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Snowy Saturday Morning
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11:33 AM
Good Morning Good People,
The weather outside is frightful. I'm not going anywhere I want to go, so let it snow. This has been a productive morning. I paid my bills, had a great breakfast and wrote in my journal. I'm going to take a shower, clean my room and set up the spare room today. I feel happy and good about things. I bought myself 4 cd's for Christmas, am I wrong if I crack one or two open and listen while cleaning up? I hope not. That is my plan for today.
I want my daughter to travel abroad as a student. Here is a list of Smithsonian Student Travel’s top 10 scholarship application process tips. This may be useful to you as a parent or someone else you may know.
Loving Life 'cause it Loves Me Back,
Kenya
Top 10 scholarship tips
1. Start early
Begin your scholarship and grant search as early as possible. Getting an early start allows you to apply to the greatest number of scholarships and gives more time to complete the applications.
2. Organization is key
Keep a detailed list of deadlines, requirements and notes for all your grants and scholarships. Pay attention to deadlines and give yourself enough time to coordinate every part of your application.
3. Complete thorough research
Know the requirements of the scholarships and grants for which you are applying, and be sure to demonstrate that you fulfill those requirements in your application. Research foundations and write about why their missions relate to you. Many organizations have a “Frequently Asked Questions” website section, which is a great place to find background information.
4. Don’t count out small grants
Small amounts can really add up! Apply for smaller grants with all the energy and dedication you would use for larger grants. Many small grants can make a significant difference in the cost of a student trip.
5. Consider local grants
Oftentimes local grants are designed for residents to meet requirements and receive awards more easily. While local grants usually aren’t very large, the smaller applicant pool means you’ll face less competition. You can learn more about local grants available in your area at your town hall or library.
6. Look beyond Internet searches
Scholarships advertised on the Internet can be seen by anyone, anywhere. Diversify your scholarship search by looking for opportunities through print resources or with your local government.
7. Highlight what makes you or your class unique
Your application should be memorable, so make sure the scholarship committees understand how you or your class is special. Include information that showcases why this trip is important to your school.
8. Be specific about your goals
Provide specific information about your goals. Tell the scholarship committee why this trip is important for you as a person or for your class as a whole. Useful questions for students include: how does travel impact your overall education? What will you learn? Why do you want to travel? Teachers might consider: how does travel augment your classroom exercises? What do you hope to instill in your students by taking this trip? Make it clear to the people reviewing your application that you deserve the scholarship or grant.
9. Proofread your application
Check your application for errors more than once. Ask another person to review it to gain a fresh perspective. Your final application should be error-free.
10. Apply, apply, apply
Be persistent and apply to as many scholarships as possible.
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The weather outside is frightful. I'm not going anywhere I want to go, so let it snow. This has been a productive morning. I paid my bills, had a great breakfast and wrote in my journal. I'm going to take a shower, clean my room and set up the spare room today. I feel happy and good about things. I bought myself 4 cd's for Christmas, am I wrong if I crack one or two open and listen while cleaning up? I hope not. That is my plan for today.
I want my daughter to travel abroad as a student. Here is a list of Smithsonian Student Travel’s top 10 scholarship application process tips. This may be useful to you as a parent or someone else you may know.
Loving Life 'cause it Loves Me Back,
Kenya
Top 10 scholarship tips
1. Start early
Begin your scholarship and grant search as early as possible. Getting an early start allows you to apply to the greatest number of scholarships and gives more time to complete the applications.
2. Organization is key
Keep a detailed list of deadlines, requirements and notes for all your grants and scholarships. Pay attention to deadlines and give yourself enough time to coordinate every part of your application.
3. Complete thorough research
Know the requirements of the scholarships and grants for which you are applying, and be sure to demonstrate that you fulfill those requirements in your application. Research foundations and write about why their missions relate to you. Many organizations have a “Frequently Asked Questions” website section, which is a great place to find background information.
4. Don’t count out small grants
Small amounts can really add up! Apply for smaller grants with all the energy and dedication you would use for larger grants. Many small grants can make a significant difference in the cost of a student trip.
5. Consider local grants
Oftentimes local grants are designed for residents to meet requirements and receive awards more easily. While local grants usually aren’t very large, the smaller applicant pool means you’ll face less competition. You can learn more about local grants available in your area at your town hall or library.
6. Look beyond Internet searches
Scholarships advertised on the Internet can be seen by anyone, anywhere. Diversify your scholarship search by looking for opportunities through print resources or with your local government.
7. Highlight what makes you or your class unique
Your application should be memorable, so make sure the scholarship committees understand how you or your class is special. Include information that showcases why this trip is important to your school.
8. Be specific about your goals
Provide specific information about your goals. Tell the scholarship committee why this trip is important for you as a person or for your class as a whole. Useful questions for students include: how does travel impact your overall education? What will you learn? Why do you want to travel? Teachers might consider: how does travel augment your classroom exercises? What do you hope to instill in your students by taking this trip? Make it clear to the people reviewing your application that you deserve the scholarship or grant.
9. Proofread your application
Check your application for errors more than once. Ask another person to review it to gain a fresh perspective. Your final application should be error-free.
10. Apply, apply, apply
Be persistent and apply to as many scholarships as possible.
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