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BILL GATES ANNOUNCES 2012 SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR LOW-INCOME MINORITY STUDENTS

Eligibility: Gates' non-profit organization is giving away 1,000 scholarships for the 2012 school season. Bill Gates' Millennium Scholarship Program (GMS) will select 1,000 talented students next year to receive a good-through-graduation scholarship to use at any college or university of their choice. Scholars will also be provided with personal and professional development through their leadership programs along with academic support throughout their college career.

The program, funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, was established to provide outstanding low income minority students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in any area of interest. To date, the program has given scholarships to more than 15,000 students. Continuing scholars may request funding for a graduate degree program in one of the following disciplines: education engineering, library science, mathematics, public health or science

Contact: To apply, visit http://www.gmsp.org

Deadline: The deadline for submitting an application is Wednesday, January 11, 2012

SCCSD 2009 Scholarship Recipient

SCCSD-Jonathan Tarr Scholarship – 2009

 

Congratulations to Miss Danielle Tennille Cohen, senior at Cortez Hill Academy High School, who is the 2009 recipient of the Samoan Community Council of San Diego – Jonathan Tarr Scholarship.  Danielle is the daughter of Catherine and Kenneth Berry of Spring Valley. Danielle will be awarded the JTF gifts and scholarship of $500.  She will be attending Mesa College with plans to transfer to Graceland University in Lamoni, Iowa.  Congratulations Danielle! 

 

Thank you to all of the students who submitted applications for this year’s scholarship.  We encourage you to continue your education and pursue your dreams.  The Samoan Community Council of San Diego Congratulates the 2009 Graduates!

 

Many thanks and gratitude to Robin Tarr and the Jonathan Tarr Foundation for the generosity year after year.  The Samoan community is grateful and honored to receive this scholarship on behalf of our high school seniors. 

 

Fa’afetai ma le fa’aaloalo tele,

 

Kiki Sotoa Solia

President
SCCSD 2008 Scholarship Recipient

Jonathan Tarr Scholarship – 2008

Congratulations to Melinda Sisa Fuimaono, senior at Bonita Vista High School, who is the 2008 recipient of the Samoan Community Council of San Diego – Jonathan Tarr Scholarship.  Melinda is the daughter of Maiu’u and Sisa Fuimaono from Bonita, California. Melinda was awarded the JTF scholarship of $1,000.  She is the second in her family to receive a Scholarship from the Samoan Community Council of San Dieg and is the fourth of her siblings to attend college. Melinda will be attending Southwestern College in Chula Vista with intentions to transfer to a four-year college/university on a volleyball scholarship. Congratulations to Melinda and the Fuimaono Family!

Our sincerest gratitude to Robin Tarr and the Jonathan Tarr Foundation for the continued support in providing the “windows of opportunity” to our Samoan youth.



SCCSD Scholarship Recipients and Information

Talofa lava,

 

SCCSD-Jonathan Tarr Scholarship – 2007

 

Congratulations to JOSHUA TAUANU’U, senior at Mira Mesa High School, who is the 2007 recipient of the Samoan Community Council of San Diego – Jonathan Tarr Scholarship.  Joshua “Josh” will be awarded the JTF scholarship of $1,000.  Congratulations Josh! 

 

Many thanks and gratitude to the Jonathan Tarr Foundation and Ms. Robin Tarr for your kind generosity year after year.  The Samoan community is grateful and honored to receive this scholarship and past scholarships on behalf of our high school seniors. 

Fa’afetai ma le fa’aaloalo tele lava.


Recipient of the 2006 Coach James Saludares Scholarship

The SCCSD is proud to announce that Starr Fuimaono of Bonita, CA has been awarded the $1000 Coach James Saludares Scholarship for outstanding performance in academics and sports.
  • Parents: Sisa & Maiu'u Fuimaono of San Diego
  • Graduated from Bonita Vista High School
  • Earned all-CIF honors in football Jr. & Sr. years.
  • Captain and a true leader of his team.
  • Math Tutor
  • Regarded by peers as eager to help with assignments.
  • Regarded by Math Teacher and Coach as model student with great  integrity.
 
 

Recipient of the 2006 Hannah Meredith Scholarships

The SCCSD is proud to announce that Janina Falo of San Diego, CA has been awarded one of the $500 Hannah Meredith Scholarship for outstanding academic performance.
  • Parents are Isaiah & Luisa Falo
  • Student at San Diego Mesa Community College
  • GPA 3.61 (Graduate 6/07)
  • Studying Child and Family Development
  • Demonstrates Team Leadership (supports the success of others in class also)
  • Goal to obtain Masters in School Counseling and becoming an advocate for Samoan youth in promoting higher education.
  • Ultimate goal is to be a "soul-winner" for Christ.
 
The SCCSD is proud to announce that Jordan Kaiana Peiler of Vista, CA has been awarded one of the $500 Hannah Meredith Scholarship for outstanding academic performance.
  • Parents: Cheryl & Roy Peiler
  • Graduated Vista High School
  • GPA is 3.0
  • Hawaiian & Samoan Decent
  • Versed in Polynesian Dance: Kahiko, Samoan Siva & Tahitian are just a few.
  • Starting linebacker for Vista High Football and then a volunteered to help Vista Pop Warner.
  • Enrolled in American Sign Language to help be a voice for those who cannot be heard.

 

Recipient of the 2006 Jonathan Tarr Foundation Scholarship
 

The SCCSD is proud to announce that Wesley Akeli of Oceanside, CA has been chosen to be the recipient of the $1000 Jonathan Tarr Foundation Scholarship.

As a senior at Carlsbad High School, Wesley was chosen as section leader for the Chambers Singers.  He is a song writer as well as an accomplished guitarist.

Wesley plans to attend the Musicians Institute of Hollywood.

The combination of Wesley’s Samoan and Tahitian background was a catalyst for his affinity for music and culture.

He has participated in various Polynesian events by sharing his music and dance talents. It is at these venues where Wesley is able to demonstrate his strong cultural ties and iintegrity.

 
Click to hear Wesley Akeli perform at the Tarr Gala 2006



 

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