Academic
MetroLacrosse Academic Scholarship Program
Through the generosity of the Boston Cannons Care program, MetroLacrosse is proud to offer the third annual Academic Scholarship Program. MetroLacrosse will award scholarship money to its participants to be used toward the pursuit of higher education.
Eligibility
- Any MetroLacrosse student athlete who has participated in at least four full seasons of programming and/or participated in MetroLacrosse’s Scholastic Placement Program to attend high school outside of Boston.
- The student athlete must be able to show proof of current or future enrollment at a college or university.
- The student athlete must provide a written report on the use of funds by the conclusion of the academic year in which the funds are awarded.
Application and Award Process
- Eligible applicants must complete a MetroLacrosse Academic Scholarship Application. For the 2010-2011 academic year, applications will be due to MetroLacrosse by Friday, June 4, 2010.
- Award for 2010-2011 will be decided by Monday, June 7, 2009.
- Award recipients will be required to attend the MetroLacrosse R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Awards on June 10, 2010.
- Receipt of an award in one year does not guarantee future awards.
- MetroLacrosse will award scholarships in two amounts – up to $500 for book awards and/or up to $1,000 for scholarships. Final award amounts will be determined by the number of applicants and the quality of applications received.
- Funds may be used for any academic purpose including tuition, fees, books, etc.
Online Application for the MetroLacrosse Academic Scholarshp is now closed.
Questions? Contact Danielle Lacey at dlacey@metrolacrosse.com or 617-288-9898 ext. 116.
Scholastic Placement
The Scholastic Placement Program is offered to MetroLacrosse participants in the 6th and 8th
grade who are interested in exploring their academic options beyond Boston and Chelsea public schools.
Interested participants apply to MetroLacrosse during the spring. For those who are accepted, the program
begins during the summer months and continues through the application process in the winter. The Scholastic
Placement Program is a large time commitment and requires active participation from both the participant and
their family. The preparation process can be broken down into three categories: Test Preparation (SSAT);
School Exploration; and Applications/Interviews.
Test Preparation: Scholastic Placement participants meet as a group once per week over the summer and
fall months leading up to the SSAT for preparation classes. In addition, participants are expected to study
on their own to complete homework problems before each class.
School Exploration: Participants work with MetroLacrosse volunteers on a one-on-one basis through the exploration
and application process. These volunteers are called Scholastic Placement Advocates, and help participants determine
what type of school they are interested in and what schools fit their individual skills and abilities.
Applications/Interviews: During the fall months, participants work with their advocate to acquire and complete
admission applications and schedule interviews at the schools of their choice. To aid participants and families with the
Financial Aid application, MetroLacrosse leads a Financial Aid Application workshop during the fall.
Questions? Contact Marcus Craigwell at craigwellm@metrolacrosse.com or 617-288-9898, ext. 160.
College SpringBoard
MetroLacrosse College Springboard program is designed and dedicated to the high school students in our program to further assist them in their college bound process. The goal is to be a resource for college information, test preparation, touring colleges, and help with decision making. College Springboard is a three year program that encourages post secondary school options and engagement as early as sophomores in High School. In essence 100% of the College Springboard participants are expected to be on a journey to further their education after High School Graduation.
Questions? Contact Bismark Osei at bosei@metrolacrosse.com or 617-288-9898, ext. 111.
