Junior Service Club of Edwardsville/Glen Carbon Now Accepting Scholarship Applications

​Edwardsville, IL, March 10, 2016– The Junior Service Club of Edwardsville/Glen Carbon is committed to continuing education and to the development of strong young women in the community. Therefore, the Junior Service Club is inviting high school female seniors within School District 7 to apply for its scholarship. Two qualifying high school seniors will receive a $1,000 scholarship, paid to the student’s account at her school of choice.

To be eligible, applicants must graduate from Edwardsville High School, Metro East Lutheran High School or Father McGivney Catholic High School during the current year. They must graduate with a grade point average of 2.5 or higher and plan to attend an accredited college, university or trade school in the upcoming fall semester. The scholarship will be awarded based on an evaluation of the candidate’s scholarship, character, and service as reflected within the application, essay portion and letter of reference.

Students are encouraged to complete an application by April 15, 2016. For additional information and to apply, please visit http://www.edglenjuniorservice.org/scholarships.html.
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About the JSC
The Junior Service Club of Edwardsville/Glen Carbon is a philanthropic, non-profit 503 1C organization comprised of women who are dedicated to making a difference in their community by enriching the lives of others. They strive to foster volunteerism by developing members’ interests and talents through a variety of service projects and fundraising by building relationships. Those interested in learning more about the Junior Service Club should visit the website at  www.edglenjuniorservice.org  or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/EdGlenJuniorService .
 
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Inquiries about the Junior Service Club should be directed to Danielle Dacus, President at 314-374-7846 or [email protected].