Kitsap Community Foundation Announces 2011 Scholarships

Applications must be returned not later than May 13, 2011. For specific information regarding the Martell, Hill, and KCMT scholarships see below. Requests for applications can be made by logging onto the following website: www.thewashboard.org.

The Charles and Dorothy Martell Family Music Scholarship is given from a Fund established by the Martell children. The scholarship will go to a Kitsap County graduating high school student and may support payment for tuition or costs of educational supplies. Strong consideration will be given to participants of the Kitsap Youth Symphony, students wishing to continue music or music education. A demonstrated strength of musical interest and ability, personal character, and citizenship are required.

The Fred and Marvel Hill Scholarship was established by the Hills and continues to be supported by their children. An applicant must be a graduating senior from the North Kitsap School District, and accepted by an accredited college, university, or trade or vocational school.

The Marie A. Barker Teaching Scholarship is given from a Fund established by family, friends, and former pupils of Marie A. Barker. The Barker Family would like the recipient to achieve the important goal of a college degree leading to a career in teaching. The scholarship will be granted on the basis of merit and need to a student who has been accepted into Western Washington University Woodring School of Education program. Specific requirements are available on the Kitsap Community Foundation website, or by contacting Western Washington University Woodring School of Education.

Kitsap Children's Musical Theatre Scholarship(s) (KCMT) are merit-based scholarships awarded to one or more qualified applicants, in memory of Michael Riedel for his dedication and contributions to KCMT. Consideration will be given to the applicant's strengths in one or more of the following areas: KCMT participation, KCMT leadership, community service and leadership, other performing arts activities, other outside activities, and academics. Applicant must be a graduating high school senior no later than June 30, 2011.

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