Follow the steps to successfully complete your application.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the application form and ensure you open it in the appropriate online editor.
2. Begin by filling out the applicant information form. Include details such as last name, first name, middle name, contact information, and mailing address. Be sure to indicate your race and residence status as required.
3. Provide parent or guardian information, including their relationship to you, contact details, and mailing address.
4. Complete the school information section. Include the name of your school, your counselor's name, and contact information.
5. Answer the application questions. Prepare two writing samples of no more than 300 words each, demonstrating creative abilities, along with a 200-word description of an experience that stimulated your intellectual interest.
6. Compile your personal resume that outlines activities, achievements, work experience, and community service.
7. Make sure to include teacher recommendations. List two teachers who will complete the confidential Teacher Recommendation forms; ensure they return these forms directly to the nominating educator.
8. Verify that all required signatures and documents are included as outlined in the application checklist. This includes certifications from you, your parent, and your school counselor or administrator.
9. Submit the completed application electronically or by mail. Ensure that it is sent by the specified deadline, which is January 15.
10. Once submitted, keep a copy of your application (excluding confidential forms) for your records and check with your nominating educator for confirmation of submission.

Start your application today and take the next step toward an enriching educational experience!