How much funding does Superintendent's 21st Century Awards provide?

The listing does not state a funding amount. Check the funder's announcement for specifics.

When is the deadline for Superintendent's 21st Century Awards?

The funder has not published the next deadline; based on past cycles it is expected around January.

Who is eligible for Superintendent's 21st Century Awards?

Eligible applicants: Graduating high school seniors from SFUSD.

How often is Superintendent's 21st Century Awards offered?

Superintendent's 21st Century Awards runs on an annual cycle. The next deadline is expected January 26, 2027.

Superintendent's 21st Century Awards

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Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Expected ~January

Based on past cycles

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Current deadline: January 26, 2027
Tracked since: April 2026

Deadlines typically fall in: January

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Graduating high school seniors from SFUSD

Other requirements

Must exemplify Graduate Profile characteristics
No explicit academic GPA requirements stated, but demonstrated excellence expected

Overview

Annual recognition program that honors graduating high school seniors from San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) who exemplify the characteristics of the SFUSD Graduate Profile.

Geographic Scope: San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD), CA

Focus Areas:

Academic excellence
Leadership and character
Service and community engagement
Resilience and innovation
Cultural pride and identity
Social-emotional growth

Program Details:

Number of Awards: Six (6) graduating seniors recognized annually
Award Basis: Students who exemplify the SFUSD Graduate Profile characteristics including:
- Ready to Lead and Work with Others
- Ready to Think, Learn, and Grow
- Ready for Career and Life
- Ready to be Your Best
- Ready to Tackle a Changing World
- Ready to Create

Eligibility:

Graduating high school seniors from SFUSD
Must exemplify Graduate Profile characteristics
No explicit academic GPA requirements stated, but demonstrated excellence expected

Application Timeline for 2026-2027:

Application Opening: January 26, 2027
Application Process: Online application (link provided on website)

Award Recipient Examples (Class of 2025):

Charlize Becerra - Leadership, service, peer mediation, mentorship
Da'Liah Blazer - Academic excellence, health equity advocacy, leadership
Ronald Claros (RJay) - Resilience, creativity, family support, discipline
Andres Melo Moreno - Natural leader, collaboration, community service
Tuan Khiem Pham - Strategic thinking, leadership, data analysis skills
Mirae Kreutzer Joo - Creativity, empathy, healthcare outreach, overcoming adversity

How to Apply

Application Process

Application Opens: January 26, 2026 (for current year cycle)
Submission Method: Online application portal
Application Format: Digital submission via website
Required Information: (specific details not provided in available content, but based on award criteria)
- Student name and contact information
- School attended
- Evidence of exemplifying Graduate Profile characteristics
- Examples of leadership, service, and character
- Academic and extracurricular accomplishments

Note: Detailed application requirements and narrative questions were not fully specified in the provided content. Applicants should visit the application portal for complete requirements.

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