Eligibility for Scholarship
How to apply
Any senior enrolled at Lejeune High School who meets to criteria cited herein shall be eligible to receive a $1500 scholarship from the Lejeune Scholarship Foundation.
Award Criteria: Scholarships will be awarded to eligible students who:
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Satisfy all course requirements for the Lejeune Scholar Award, an existing scholastic recognition program at Lejeune High School.
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Earn a cumulative weighted G.P.A. of 3.55 or higher (an existing requirement for the Lejeune Scholar Award)
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Perform at least 150 hours of community service (hours may be prorated hours based on date of enrollment at Lejeune High School)
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Scholarship Requirements
Considerable effort is made to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of Lejeune High School students. The Lejeune Scholars Program is most comprehensive of the recognition programs to acknowledge academic excellence. All Students who pursue the specified schedule of rigorous courses listed below and who earn a cumulative weighted GPA of 3.55 or higher are eligible to earn the distinction as a Lejeune Scholar.
Click here for more information about the Lejeune Scholars Program.
Click here for more information about Lejeune Graduation Requirements.
The Foundation is concerned that graduates of Lejeune High School have an understanding that service to one’s community is a fundamental aspect of being a good citizen. The requirement for community serveis designed to foster that attitude.
Community Service
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Acceptable community service includes
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Collection or delivery for Christmas Cheer or Meals on Wheels
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Clerical work for a service agency
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Community clean-up programs like Beach Sweep
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Tutorial programs with elementary school students or homework zone at LHS
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Visitation to senior citizens and/or rest homes
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American Red Cross volunteer work
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Working concessions at an athletic event
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Mentoring young children through Semper Fi fund or coaching at youth sports