AHA Scholarship Opportunity
In order to encourage academic excellence and community responsibility among high school students, AHA has implemented a scholarship program for graduating seniors who are preparing to enter college. AHA will award up to two (2) scholarships per school year to deserving youth currently residing in an AHA Subsidized rental unit.
Rev. Theodore Hanus Scholarship (two scholarships available $5,000 each)
Rev. Ted Hanus grew up in Public Housing in Chicago, IL. That experience was a part of him that led to his compassionate, caring, kind and sweet soul. He served on the Arcadia Housing Board for 24 years until his passing on Nov 12, 2022. He was tough if needed and would go out of his way to be accommodating. He was an avid book reader and passionate in helping others and in discussion about political topics. He was admired by many for his wisdom and knowledge and is missed by many.
The scholarship fund will be administered by the AHA Truist Community Checking (401c3). The monies will go directly to the school that the recipient will be attending. The school will deposit the money into the student's account. The money will then be used to pay for tuition, books and activities related to the student's education and direct school expenses. If the student discontinues his or her education, the unused portion of the scholarship will be returned to AHA. For more information, contact Becky-Sue Mercer @ director@housingarcadia.com or 863-494-4343.
Requirements Checklist
Application Page
Verifications Page - from a school counselor
Grade point average - submit both Weighted and Non-Weighted
School Transcript
Two letters of recommendation - one from a teacher or guidance counselor and one personal, non-family member
Essay - typewritten essay in English addressing one of the two following topics:
How my community and high school experience have influenced my life
Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has affected your life(min 350- max 500 words).
Scholarship Committee (Executive Director + two Board Members)
Verify all items in checklist
Housing status
Minimum grade point average
Deadline of May 16, 2025
If more than 2 submissions committee to review and vote top 2
Grade Point Average Verification:Letter from school counselor listing their name, phone, GPA via 4.0 scale (weighted & non-weighted)The student's official and original transcript must be attached and submitted.
Please contact the Arcadia Housing Authority, 7 Booker T Washington Rd., Arcadia, FL 34266 or call 863.494.4343 or email the Executive Director Becky-Sue Mercer to obtain the Scholarship Application.
Note: only one scholarship awarded per student. Winner and parent will be required to sign a "Scholarship Agreement Contract" (AHA, Student, Parent & School) prior to receiving scholarship funds.
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