A screening committee of LCRA employees reviews the applications and statements to select finalists who are interviewed by a selection committee, also composed of LCRA employees. Good grades are important, but we re more interested in students who demonstrate personal responsibility and show great potential for giving something back to their communities. Ideal candidates are those whose school activities reflect their personal interests, who earn their own money or help support their family, or who help others in the community through their own efforts or through a church or civic organization. Candidates don't have to be the class valedictorian, though they should rank in the top half of their class. Applicants need to prepare carefully the personal statement that is part of their application package.
Many applicants shortchange themselves by dashing off a quick paragraph.
They need to spend a proper amount of time developing their statements. Applications must be received by the LCRA by the close of business Friday, Feb. 11, 2000. The LCRA mailed application forms to counselors in high schools in LCRA s service area in mid November. Students and parents should contact their school s counselor for more information about the application process.