GUIDELINES FOR THE 2023 LUKE BARBOUR SCHOLARSHIP
                                    ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must be:
A graduating high-school senior with a “B” average or better (3.0 or higher GPA); include copy of High School
transcript with essay and application.The son/daughter of a Descanso, Guatay or Pine Valley resident OR the son/daughter/grandson/granddaughter of a Descanso Town Hall Association member (membership held for a minimum of three months); and proof of residency via Calif. Drivers’  license copy, utility bill, etc. Planning to attend a two-year or four-year college, university, technical school, or beauty school; include copy of Acceptance letter with essay and application.
                       ESSAY REQUIREMENTS
The essay guidelines are as follows:
             500-words in length, typed/double spaced;
Describes the qualities the applicant most admires about an influential adult in his/her life. No name or other
self-identifying references are to appear on the cover sheet, or elsewhere in the essay.NOTE: The essay judges are educators. Thus, spelling, grammar, and writing skills are important. Do not leave composition of the essay to the last minute—it always shows. It is strongly recommended that you have a strong writer read through your essay and point out needed corrections before it is submitted. The essay counts for the same number of points as the interview portion of the competition.
               SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The guidelines for submitting your application are as follows:
Entries must be postmarked no later than April 21, 2023 (entries received after 4/21/2023 will be disqualified);
Submit two copies of your essay
(attach without your name, please) and
Mail completed entry form, essay, current transcript and copy of Acceptance letter to college, technical or training to:
                       Luke Barbour Scholarship
           ℅ Sherree McGinley P.O. Box 384 Descanso, CA 91916
                     INTERVIEW PROCESS
The interview portion will take place at a site and time to be determined. Please be aware that applicants will be placed
in random order to meet with the interview panel. Applicants should plan on the interview portion potentially taking an
hour maximum.
The two recipients will each be awarded a $1500.00 check
There will be no discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex/sexual identity, marital status, age, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability..​

Dear Student:
The annual Luke Barbour Scholarship will be awarded this spring to two outstanding graduating high-school seniors in the amount of $1500.00 each. The scholarship was initiated to honor Luke Barbour, a dedicated Descanso community member and strong supporter of the Town Hall Association. He would be proud to learn of the direction and vision of the young people of Descanso, Guatay and Pine Valley. We hope you are eager to take advantage of this unique scholarship opportunity. Attached are the eligibility requirements, guidelines for the required essay, entry form, and instructions for submitting your essay and entry form. The selection process also requires applicants to attend a brief interview. Please review the enclosed materials very carefully. All essay entries will be assigned a number and judged by an impartial committee of educators. Entries (complete with the essay and a current transcript) must be postmarked no later than April 21, 2023. Interviews will take place at a site and time to be determined. If you need further information or additional scholarship applications, please do not hesitate to contact the scholarship chairperson, Sherree McGinley, by emailing sherjim@aol.com or calling 619.659.8584.
We are excited to have you participate in the scholarship application process.             Sincerely,
                             Jesse Raymond, President
                             Descanso Town Hall Association
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Our Scholarship may be used for any after graduation education, training, or certification that leads to a career path.
The Descanso Town Hall Association scholarship when combined with other local organization can amount to paying a large part of your education or training. Do not miss this opportunity to make a difference in your future. Members of DTHA are available to assist any senior in the completion of the application form. The DTHA wants to assist our youth in their future success.
​HISTORY OF THE AWARD:
The Luke Barbour scholarship was first awarded in 1995. It is named after Luke Barbour, a prominent Descanso resident aptly called "Mr. Descanso." Many years ago, the Town Hall Association had become dormant. Luke began the "Booster Club" to reactivate the Town Hall Association to what it is today. He likewise re-instituted the annual Descanso Fair and Parade. These actions brought about the resurrection of the Town Hall Association.

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