Julia Crumbley Howell Memorial Scholarship Fielding Lewis Chapter
National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship Guidelines and Procedures
GENERAL INFORMATION
This scholarship is being established to honor the legacy of Julia Crumbley Howell, whose integrity and love for the Fielding Lewis Chapter, NSDAR, was remarkable. Julia became a member of the Fielding Lewis Chapter, National Daughters of American Revolution, in 2016. She was a much-loved member of our chapter who served in many roles, including Chair for Insignia, JROTC, Flag of the United States of America, and SAR/DAR Cooperation Committees. She loved genealogy and was very proud of her patriot ancestors. Julia also loved history and wanted to inspire young people (students) to appreciate history. This fund will be established retroactively to Dec. 23, 2022, the day Julia became an angel.
Applications must be received by March 1 [of each year].
REQUIREMENTS
The student must be recommended by a teacher of his/her choosing and endorsed by the school counselor. He/she must have maintained a grade point average of 3.0, participated in extra-curricular activities and be of excellent moral character. The student must be a graduating senior from an accredited high school in Cobb County or a graduating senior who is the child or grandchild of a Fielding Lewis Chapter member.
AMOUNT OF ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE
The current amount available for the scholarship is $500. The amount and availability may vary from year to year as determined by the Executive Board of the Fielding Lewis Chapter, NSDAR.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
The student will provide the Fielding Lewis Scholarship Committee with the
following: A. Letter of recommendation from his/her school’s Guidance Counselor or
Advisor.
B. An official copy of his/her high school transcript.
C. Letter of recommendation from any teacher who has instructed the student for at least two semesters during the Junior and/or Senior year. If the student has recently relocated to the area, letters will be accepted from the school previously attended.
D. Letter from the student stating his/her plans for the course of study to be pursued.
E. Proof of acceptance from a University or Technical College.
AWARDING THE SCHOLARSHIP
All applications will be reviewed during the month of March and the recipient chosen based on the qualifications of the applicant and the recommendations given. All applications and information given shall be kept in the strictest of confidence. Only the recipient’s name will be publicized. The recipient shall be notified immediately upon being selected. The recipient should compose a letter to the founder of this award, describing their accomplishments and educational plans, and expressing thanks for the award.
Judging will be completed by three individuals during the month of March; they shall be members of the Fielding Lewis Chapter DAR and/or outstanding members of the Community.