Scholarship

We are happy to present details of our scholarship:

• Purpose of the Scholarship - The Friends of Euclid Creek (FOEC) seek applications from high school students planning to pursue degrees or certificates in environmental studies.
• Awards - One scholarship worth $500 USD will be awarded to a deserving student to be used for educational purposes.
• Criteria - We  will evaluate applicants based on their potential to contribute to the field of environmental studies.
• Eligibility -   The applicant must be a high school senior planning to pursue a degree or certificate in environmental studies and must attend a high school located in Beachwood, Cleveland, Euclid, Highland Heights, Lyndhurst, Mayfield Heights, Richmond Heights, South Euclid, Willoughby Hills, or Mayfield Village - the cities in the Euclid Creek watershed.  
• Schedule - Application materials must be postmarked on February 15, 2014, or before.  Winner will be determined by May 1, 2014. 
• Questions - Direct questions to jeanette.evans@sbcglobal.net.  
• To apply 
  • Provide a minimum of one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or community member. 
  • Submit a one- to two-page cover letter describing your career goals, past volunteer work related to environmental studies, and significant achievements to date. Follow proper letter format, include your name, address, telephone number, and email, and sign the letter before mailing. 
  • Send completed items to Friends of Euclid Creek, P.O. Box 21384, Euclid, Ohio 44121. 
  • Complete an interview with members of the Friends of Euclid Creek when invited.