In recognition of Mr. Ramon Cortines’ service to the students of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce and L.A. Cash for College have established the Ramon C. Cortines Scholarship Fund. Mr. Cortines has been a change agent in education for several decades, and has headed and reshaped the nation’s second largest school district on three separate occasions, each time putting the needs of students above all else.
In an effort to support and encourage future educational leaders, the Fund will award a scholarship of $500 to one graduating high school senior with a demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in public service or education.
Eligibility Criteria |
To be eligible, a student must:
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The scholarship committee will review all completed applications and select one winner from the applicant pool. While participation in Cash for College events (College & Career Convention or Financial Aid Completion Workshops) is not mandatory, participation in Cash for College events will be weighted in the scoring process.
Students should electronically submit completed scholarship applications to:
Award Amount | Submission Deadline |
$500 | May 18, 2018 |
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