Star Of Hope Award
Star Of Hope Scholarship
Star Of Hope Scholarship
$2,000 Four Year Scholarship
$2,000 Four Year Scholarship
A Look into the Past
Shunji Brown graduated in 1994 from R.H.Watkins High School with a plan to attend Xavier University of Louisiana, obtain a degree in chemistry, and become a doctor (physician)...life had other plans. However, one thing held true, her community supported and believed she could. They invested in her future through various local scholarships and awards which were critically important to her attendance at Xavier University of LA. She received a university scholarship as well and was well on her way to realizing her dream.
There was one award that inspired her to vow that when the time was right and resources stable, she would create an award for youth in her hometown. That time is now.
Shunji’s Tribute to Dr. M. Deborrah Hyde
Dr. Deborrah Hyde’s Beacon of Hope Scholarship Foundation, which was established in 1991, was a gift like none other when received in 1994. Dr. Hyde proved that people like me could become a doctor from little ole Laurel, MS and Continue to support its youth. While grateful for all my awards, Dr. Hyde has always been a role model of success that I wanted to emulate. In 2016, I decided that I would apply her impact on me and take the initiative to portray it onto our communities. This also provides a network and pathway through funding as well as programs in STEM fields in Mississippi and Tennessee.
Star of HOPE Scholarship recipients more detail:
Star of HOPE Scholarship recipients more detail:
-$500 Annual Scholarships with renewal possible up to 4 years
-Participate in monthly ZEAL for Life Coaching Sessions
-Build Relationship with dedicated mentor in STEM role
-Serve as Mentor for Senior ZEAL
-Co-Host Monthly ZEAL for Life Coaching Session
How to Apply?
**Applicant must be a graduating high school senior in the year of the award from one of the
following targeted schools:
-All Jones County High Schools (MS),
-Laurel High School (MS),
-Jefferson Davis County High School (MS),
-Raleigh Egypt High (Shelby County, TN)
-Central High School (Shelby County, TN),
-Poplarville High School(MS)
**Applicant must have at least a minimum 2.5 grade point average (or a "C" average).
**Applicant must demonstrate community involvement, improvement in academics, and desire
to attend college.
**Applicants may not be related to any Board of Director or staff for this presents a conflict of interest.
**Applicant must be pursuing a STEM major at an accredited post-educational institution.
**Applicant must maintain a 3.0 College GPA for the continuum of the scholarship.
**Applicants that are awarded the Star of Hope Scholarship must be willing to attend a scholarship
orientation with the Zeal Initiative Foundation.
**Applicants that are awarded the Star of Hope Scholarship must be enrolled as a full-time student
no later than August 1, 2022
**Applicants must be citizens of the United States.
**Due Date Of Submission Is : TBD
Eligible Schools in Mississippi and Tennessee
-All Jones County High Schools (MS),
-Laurel High School (MS),
-Jefferson Davis County High School (MS),
-Raleigh Egypt High (Shelby County, TN)
-Central High School (Shelby County, TN),
-Poplarville High School(MS)
Eligible Schools in Mississippi and Tennessee
-All Jones County High Schools (MS),
-Laurel High School (MS),
-Jefferson Davis County High School (MS),
-Raleigh Egypt High (Shelby County, TN)
-Central High School (Shelby County, TN),
-Poplarville High School(MS)
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