St. Anne’s Episcopal School is announcing a new U.S. Service Scholarship for $5,000 per year for one new Middle School student applying for grades 5-8 for the 2015-16 academic year. Generous donor support is making this scholarship available to students who have a demonstrated need for financial aid, and an immediate family member who is serving in or has retired from any of the five branches of the U.S. Military or their Reserve units. The scholarship award will continue each year that the student is enrolled at St. Anne’s through 8th grade graduation.
“We are accepting nominations for eligible students from educators, clergy, community leaders and St. Anne’s faculty, alumni, and parents. We encourage teachers, principals, counselors, coaches, clergy, and others who work with children to contact our Admission Department with the name and reason for nominating a student,” says Head of School Peter Thayer.
“Our community is excited to offer this opportunity to members of the military who have sacrificed so much for us. This new scholarship is designed for academically strong students who will not only benefit from, but also add to the St. Anne’s community,” explains Middle School Head Lora Byrd. Eligible students must have an immediate family member with U.S. military service: a mother, father, legal guardian, step-mother, step-father or sibling who has currently or formerly served in the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps or Coast Guard.
Students must submit Admission applications by March 16, 2015. An online Financial Aid application is also required to qualify for the U.S. Service Scholarship. This process is confidential and candidates may be eligible for additional financial assistance. Applications, instructions, and Open House dates can be found at www.StAnnesDE.org in the Admission section.
There is no area residency requirement; current St. Anne’s students live in all three Delaware counties as well as northern and eastern Maryland and Pennsylvania. Dover is included in the school’s transportation program which is described online.
Additionally, St. Anne’s is offering two Community Merit Scholarships each worth $7,500 per year for two new middle school students for the number of years that they attend the school. “For the third year running, St. Anne’s is offering these merit awards through the kindness of anonymous donors. Our goal is to provide opportunities to enthusiastic students who may not have considered an independent school education for grades 5 through 8,” notes Head of School Peter Thayer. “These scholarship programs support our goals of providing challenging academics, spiritual development, diversity and inclusion – cornerstones of the Episcopal school tradition.”
For both scholarship programs candidates must submit the Admission application and indicate their desire to be considered by March 16, 2015. Applicants must have an interview and a day of classroom participation. Parents are also expected to tour and meet with school administrators. The required admission exam will be administered on Saturday, April 18. For details inquire online or contact Jan Ross, Director of Admissions, (302) 378-3179 x311.
The school remains committed to providing financial support to families who cannot meet the entire tuition commitment. St. Anne’s maintains an average class size of 15, and a student/teacher ratio of 7:1. “Our students are known by their teachers. The curriculum is dynamic and includes science, Spanish, music, art, religion, physical education as well as special electives and interscholastic sports (starting in 6th grade). We can tailor instruction and focus on joyful learning in this small, caring community,” adds Thayer.
St. Anne’s Episcopal School is a co-ed independent day school for children Preschool (age 3) through 8th grade (www.StAnnesDE.org). Founded by visionary educators from St. Andrew’s School in 2002, St. Anne’s academic program prepares students for a rigorous high school experience. Located on 125 scenic acres in Middletown, Delaware, the school is committed to the development of the whole child through intellectual, spiritual, physical, social, and artistic growth.
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