Must reside in Coconut Creek, based on Academic Achievement, Financial Need, and School and Community Activities. Students must be well-rounded individuals with highly developed interests in their community, this means volunteer work, initiating programs, tutoring peers, and have leadership qualities at school. Students balance all these extracurricular activities with strong academic performances. Grade point average of 3.0 or better is recommended. They have also been offered the opportunity for art scholarships by schools represented at the competition.
Local committees determine winners of the scholarship for each district.
Congressional District 23 is represented by Alcee L Hastings and therefore awards this scholarship. So if Alcee Hastings is your Congressman, you can apply for this scholarship. The school chooses 3 seniors having the qualifications of Leadership, Dependability, Service, and Patriotism. The selected student has to write an essay. Students must enter a descriptive 2-page essay, a wiring diagram, clear photos of the device, and a completed Official Entry Form.