The Mukilteo Schools Foundation Senior Scholarship Application

Applications will be reviewed holistically, considering academic achievement, leadership, service, personal growth,

and financial need.

Please limit responses to 300–500 words per question.

We value authenticity, reflection, and sustained effort over titles or the number of activities. Focus on your personal

contribution, growth, and impact.

First name

Last name

Phone

Address

Current High School

Grade Point Average (GPA) (unweighted)

Academic Awards/Achievements (attach additional page if needed)

File upload

College/Institution Name and Student ID

Community Service

Describe how you have contributed to improving your community. Provide 1–2 specific examples from your high

school years.

In your response, please explain:

• The specific need or problem you addressed

• Your specific role (not just the group’s work)

• The impact of your involvement

• What you learned about yourself or your community

(We are particularly interested in depth of involvement and personal growth, not simply hours completed.)

Long answer

Leadership and Collaboration

Describe a time when you demonstrated leadership or played a key role in a group effort (school, work, athletics,

family, or community).

In your response, address:

• The challenge or situation

• The actions you took

• How you influenced others, strengthened the team, or helped navigate challenges

• The outcome and what you learned about leadership

Long answer

Inclusion and Equity

Describe a time when you supported inclusion, stood up for someone, or helped create a more welcoming environment at school or in your community. If you have not taken on a formal advocacy role, you may describe everyday actions that demonstrate respect, fairness, or support for others.

In your response, include:

• The situation or challenge that prompted your action

• The specific steps you took

• Any obstacles, resistance, or discomfort you encountered

• The outcome or impact of your actions

• What this experience taught you about empathy, courage, or leadership

Long answer

Goals

What personal, academic, or career goals have you set for yourself? What specific steps have you taken so far to

pursue these goals?

In your response, include:

• Obstacles you have encountered and how you responded

• What your next steps will be after high school

Long answer

Motivation and Financial Impact

What motivated you to apply for this scholarship, and how would receiving it impact your educational journey?

In your response, please address:

• Why this scholarship is meaningful to you personally

• Any financial, family, or personal circumstances that influence your need (sharing only what you are comfortable disclosing)

• How this scholarship would change or expand your opportunities

• How you plan to “pay it forward” in the future

(We value authenticity and reflection. Specific examples are encouraged.)

Long answer

Have you ever obtained a scholarship before?

Yes

If yes, please list the scholarship(s) and year awarded.

Authorization

I give permission for the Mukilteo School District and the Mukilteo Schools Foundation to release my name and photo in publications if I am selected as a scholarship recipient.

I certify that this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that incomplete applications or missing required materials will not be considered by the selection committee.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy

Scholarship responses must reflect the applicant’s own original thoughts and experiences. Limited use of tools for spelling or grammar review is permitted; however, essays generated by artificial intelligence (AI) or written by another person are not allowed.

The Foundation reserves the right to review submissions for authenticity. Applications found to contain non-original work may be disqualified.

By submitting this application, the applicant affirms that all responses are their own original work.