Scholarships: Columbine High School
Rebel Character Award
The Rebel Character in Athletics Scholarship was created to award varsity athletes who have continually demonstrated character and leadership in athletics and in the classroom. The scholarship is funded by a donation from a former Jefferson County and University of Colorado athlete, who is now part of the Columbine community.
Scholarship Highlights:
- $2500 award to one male senior and $2500 award to one female senior.
- Award paid directly to educational institution for the benefit of the student.
- Awarded to students who exhibit excellence in athletics, leadership and academics and have demonstrated an ability to overcome adversity.
Eligibility:
- Applicants must be a graduating senior from Columbine High School.
- Student must have participated in varsity athletics.
- Student must have at least a 3.0 GPA
Application Process/Deadline
- Application forms available through the Columbine High School counseling offices, through varsity athletic coaching staffs, and by downloading application below.
- Applications must be turned into the counseling offices by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2012.
- Finalists may also have a personal interview with the Selection Committee.
- Recipients will be notified by letter no later than May 15.
Applications are available at the Columbine High School Counseling Office or download an application by clicking here. (Word doc)
Complete applications must be submitted to the High School Counseling Office
by 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 4, 2012.
2011 Rebel Character Scholarship Winners:
Kelly Kershisnik (Colorado State University) and Kyle Norton (Colorado School of Mines)
2010 Rebel Character Scholarship winners:
Matt Valdez (Red Rocks Community College) and Maria Wiggins (CSU Pueblo)