Scholarships
Scholarships are available to learners who have demonstrated a strong ethic towards achieving their personal best in their nominated area.
Successful applicants will take pride in representing their families, Bowen State High School community and the wider Whitsundays cluster – as a positive example of a highly successful learner.
Scholarships are awarded following an interview and a review of supporting documentation from the applicant’s primary school. Interviews will be held at Bowen State High School and should be attended by the applicant and their parents or guardians. Students may apply for more than one type of scholarship and are not required to sit an entry exam.
Scholarship recipients will be awarded Student Resource Scheme fees as well as special entry into key programs.
Our school offers a well-rounded and quality education dedicated to prepare students for all things.
A diversity of curricula, co-curricular and extra-curricular activities provide opportunities for all students to participate and strive for their personal best and achieve excellence within their chosen field.
Please include with your application:
• A school or current photo
• Copy of Year 6 Semester 1 Report Card
• Copy of supporting documentation (no more than 5 A4 pages) which may include:
• Certificates of achievement & photos of your participation
• Maximum of 250 words summary of achievements and aspirations (to be written by student)
• Signed back page of this booklet, consenting to publication
• Student Reference Form (no written references required)
Scholarship shortlisted students will undergo an interview process, which will include time for you to:
•share why you would be a worthy candidate for a community scholarship
•ask any questions about scholarships, the process and about Bowen State High School
Academies
The aim of the Academies Development Program is to foster an environment where students are able to develop a sense of belonging and have control of their preferred futures. The program will encompass a student-centred approach, where a combination of academic performance and sporting performance will both be required to find success.
The Program will be offered to students in year's 7 & 8. The class will consist of up to 28 students, with both male and female students able to apply. The Program will take place during HPE and students will cover the same Australian curriculum as all Bowen SHS students. Practical lessons will focus on Sport Specific skill development, team cohesion and game play. Students will not only improve their playing skills they will also have the opportunity to develop confidence in referring / umpiring as well as beginning their coaching journey.
The academy will aim to provide students with several opportunities to represent the school at local and regional carnivals and interschool competitions. Eligibility for the Academies Development Program will be determined on the below criteria:
- Review of attached application form
- Latest report cards (must be submitted with application)
- Performance at trials
If successful in their application to the academy, students must adhere to the below criteria in order to maintain their position in the academy. These will be reviewed each semester.
- Attendance rate of 90% and above
- Excellent and Very Good for behaviour and effort in all subjects
COMMITMENT TO THE PROGRAM
The Academies development program has a focus on developing the 'whole learner'. We recognise that growth in anything takes time, therefore, it is an expectation that students remain in the program for the duration of their Junior Secondary phase of learning. By doing this, continuous learning and appropriate acquisition of skills can take place. The program is supported by Local Sporting Organisations , who have given access to their quality facilities and Sport Organisatons who will be supporting the development of our coaches.