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Scholarship Application

The board of RRT is overjoyed to be able to offer four, $2500 scholarships to hard working members of our program. Any athlete moving onto post-secondary education is eligible. For further information, see below. 

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Scholarship Application Guidelines and Eligibility Requirements

  1. Active Membership:

    • You must be a current, active member of the Road to the Right Track (RRT) program. Active membership is defined by regular attendance at RRT sessions and/or involvement in a school athletic team.

    • Verification: Provide a letter from your coach describing your involvement in the school athletic team.

    • Meeting Attendance: Attend at least 50% of the monthly RRT meetings, equivalent to at least 5 meetings.

    • Been a member of RRT for at least the past year

  2. Educational Status:

    • You must be a current high school student.

    • For high school students (Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior): If awarded the scholarship, the funds will be held in a trust account until you are admitted into a college program or Trade Union Program (including Associates and Bachelors programs as well as a trade union program).

  3. Essay Submission:

    • Write an essay describing your experience with the Road to the Right Track program.

    • Essay Length: Minimum of 500 words, maximum of 1500 words.

    • Evaluation: Essays will be reviewed by the board of directors.

    • Award Announcement: The scholarship will be awarded at the December meeting.

 

Application Instructions:

  1. Verification Letter:

    • Obtain a letter from your coach confirming your regular involvement in the school athletic team.

  2. Meeting Attendance Record:

    • Ensure your attendance at the RRT meetings is documented and meets the requirement of at least 50% attendance.

  3. Essay:

    • Write a detailed essay (500-1500 words) about your experiences with the RRT program.

    • Discuss how the program has impacted your life, your growth, and your future aspirations.

  4. Submission:

    • Compile your verification letter, attendance record, and essay.

    • Submit these documents to the scholarship committee by the designated deadline (to be confirmed).​​

 

Important Dates:

  • Submission Deadline: 11/14/2025

  • Award Announcement: December meeting

 

For any queries regarding the application process, please contact:
Frank Hughes
Frank.hughes@pd.boston.gov            
781-801-6751

 

Tips for Your Essay:

  • Be honest and personal. Share specific stories or experiences that illustrate your journey with the RRT program.

  • Highlight your involvement, the skills you've developed, and how the program has influenced your academic, personal growth, and future aspirations. 

  • Proofread your essay for clarity, grammar, and spelling.

  • Make sure to stay within the word limit of 500-1500 words.

 

Good luck with your application! We look forward to hearing about your experiences and achievements.

 

Please submit all applications via email to 
roadtotherighttrack@gmail.com

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