Mar 25, 2019 1 min read

Each year, the Rotary Club of Waynesburg awards scholarships to worthy high school students based on academic performance, community service involvement, letters of recommendation, and the student’s response to an essay question. The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who reside in Greene County.

Applicants must provide a brief essay, 400 words or less, on what the Rotary motto “Service Above Self” means to them. A list of community service experiences, including dates and a brief description of each must also be submitted along with a list of school organizations to which the applicant belongs to, any offices held and any work experience if applicable. In addition, two letters of recommendation from a teacher, school administrator, employer, pastor or other adult who has knowledge of the student’s qualifications is also required.

Applications have been sent to the five area high schools, the Greene County Career and Technology Center and the Open Door Christian School, and may also be obtained by calling 724-627-5926. Applications can be mailed by postal mail or sent by email upon request. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 1, 2019.