The Saratoga Builders Association, Inc. announced
its continued monetary commitment
to education, as it will be awarding a $1,000
student scholarship in 2013.
The organization makes the scholarship
available annually to high school seniors who
are planning to pursue a construction industry
education.
The scholarship award is open to any high school senior in Saratoga County who is planning to pursue construction education at a two or four-year accredited college or university; or to students who would like to purchase tools for employment in construction.
Students must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
They must demonstrate current or past involvement in the construction field, including classes taken in high school, to be eligible for this award. Each applicant must also submit a high school transcript or list of construction classes taken plus a short essay describing why they are interested in a construction industry career and what events led to this decision.
Applications for the scholarship program must be postmarked on or before April 1. Only the first 25 completed applications will be accepted so early application is encouraged. The winner and their school will be notified by May 1.
To receive a scholarship application, contact Barry Potoker, executive director, at 366-0946 or bpotoker@saratogabuilders.org.
The Saratoga Builders Association, Inc. is a specialized professional trade association representing an industry basic to the well-being and economy of the people of Saratoga County.