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2021-2022 AIEA StudentScholarshipArizona Indian Education AssociationEducation WebinarJune 14, 20213

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Welcome & Introductions What is AIEA? AIEA email: AIEA.est2003@gmail.com Webpage: www.itcaonline.com/aiea YouTube: Arizona Indian Education Association Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aiea2003/5

Scholarship Webpage Visit the 2021-2022 AIEA StudentScholarship webpage atwww.itcaonline.com/aiea and scrolldown the column to Scholarship button Find: Important updatesFAQ’sContact information forquestions and applicationsubmissions

Scholarship FAQ’s1.Check the AIEA webpage for the2021-2022 Scholarship FAQ’s forclarification to common questions!2.Go to www.itcaonline.com/aiea andscroll down to the Scholarshipbutton and click3.If your question is not answered onthe webpage, please contactJerri.thomas@itcaonline.com or(480) 452-4867.

Important Dates Deadline: Friday, August 6, 2021 by 11:59p.m. (AZ-Phoenix Time) Notification to Awardees: Friday, August 13, 2021 Scholarship Award Ceremony: Friday, November 19, 2021 Preferred submission by email to AIEA.est2003@gmail.com For questions, contact Jerri Thomas at Jerri.thomas@itcaonline.com or (480) 452-4867

Criteria American Indian/Alaska Native students residing in and attending a school orcommunity college/university in Arizona Enrolled member of a federally-recognized tribal nation Demonstrates excellence, creativity, initiative and leadership in school, community andcultural activities Exemplifies the characteristics of a positive role model in his/her school and community

Grade Level Criteria 7th – 12th Grade Students: Community College and University Students: Must have a 2.0 GPA or aboveMust be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student with a minimum of 12 credit hours forcurrent semesterMust have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or aboveGraduate Students: Must be enrolled as a full-time graduate student with minimum credit hours, as defined bygraduate program, for current semester Provide documentation from graduate college/departmentMust have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above

2021-2022 Award Categories Academics - Students with a GPA of 2.0 or above and doing very well in school Exemplary - Students who excel in many areas including academics, extracurricularactivities, and involvement in the American Indian community Make-A-Difference - Students who may not excel in academics, but excel in otherareas including extracurricular activities, artistic abilities, or involvement in thecommunity for the benefit of American Indian students and/or American Indian people

2021-2022 Award Grade LevelsAward Grade Levels: Middle School/Junior High 150.00High School 400.00College/University 700.00Number of Awards:1)2)3)4)5)6)7)College/University Student – AcademicsCollege/University Student – AIEA ExemplaryCollege/University Student – Make a DifferenceHigh School Student – AcademicsHigh School Student – AIEA ExemplaryHigh School Student – Make a Difference7th Generation American Indian Junior High/Middle School Student – Academics

7th Generation Junior High/Middle School Award forAcademicsDecision to update Junior High/Middle School award: Low Junior High/Middle School applicant turnout Most categories with no applicantsResult: Relocated unused award monies to College/University scholarship awards Basically consolidated the Junior High/Middle School categories to one award

Required Documents Application Form 2 Letters of Recommendation Essay (2 pages double-spaced, 12 point font only) Curriculum Vitae or Resume Copy of Proof of Tribal Enrollment from a federally-recognized tribal nation Copy of Recent School Transcripts (unofficial) College/University Students: Copy of Enrollment Verification from college/university office Optional: Artistic Expression Piece extra 5 points

General Rules to Follow! Old and recycled essays, recommendation letters, and enrollment verification not acceptable Out-of-state student applications not acceptable (living or schooling outside of AZ) Certificate and training student programs not acceptable Part-time student applications not acceptable Submissions after August 6, 11:59p.m. deadline not acceptable For questions, please contact Jerri Thomas at Jerri.thomas@itcaonline.com or (480) 452-4867

Filling Out the Form Use the check list to mark off each itemCheck ONE award you are applying for Fill out the Student Information section with up-to-date information Information for your upcoming 2021-2022 Academic YearEx: What grade will you be during the 2021-22 school year?Sign and date form Need active email and active cell phone number to check your application statusClear your voicemail box to ensure that AIEA can leave you a message if we miss youFill out the Educational Status and History section with up-to-date information Review the categories to ensure you are applying for the award best suited to your accomplishmentsand goalsGet required parent/guardian signature if you’re under 18Proofread all written information to make the application form is complete

Two Letters of RecommendationWhy ask for recommendation letters? Employers, college admissions, scholarships, internships/externships, or volunteeropportunitiesWho to ask for recommendation letters: Supervisor or Manager School Counselor Teacher or Professor Community or Church Leader or Mentor

Letters of Recommendation How to determine who to ask: Needs to know you – your connection between the recommender and recommendee Needs to know your skills, knowledge, work ethic, and strengths Needs to know why you are qualified Can write a good letter of recommendation Is very involved in the community, organization, business, etc.

What is a Good Recommendation Letter? Recommender knows the recommendee by establishing context Includes examples and anecdotes – meaningful stories Uses powerful language – ex: creative, mature, leader, motivated, potential, above andbeyond Attests to your commitments, character, and interests Differentiates you from others Discusses why you are a strong candidate Would recommend you for other and more opportunities Written in length and quality

Recommendation Letter TipsHow to ask: Build relationships early on Meet with your recommender to discuss asking for your letter Ask early – give them time Give them a copy of instructions and deadlinesOther tips: Ask the right person – knows you personally and they’re genuinely happy to help you Give them a brag sheet – share important information you want them to know Ask others who they would ask for a recommendation letter Thank your recommender or give them a thank-you gift Keep in touch with your recommender

Writing Your Resume If you don’t what a resume looks like, please research/google how to write/format a resume Resume should be no longer than 1 page Think about the scholarship category you are applying for when writing your resume To start, make a list of information and organize into categories Goal: construct a professional identity to show competence Abilities as a student, worker, and community member Include skills, work experience, educational background, volunteer experience,accomplishments/awardsFor more feedback, have a professor or teacher proofread your resume

Writing Your CV (Curriculum Vitae)Graduate Students: If you don’t what a CV looks like, please research/google how to write/format a CV CV is usually longer than 3 pages to include extensive information Include relevant information and experience you have with tribal communities or Nativepopulations To start, make a list of background information and organize into categories Goal: construct a scholarly identity to show credentials Abilities as a teacher, community member, researcher, or publishing scholarInclude educational background, work/internship/teaching experience, accomplishments/awards,volunteer experience, publications, presentations, certificates/credentials, professionalassociations/licenses, etc.For more feedback, have a professor or supervisor proofread your CV

Resume or CVResume: 1 page Professional/Career centered Emphasizes skills Entry level work or college Applying for positions in industry, nonprofit, and public sectorCurriculum Vitae: 3 pages Academic centered Emphasizes academicaccomplishments Experienced worker/researcher,usually graduate students Applying for positions in academia,internships, grants, scientific, andmedical professions

Review what Experiences/Honors to Sharein Your Resume or CVResume:Curriculum Vitae: Educational BackgroundWork ExperienceSkillsVolunteer ExperienceAccomplishments and Awards Educational BackgroundWork, Internship, Research, or TeachingexperienceAccomplishments and AwardsVolunteer edentials, professionalassociations/licenses, etc.

Writing Your Essay: DirectionsSubmit a typed double-spaced essay (2 pages, 12 point font) on the theme of “EmpoweringTradition for My Community.”Please do the following:a.Create a questionnaire with four questions that you will use to interview a Native elder that yourcommunity considers to be an elder.b.Interview the Native Elder using your questionnaire. This can be someone you know or someone youmeet just for this assignment. Ask the elder if they can teach you a word or concept in their nativelanguage for Hope.c.Write your essay. Explain the importance of Hope in learning, knowing, and appreciating the role ofculture in your educational journey.

Writing Your Essay: Format 2-page limit 12 point font Double-spaced Page 1 and 2 is the written essay Page 3 is list of interview questionsPlease follow the essay directions as listed: There may be additional requirements such as interviewsand optional artwork for extra points

Essay Theme“Empowering Tradition for My Community” What does that quote mean to me?What feeling or emotion does this invoke?What does this look like to me? Themes are always your own to interpret.Plan how you are going to write your essay before writing: Always look at the essay directions and make sure you understand them and follow them Think about what you will include

Writing Your InterviewPlease do the following:1.Create a questionnaire with four questions that you will use to interview a Native elder that yourcommunity considers to be an elder.1.Write your own questions2.Interview the Native Elder using your questionnaire. This can be someone you know or someone youmeet just for this assignment. Ask the elder if they can teach you a word or concept in their nativelanguage for Hope.3.Write your essay. Explain the importance of Hope in learning, knowing, and appreciating the role ofculture in your educational journey.

ThemeWriting Your EssayFollow the essay directions listed onthe application!What’s included in the essay: Theme Interview questions andresponses Translation and explanation of theimportance of HopeInterviewResponsesHopetranslationEssay