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Overview

John Polefka Memorial Awards

Overview: These scholarships are presented in memory of a schoolmate lost in Vietnam. The awards support students pursuing service-oriented careers and military service.

Geographic Scope: Phoenixville Area School District, Pennsylvania (graduating seniors)

Eligibility:

  • PASD graduating seniors planning to enlist in the US Armed Services

  • Students planning a career in law enforcement (police officer, state trooper, etc.)

  • Students enrolling in an ROTC program

  • Students attending a US Service Academy
  • Background: Named in memory of a fallen PASD student, honoring commitment to service

    Contact: School guidance counselor or check Naviance for application details

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Check with your guidance counselor for application materials
    2. Access application through Naviance (PASD system)
    3. Demonstrate commitment to one of the eligible career paths:
    - US Armed Services enlistment
    - Law enforcement career
    - ROTC program enrollment
    - US Service Academy attendance

    Required Materials: Available through guidance counselor; submit through Naviance

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    Fields of Work

    k-12-schoolseducationveterans

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