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Steven A. Parascandola Art Scholarship

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$500

Due: March 15, 2027

No min. GPA required

Description

Established by Steven's family in 2008 to honor his character, his talent and his love of art. The Steven A. Parascandola Art Scholarship is intended specifically for art students graduating from John Jay High School who are interested in pursuing an art-related major in college. Applicants must have a good academic record (85+ overall average), have demonstrated interest and involvement in the arts (extracurricular and/or JJHS art sequence), and have participation in extracurricular activities. Applicants must submit two current letters of recommendation; one from an art teacher and one from a teacher or guidance counselor, clergy or persons other than family members who are familiar with the applicant's skills and abilities. These letters must have been written within the last six months. Applicants must also submit their portfolio, which must be a digital PowerPoint presentation of the applicant's original works. Portfolios and PowerPoints should contain 12-20 pieces of the applicant's best art work. Work should show evidence of risk-taking and experimentation, but also show a range of the applicant's abilities. At least 6 pieces of work should reflect the applicant's own artistic interests. Applicants may include work that has been executed independently. Applicants may submit Supplemental Information, which may include any materials that the applicant feels will support their application; such as resumes, lists of shows the applicants have participated in, newspaper articles, etc. Online applications must be submitted by March 15, 2026. Paper applications may be submitted to the guidance department at John Jay High School with all attachments by May 1, 2026. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley for more information.

Steven A. Parascandola Art Scholarship

$500

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