West Orange Scholarship For High School Athletes With ‘Perseverance’

WEST ORANGE, NJ — Are you a high school athlete in West Orange who knows the value of integrity, dedication and perseverance? There could be a scholarship in your future.

The West Orange High School Sports Media Association (WOHSSMA) recently announced the launch of its inaugural scholarship for student athletes.

The scholarship aims to recognize and empower student athletes who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and teamwork skills, promoting excellence in athletics and encouraging the development of student leaders who embody the values of sportsmanship, dedication, and perseverance.

Here are the details, according to the WOHSSMA:

“The scholarship will award two one-time scholarships for $1,000 each. Applications will be accepted starting on April 3, 2023, and must be submitted by May 1 at 11:59 p.m. The winners will be announced at Senior Sports Night on June 8. To ensure a fair evaluation, an independent selection committee has been established consisting of West Orange Public Schools faculty and administration, alumni, Athletic Hall of Fame members and third-party strategic sports partners. All personally identifiable information will be removed prior to the committee's review and selection process.”

To apply for the scholarship, students should visit www.wohssports.com/scholarship.

“Through this scholarship, the WOHSSMA hopes to inspire future generations of athletes to pursue their passions and become positive role models in their communities,” organizers said.

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