SAN DIEGO EDUCATION FUND

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND

MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

Application Information

The San Diego Education Fund oversees several scholarships to support students in their pursuit of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics degrees. The three scholarship programs are:

Virginia Mashin Mathematics Scholarships
Jack and Virginia Mashin Mathematics and Science Scholarships
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Scholarships.

Two Virginia Mashin Mathematics Scholarships will be awarded this year to one female student and one male student who will major in mathematics and attend a college or university in San Diego County. In addition to the scholarship funds, scholarship recipients will receive counseling and mentoring from the San Diego Education Fund.

2. Two Jack and Virginia Mashin Scholarships will be awarded this year to one female student and one male student who will major in mathematics or science and attend a college or university in San Diego County. In addition to the scholarship funds, scholarship recipients will receive counseling and mentoring from the San Diego Education Fund.

The Mashins left a gift of $688,000 for the principal to be invested and the income to be used to grant perpetual scholarships. Virginia Mashin was district mathematics specialist and a calculus teacher at Kearny High School. After her retirement, she tutored students in math. She received numerous awards from the San Diego Mathematics Council. Jack Mashin was a coach for over 60 years and is a member of the Coaches Hall of Fame. The Mashins did not have children and lived a frugal life so they could leave a legacy for District students.

3. STEM Scholarships will be awarded this year to students who will major in science, technology, engineering or mathematics and attend a college or university in San Diego County. In addition to the scholarship funds, scholarship recipients will receive counseling and mentoring from the San Diego Education Fund. The number of scholarships will depend on the donations received for this program annually.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

The basis for selection shall include:

Graduating from a school in the San Diego Unified School District in the spring of 2015.

High academic achievement in all areas with demonstrated academic excellence in mathematics or science
Meet the UC/CSU University admission requirements
Demonstrate financial need
Be a United States citizen or have permanent residency status
Love of our country and devotion to our form of government
Participation in both school and community activities
Plan to attend a college or university in San Diego County
Remain in contact with the San Diego Education Fund throughout college and for three years thereafter if selected as a recipient.
Provide information for the San Diego Education Fund to maintain a data base regarding its scholarship recipients
Participate in two SDEF scholar activities scheduled during the year if selected as a recipient.

Criteria for Selection

Selection will be based on your high school record, your application, recommendations, demonstrated community service or leadership skills, participation in extracurricular activities, and/or work experience and financial need. Following a review of application materials, a panel of representatives from the San Diego Education Fund will interview finalists.

Funding Level

Funding for the 2015-2016 school year is a total of $2,500.00 paid in two installments of $1,250.00 each. Scholarships are renewable each year up to four years based on good academic standing and approved course of study. The amount of the award may change from year to year.

For more information, you may contact Mary J. Castleberry at marycberry@sbcglobal.net or (858) 752-9771.

Application Material

Included in this packet you will find the following:

¨ Scholarship Application Form. Please complete this form (type or print legibly).

¨ Application Essay Form. Complete the essay using your own words.

¨ Two reference forms: At least one reference must be from a mathematics teacher for the Virginia Mashin Mathematics Scholarships; at least one reference must be from a mathematics or science teacher for the Jack and Virginia Mashin Scholarships as well as the STEM Scholarships. The other reference may include a school principal, teacher, an employer, a religious leader, etc. Distribute one form to each of your two chosen references and ask them to return the completed reference to you in a sealed envelope with their signature on the flap. Include these two references in your application packet.

¨ Application Checklist: Before submitting your application, use the checklist to ensure you have completed all the necessary paperwork. You do not need to include the checklist

You must also include:

¨ Financial Need Evidence Form. Attach copy of completed FAFSA including the section that shows family income.

¨ Your official high school transcript

¨ A wallet size head photo

Deadline for Receiving Application Materials

Application materials must be received no later than 5 p.m., Monday, March 23 2015.

Please note: The review committee will consider only applications received by the deadline. Delay in mail service is not an acceptable excuse for lateness.

Time Line for Selection

Notification to applicants will be made by April 10, 2015.

SAN DIEGO EDUCATON FUND

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND

MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

Scholarship Application for

2015-2016 School Year

Applying for:

______Mathematics Scholarship ____Mathematics/Science Scholarship ____STEM Scholarship

Please type or print legibly

Name: ________________________________________________________________________

First Middle Last

Male/Female: ___________________________ Birth date: _____________________________

Ethnicity (Optional): ____________________________________________________________

High School:_________________________________Weighted grade10-12 GPA: _________

Home Address: _________________________________________________________________

City: __________________________Zip Code______________________

Home Phone#: ___________________________ Cell Phone #: __________________________

E-mail address: _________________________________________________________________

High School

Counselor _____________________________________ Phone: __________________

Local college or university you plan to attend: ________________________________________

Have you been accepted?______________________What is you intended major? ____________

Number of family members living at home: ___________ Attending college: _______________

Total family income:

____Under $20,000 ____$20,000-$35,000 ____$35,000-$50,000

____$50,000-$65,000 ____Over $65,000

Parents’ Education Level – Please check one for each parent that shows highest level of education obtained.

Mother: High School Diploma or Less___ Two Year College Degree___Four Year College Degree or Higher___

Father: High School Diploma or Less___ Two Year College Degree___Four Year College Degree or Higher___

List any community service activities in which you have participated (e.g., working for a charitable organization, church or other volunteer work):

__________________________________________________________________

List extracurricular activities you have been involved in and indicate your role (e.g., class treasurer, member of the Science Club, cheerleading, sports, clubs, etc.)

__________________________________________________________________

List any work experience below:

Name of Dates of Hours

Employer Employment per Week

__________________________________________________________________

Is there something we should know about you that is not revealed in the preceding questions that would help us to decide to give you a scholarship?

__________________________________________________________________

My signature below certifies that all information on this application is true to the best of my knowledge. I intend to pursue a course of study in mathematics or science. I agree to a possible selection interview, and if selected, I am willing to participate in news-related publicity.

Signature: ___________________________________________________Date:_____________

Signature of Parent or Guardian: __________________________________________________

Return this form along with your essay, financial need evidence, references, and transcript by 5p.m. Monday, March 23, 2015 to:

Mary J. Castleberry

San Diego Unified School District

Eugene Brucker Education Center, Room 3251

4100 Normal Street

San Diego, CA 92103-2682

SAN DIEGO EDUCATION FUND

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING,

AND MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

Name: __________________________________________________ Date: ________________

In the space below (or as an attachment), write an essay which describes how receiving this scholarship would bring you closer to achieving your goals.

SAN DIEGO EDUCATION FUND

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND

MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

SCHOLARSHIP REFERENCE FORM

The person whose name appears below has applied for a scholarship to begin studies towards a science, technology, engineering or mathematics degree and has listed you as a reference. Please complete the information below and return this form in a sealed envelope with your signature on the flap to the student who requested this reference.

Applicant’s Name: ______________________________________________________________

Your relationship to the applicant__________________________________________________

How long have you known applicant? _______________________________________________

Signature: _________________________________________ Date: ______________________

In two or three short paragraphs, please indicate why or why not the applicant deserves a scholarship award. Your observations should be focused on those qualities possessed (or not) by the applicant necessary to achieve academic excellence and graduate with a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.

Overall recommendation (please check one):

____Excellent potential ____Good potential ____Fair potential

SAN DIEGO EDUCATION FUND

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND

MATHEMATICS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS

SCHOLARSHIP REFERENCE FORM

Applicant’s Name: ______________________________________________________________

How long have you known applicant? _______________________________________________

Your relationship to the applicant?__________________________________________________

Signature: _________________________________________ Date: ______________________

In two or three short paragraphs, please indicate why or why not the applicant deserves a scholarship award. Your observations should be focused on those qualities possessed (or not) by the applicant necessary to achieve academic excellence and graduate with a degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics.