LEWISVILLE ISD EDUCATION FOUNDATION ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2005/06 SCHOLARSHIPS
Lewisville , Texas -- Applications for the 2005/06 LISD Senior Scholarships, awarded through the Lewisville ISD Education Foundation (LEF), are now available on line at http://lisdef.com in the Scholarship section. Approximately 128 scholarships valued at over $62,000 are available to be awarded this year. Scholarships are established through endowments or donations from individuals in honor of or in memory of someone, by local businesses and by area organizations such as Chambers of Commerce, Rotary Clubs or the Jaycees demonstrating their commitment to the community.
Applicants must be enrolled as a senior in the Lewisville School District and must complete the on-line application no later than Monday, January 30, 2006. Scholarships are awarded as specified by donors and are based on various criteria including academic excellence, community participation, career goals or GPA. Some others are awarded to students with average class rankings that have overcome unique circumstances and worked hard to achieve success. A description of the criteria for each scholarship is available on the LEF website. Scholarships range from $500 to $1,500. Scholarship winners will be announced at the annual LEF Scholarship Awards Ceremony usually held in April.
Questions should be directed to the LEF office at woodyp@lisd.net with “2005/2006 Scholarship Question” in the subject area or by calling (469) 948 2022 or (469) 948 2031. To learn more about LEF Scholarships, LEF in general or how to establish a scholarship visit http://lisdef.com .