Nancy Barie-Turner Scholarship

Purpose of Scholarship

To provide scholarship support to a graduating senior from Alexander High School in Alexander, New York.

Deadline

May 15

Number and Size of Awards

Two awards of $1,500 each

Allowed Use of Award

Awards may be used for tuition, fees, books, and other expenses associated with higher education.

Eligibility Criteria

For graduating Alexander High School seniors who:

• Show interest in human service, agriculture, or business/financial careers;
• Display the ability to be good members of the community (e.g., through volunteerism or church activities); and
• Are diligent in academic studies, with a 3.0 GPA or more.

Financial need is a consideration, but not a determining factor.

Committee/Selection Process

The selection process is coordinated through Alexander High School. A committee comprised of the principal, two guidance counselors, and faculty members reviews applications, selects recipients, and informs the Community Foundation.

Application Process

The application process is coordinated by the Alexander High School Guidance Office, where application instructions are also available.

Nancy Barie-Turner Application

Award Announcement and Payment

The Community Foundation mails a letter with instructions for claiming the award to the high school for presentation to the recipient. Mrs. Turner or her designee presents the awards during the awards or commencement ceremony. Payment is mailed to the school for the recipient’s account after completion of the Fall semester once required documentation is received .

To release the Spring scholarship payment, send a class schedule or un/official transcript or the Nancy Barie-Turner Mid-Year Academic Verification Form to the Community Foundation between December 1 and March 15 verifying enrollment and a 3.0 minimum GPA. Scholarships not claimed by March 15 in the assigned year will be forfeited.

Renewability

This scholarship is a one-time award and is not renewable.

Other

Lineal descendants of the donor’s siblings are not eligible. If no suitable candidate meets the scholarship eligibility criteria under the three main fields of study, then the scholarship committee may select a student based on an “other career” category.