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Robert A. Platt Scholarship for the Sciences

UNITED CHARITABLE

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Robert A. Platt Scholarship for the Sciences

Mission: To recognize a Lawrence High School Senior student interested in pursuing a college program in the sciences. Mr. Platt's passion for coaching soccer, love of fishing, and dedication to teaching made him admired for his ability to lead teams and support students. He believed that ALL students had the potential to LEADACHIEVESUCCEED.

Geographic Scope: Lawrence High School seniors

Focus Areas: Sciences programs

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must attend a 2-year or 4-year post-secondary education institution

  • Must pursue a program in the sciences

  • Must be a Lawrence High School senior
  • Diversity and Inclusion: United Charitable is committed to supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive scholarship opportunity

    Contact Information: info@unitedcharitable.org

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Required Materials:
    1. Lawrence High School Transcript and GPA
    2. Lawrence High School Student Resume
    3. Headshot for the scholarship website (image will only be used if selected as awardee)
    4. Two letters of recommendation:
    - One from a Lawrence High School staff member
    - One from a peer
    5. Completed application form with electronic signature

    File Format Requirements: jpg, gif, png, or pdf

    Short Answer Questions (100-word maximum each):
    1. What inspired you to pursue a career in the sciences? Was it a person, event, project, life experience, or something else?
    2. Robert Platt was admired by his students for his fairness, honesty, and compassion. What qualities do you have that people admire? Is it loyalty, work ethic, helping your fellow peers, or any others?
    3. How have you made a difference or contributed to your school or community?
    4. What else would you like the committee to know about you?

    Application Instructions:

  • Application must be completed in one sitting - no save and return feature

  • Recommended to answer questions on a separate document before entering into application

  • PDF version of completed application can be saved after submission

  • Email confirmation will be sent once application is in process
  • Submission: Electronic signature form submission required

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    stem-educationscience-teachers

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