Monarch Legacy Scholarship Application Class of 2020

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Section 1: Opening Letter

Dear Monarch Graduating Senior,

Enclosed is the 2019-2020 Monarch Scholarship application. The Monarch Scholarship is

meant to encourage graduates to achieve their education goals of earning a college degree or
technical certification. The Monarch Scholarship awards students whose academic excellence,
personal ambition and achievements merit recognition. Scholarship recipients are chosen for
their motivation to achieve a higher education, their academic potential and their passion for
giving back to their community.

Students must demonstrate a high level of personal commitment to continuing their education
beyond Monarch by pursuing a variety of other means of financial support, including financial
aid, external scholarships and employment. The Monarch Scholarship is available to
supplement these other income sources. Scholarship types and funding amounts will vary
based on the strength of the application and the availability of funds.

It is important that you spend a significant amount of time before and during your senior year
brainstorming and evaluating realistic options for furthering your education. To support you
through that planning process, all candidates for graduation must complete the Monarch Senior
Portfolio as a prerequisite for graduation and to be eligible to receive the Monarch Scholarship
and other forms of support.

The Monarch Scholarship Spring application deadline is Friday, June 1 at 4:00 p.m. Award
decisions will be made and announced by June 8, 2020.

Monarch Scholarship awards are not automatic or guaranteed. All scholarship candidates must
meet certain eligibility criteria, as well as complete and submit the Monarch Scholarship
Application included in this packet prior to the deadline. Late or incomplete submissions will not
be accepted. Scholarship funds will not be distributed to students who have not applied and
been formally awarded scholarship funds.

Always Believing In You,

Megan Turner
Did you read, agree to, and understand the above section? Please sign (type in your name)
below.
Billy Campos

Please provide your personal (NOT MONARCH SDJCCS EMAIL)

[email protected]
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Section 2: If Awarded a Monarch Scholarship

1. At the beginning of each semester, students must show proof of full-time enrollment into an
accredited post-secondary school; including university/college enrollment and/or approved
vocational trade/technical training programs. The Monarch School must approve coursework no
later than two weeks prior to the start of the semester. Scholarship recipients are expected to
enroll and remain enrolled in no less than ​12 units of college courses​, including a minimum of 6
units of General Education courses. General education courses include Math, English, Science,
Social Studies, or Foreign Language ONLY. While you may take other courses in college, they
will not be eligible for Monarch Scholarship awards without also taking the minimum number of
general education units and meeting GPA requirements.

2. Every semester/quarter Legacy scholarship recipients will need to submit a renewal

application within the specified deadlines. If you do not submit within the deadline you will not
receive your renewable scholarship for the semester/quarter.

3. Scholarship recipients are expected to meet a minimum GPA of 2.00 requirements on their
General Education coursework each semester/quarter.

Students who do not meet the minimum GPA requirement may lose their eligibility for
scholarship payments.

4. Scholarship recipients must make a personal commitment to give back to the Monarch
School and their community during and after college in meaningful and creative ways including,
but not limited to, participating in at least two Monarch events per school year, mentoring other
Monarch students as needed, and/or donating time and resources to the school.

5. Scholarship funds may be used for tuition, books, fees, room and board/living expenses,
transportation and other educational expenses.
DISPERSAL OF SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS

The Monarch Legacy Scholarship

1. The Monarch Legacy Scholarship is a competitive, renewable scholarship intended to

supplement other financial aid awards received during each semester/quarter enrolled in
college. The Monarch Legacy Scholarship is renewable for up the awarded amount of $8,000
total ($2,000 per school year) if enrolled in a college/university and/or approved vocational
trade/technical training programs. The number of awards will vary. Scholarship awarded
amounts will be announced in the award letter.

2. Monarch Legacy Scholarship winners will receive their initial scholarship check upon
confirmation of acceptance and enrollment at an accredited two or four year college/university,
or enrollment into an approved vocational or trade/technical training program. This application
will serve as your first renewal application, however confirmation of acceptance and enrollment
must be submitted by the given deadline.

3. Every semester/quarter you will be submitting a renewal application within the given
deadline. If minimum GPA requirements are met, then subsequent scholarship payments will be
issued upon the submission of renewal application, transcripts and/or grades from the previous
semester to verify academic eligibility, and confirmation of registration in no less than 12 units of
college courses for the current or upcoming semester, including a minimum of 6 units of General
Education courses, or enrollment into an approved vocational or trade/technical training
program. There may be partial scholarships awarded on a case by case basis if you are not
enrolled in 12 or more units.

4. Monarch Legacy Scholarship winners who do not complete and submit meet their minimum
GPA requirements in a semester/quarter will be placed on academic probation. Scholarship
funds may not be distributed at the end of the semester/quarter where academic requirements
aren’t met. To remove probation status and/or reinstate scholarship funds in the next
semester/quarter, students must submit an academic improvement plan and proof of academic
tutoring support along with enrollment verification for the new semester.

5. If you fail to meet minimum GPA requirements for two semesters in a row, you may lose your
renewable scholarship permanently.
Did you read, agree to, and understand the above section? Please sign (type in your name)
below.
Billy Campos

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Section 3: Application Requirements/Prerequisites

1. Monarch graduates are eligible to apply for the Monarch Scholarship during the last grading
period of their senior year.
2. Before you can apply for the Monarch Scholarship, the following pre-requisites must be met:
a. You must be on track to graduate with a high school diploma.
b. You must be on track to complete the Monarch Senior Portfolio with a passing grade
3. You must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the California
Dream Act application prior to applying to the Monarch Legacy Scholarship.
4. You must have applied for at least three external scholarships prior to graduation or have
submitted the San Diego Foundation Common Scholarship Application in the spring. You do not
have to have won the scholarship(s). If you did not apply for external scholarships, you must
write a 50-word statement explaining why.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
1. Applicants must be currently enrolled at the Monarch School.
2. Applicants must be eligible to receive a high school diploma from Monarch upon graduation.
GED candidates are not eligible for the Monarch Scholarship.
3. Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 by the conclusion of the 2nd semester
grading period during their senior year. The cumulative GPA includes grades earned during time
enrolled in high school since 9th grade.
a. Students not meeting the 2.0 GPA requirement may still apply for the scholarship.
i. You must submit a supplemental 150-word statement explaining why you should be
considered for a scholarship reward despite not meeting the minimum GPA requirement.
4. Applicants must be on track to enter a two or four year college/university or approved
trade/technical certification program in the upcoming semester.
5. Applicants must exemplify leadership and commitment to their community as evidenced by
volunteering and community service.
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Section 4: General Information

Student name
Billy Campos

Birthdate
January 28, 2002

When did you enroll at Monarch?

August 2015

When is your graduation date?

June 12, 2020

What is your mailing address?

4275 College Ave, San Diego, CA, 92115

What is your current cumulative GPA (Grades 9-12)? NOTE: If your GPA is less than the
required 2.0, you must submit a 150-word statement addressing why you feel you should still be
awarded scholarship funds.
GPA: 3.6

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Section 5: College/Career Plans

At which college/university or vocational technical/trade training program will you enroll in

Summer/Fall 2020?
I am planning to enroll in Monterey bay or to a community college

Have you applied?

 Yes I have applied to Community College and Monterey Bay

If no, please explain below.

Have you been accepted? Yes!

If no, please explain below.

When will you begin coursework?

I believe in the fall

Please list the other scholarship(s) you have applied for during your senior year. Note: (You
must have applied for a minimum of three external scholarships to be eligible for the Monarch
Scholarship. You do not have to have won the scholarship(s). If you did not apply for external
scholarships, please write a 50-word statement explaining why.
I did not apply for external scholarships because I thought I had more time. I was focused on
doing my work for my classes in order to graduate. When it was time to turn in scholarship
applications I didn’t have any to turn in. I regret not making scholarships one of my priorities
because now I am taking the repercussions. Next year I will make scholarships a priority.

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Section 6: High School Involvement
List your high school extracurricular activities (e.g. memberships in organizations, sports, etc.):
ASB, Royal Restoratives, Anime club, Book club, School Site Council, San Diego Public
Defenders Youth Council, Boys To Men Mentoring.

List the community service/volunteer activities in which you have been involved:
Volunteered to staff at Boys To Men Mountain Adventures
List honors or academic awards you have received (e.g. High Flyers, Perfect Attendance,
Student of the Month, etc.):
Student of the Month, Perfect Attendance.

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Section 7: Short Answers

Why did you choose the college/university or program that you are enrolling in during the
upcoming semester?
I chose Monterey Bay University because it’s one of the best schools for marine biology which
is the desired field I wish to pursue.

How will you be financing the other expenses needed for your college education and living
needs?
I plan to be working part time

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Section 8: Personal Statement

Please write a 1-2 page, double-spaced essay that addresses the following:

High School has prepared me for many challenges ahead. I have learned how to cope

with stress and problem-solving skills. One of my challenges will be moving to a new location

being away from family. This will be the first time in my life where I won't have my family's

assistance. There is a lot of stress when moving to a new place especially when you don’t have

anyone to lean on and a support group. Fortunately, at Monarch, I have learned how to cope

with stress and how to effectively use it for something positive. Also moving to a new place can

be a positive and rewarding experience. I will meet new people and gain a sense of

independence. I will be able to make my own decisions without having to worry about my little
sisters and about getting home at a certain time. I will still be responsible of course but I will

have a sense of freedom. I will also have to start working part-time to pay for something I won’t

be able to cover with student loans and savings. Time management has been a challenge I

have been struggling with throughout high school and it is going to be a challenge I will continue

to struggle with. But I am using my resources like calendars, and binders to help me.

The next 5 years of my life will be filled with joy, sorrow, accomplishments, and failures. There is

no way to know how my life is going to be like in the next chapter of my life. But I know I will

have a great time making new experiences and friends along the way. I also know I will have a

rouge time tackling the challenges ahead. My sister passed away last year and I know her

passing is something I will be learning to cope with my whole life. I will also discover what my

purpose is and how I will change my community. In the next 5 years, I will earn my bachelor's

degree with hard work and dedication. I might join a non-profit that is committed to helping the

ocean and our environment or find a job at an aquarium or wildlife center and rescue/take care

of marine mammals. Maybe become a certified scuba diver and teach others or learn how to

surf.

At Monarch, I have had many support systems. If I ever needed to talk there was always

someone I could turn to support. When I needed academic help I always had someone I could

ask. After Monarch, I am going to have a much different support system. I know I will still be

able to ask for help, I will have student services to ask for tutors and counselors to work with

me. I will also get accommodations like extra time on assignments due to my IEP. If I am not

sure where to go for help I can ask Ms.Megan because I will be in the alumni program.
Ms.Megan and Ms.Delia will be a great help in life after high school. I know I can go to them for

any support I’ll need and they will support me the best they can.

My Monarch community has helped me grow academically and emotionally. In the future, I hope

I will get a chance to give back to that community. Maybe in the future, I can tutor other students

who need help or help out in the teacher's classes. Or I can help out with setting up for Monarch

events. Maybe in the future, after students graduate from college they can be mentors to help

and grow future seniors. Similar to the mentorship they have right now with Ms.Deila but with

Monarch students that have graduated college and have been in similar situations growing up.

In my community outside of the monarch, I would like to help save lives but not human lives. I

would like to be a rescuer for endangered animals being hunted or animals rescued on the

beach and be able to teach my community about these animals. The importance of saving our

ecosystem and our planet because as humans we take things for granted: internet, electricity,

electronics, etc. We use these resources and we call them “necessities” but they are not

necessities because we can survive without them. I believe educating people will make a

difference in our community and possibly the world.

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Section 9: Letter of Recommendation

One letter of recommendation required. Please type the name of the person who will
write your letter of recommendation:

Tracy Rangel
​[email protected]​ or ​[email protected]
This application is due by 4:00 p.m. on June 1, 2020. LATE OR
INCOMPLETE SUBMISSIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. NO
EXCEPTIONS!