Scholarships for Students from The Rotary Club of Burlington!

VOCATIONAL STUDIES AWARD
In Memory of Ron McDermott, this award is presented to a student pursuing post-secondary vocational training through a recognized post-secondary institution or program such as a community college, private, apprenticeship, trade or university program. Value: $2,500

LEAP FORWARD AWARDS
This Award is open to local youth to provide assistance for further training / education in a recognized occupation, vocation or skilled trade. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and a strong desire to move forward. Value: $2,500 each for 2 awards.

ATHLETIC AWARDS
Open to local high school student athletes to provide assistance with training costs for enrollment in sports-related training programs beyond high school. Value: $2,500 each for 2 awards.

ACADEMIC AWARDS
Presented by the Rotary Club Burlington Lakeshore Charitable Foundation to students demonstrating leadership and organizational skills in school and community, a history of academic excellence and are pursuing or planning to pursue a post-secondary Degree. Value: $2,500 each for 6 awards.

SPECIALTY STUDIES AWARDS

Applicants should demonstrate a history of academic success, leadership and organizational abilities in school or the community

• The Fine Arts Award in honour of Leon and Betty Laron is presented to a student pursuing or
  planning to pursue either a degree or non-degree post-secondary program in Visual Arts, Performing
  Arts or Arts Therapy Program. Value: $2,500
• The International studies Award in memory of Kan Nakazawa is presented to a student pursuing or planning to pursue a degree program in studies with an international focus and / or which leads to an international professional career. Value: $2,500
• The Educational Studies Award in memory of Bev Bowra is presented to a student pursuing or planning to pursue studies leading to a career as a teacher, educational administrator or educational assistant. Value: $2,500