Fistal Family Nursing Scholarship
Inspired by a bequest made by a cousin, the family decided to fund a scholarship for a purpose close to their hearts. After thinking about their own educational backgrounds, they decided to concentrate on Sheri’s; an A.D. in Nursing at age 35 followed in two years by a B.S. and at age 55, an M.S.N. A scholarship will help those students who want to make nursing their career choice. The Jewish Community Alliance, which represents the Jewish community in southern Maine, provides a ‘home base’ for the scholarship. This scholarship will be presented each year to a Jewish high school senior or Jewish individual who plans to become a Registered Nurse and is accepted to a secondary school that awards an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing.
Applicants must:
- Write a one hundred word statement on why they want to become a Registered Nurse
High school applicants must also:
- Provide a high school transcript
- A description of their extracurricular activities
- Letters of recommendation from two teachers and one other non-related person that are familiar with the applicant’s accomplishments
Non-traditional student must also:
- Submit three letters of recommendation, one of which from an employer or professional contact
The award will be disbursed to the school where the student is matriculated.
The committee will review all proposals and may follow up with applicants with any additional questions.
Awards will be presented in person to each honoree at the JCA’s Annual Meeting.