attending St. Francis.

• Rev. Stanislaus Gryga Scholarship
A $750 non-renewable scholarship, established in honor of Rev. Stanislaus Gryga, and given to one incoming freshman.

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Score well on Entrance Exam
• Demonstrate financial need

• William & Barbara Dixon Scholarship
- A $2,000 renewable scholarship established by William and Barbara Dixon

Criteria:

• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Score well on Entrance Exam
• Show a combination of academic and leadership talents
• History of extra-curricular involvement
• Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship will be available for the 2014/2015 school year.

• 1-2-3 Exteriors Scholarship
A $4,000 renewable scholarship, established by Mike Braun of 1-2-3 Exteriors which is given to one incoming freshman.

Criteria:
• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Score well on Entrance Exam
• Show a combination of academic and leadership talents
• History of extra-curricular involvement
• Demonstrate financial need

• John Sorenson Memorial Scholarship
A $1,000 renewable scholarship, established by the Sorenson family which is given to one incoming
freshman.

Criteria:
• High School Entrance Exam taken at St. Francis
• Score well on Entrance Exam
• Show a combination of academic and leadership talents
• History of extra-curricular involvement
• Demonstrate financial need

This scholarship will be available for the 2012/2013 school year.

Kazma Family Scholarships - Available through the Diocese of Joliet

The Kazma Family Foundation will be providing a four-year renewable scholarship to students entering any of the Catholic high schools in the Diocese of Joliet.  Twenty-five students will be selected based on financial need.  All incoming freshmen are encouraged to apply. This scholarship is administered by the Catholic Education Foundation of the Diocese of Joliet.  Contact:  Jane Lagger, Catholic Education Foundation jlagger@dioceseofjoliet.org  or call (815) 834-4033 with questions.