SCHOLARSHIPS
Jerry Novotny Journalism Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements
• Applicant must be committed to pursuing a career in journalism
• Applicant must be a high school senior graduating from a public or private school within the Paradise Ridge area or have graduated from a public or private school within the Paradise Ridge area within the last five years.
• Applicant must have a GPA of 2.8 or better
• The scholarship will be based on 50% need, 25% scholastic achievement and 25% essay.
Must Provide
• The email address of a principal, counselor or teacher who you would like to ask for a letter of recommendation from
• High school transcripts
• Essay: The essay must be typed, double –spaced and signed/dated by the applicant. Write an essay explaining why you want to pursue a career in journalism. (No more than 500 words)
Scholarship Rules and Information
The awarding of this scholarship is at the sole discretion of the North Valley Community Foundation. Awardees must be enrolled full-time (12 units or more) in an accredited college, university or trade school. The scholarship must be used during the year immediately following the awarding of the scholarship.
Application Deadline
Friday, April 18, 2025 at 5 p.m.
