NJPSA Awards & Programs for Students

Student Leadership Scholarships

NJPSA provides ten Student Leadership Scholarships. The twenty five (25) $2,500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors for the demonstrated leadership in school activities other than athletics. Three students will be selected from each of the three regions of our state — north, central and south regions. A tenth award winner will be selected from any of the three regions in New Jersey

Eligibility

Eligibility is limited to graduating high school seniors who have demonstrated leadership for participation in co-curricular activities other than athletics.

Application Process

Each applicant is to submit a one page essay on the topic "The Importance of Student Involvement in School Activities". The applicant must also provide a resume indicating leadership positions they have held and their contributions to their school while in these positions. In addition, two letters of recommendation are to be submitted, one each from the principal adn an activities advisor.

School’s Role

Each high school is asked to screen their applicants and forward the name of their nominee (only 1) along with the information requested above to Charles Stein at NJPSA by April 30 each year.

Selection Process

The Student Activities Committee of NJPSA will screen all applications and notify the recipients schools of their selection in early May.

NJPSA Student Activities Association

The Student Activitites Association (NJSAA), which was formed under the auspices of NJPSA, is dedicated to training student activities advisors and student leaders. Workshops for advisors and students are offered throughout the school year.