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COUNTY Policy Title Date: Motion
No.
Kneehill County Scholarship Program Dec 13, 2022 445/22
Purpose:
To establish a policy providing a scholarship program for Kneehill County residents enrolled in a post-
secondary institution. The intent of this policy is to emphasize that education is not an end in itself, but
instead is a means by which people become contributing members of society and tomorrow's leaders.
Policv Statement:
Kneehill County Council, recognizing the importance of an educated population to the future well-being of
rural communities, will commit$4,000.00 per year,for a scholarship program in support of rural students
attending a university, college or trade school. This will be in the form of 2 scholarships of$2,000.
Policv Guidelines/Procedures:
1. Eligibility:
1.1 Applicant must be a rural resident of Kneehill County enrolling in their first year as a full-time
student at a recognized post-secondary institution.
1.2 Applicant must provide confirmation of enrollment and acceptance into their chosen program of
study.
2. Application:
2.1. Applicant must apply for the scholarship in writing prior to June 30 of the year of application.
2.2. A written essay. (no longer than 1000 words) Essay topic will be determined by the CAO for each
program year.
2.3. List of contributions and participation made to school and community; leadership activities and
personal achievements.
2.4. Application must include two letters of reference which validates your contributions and
participation made to school or community. (non-relative).
2.5. Applicant must submit a graduation picture of themselves along with their application to be used
for Kneehill County publications and possible local newspaper publications.
2.6. All applicants must complete an application form including the signed declaration.
3. Criteria:
Successful candidates will be selected based upon the following criteria:
• 50%-Written essay
• 25%- Letters of Reference
• 25 %-Contributions to school or community; leadership activities and personal
achievements.
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Policy Title Date: Motion No.
Kneehill County Scholarship Program Dec 13, 2022 445/22
4. Review Process
4.1. Administration will review the submission and short-list those that appear to be fully eligible to
make an application.
4.2. Decision on Kneehill County Scholarships will be made at a Committee of the Whole meeting by
Council.
4.3. The Committee will bring forward a recommendation to a regular Council Meeting.
5. Funding Allotment
The two successful candidates will each be awarded a cheque, in the amount of$2,000 upon receipt of
confirmation of enrollment at a recognized post-secondary institution.
6. Presentation of Award:
The successful candidates may be requested to attend a recognition ceremony at their convenience to be
publicly recognized. The award will be presented by the Reeve or designate.
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stock, Mike Haugen,
Reeve CAO
Approved: January 22, 2001 606/06
Amended: August 26, 2008 397/08
Amended: November 29, 2011 570/11
Amended: May 27, 2014 219/14
Amended: August 26, 2014 320/14
Amended: February 24, 2015 70/15
Amended: November 8, 2016 486/16
Amended: December 10, 2019 535/19
Approved: May 11, 2021 229/21
Approved: December 13, 2022 445/22
Review Date: December 13, 2026
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