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PRESS RELEASE. From the City of Half Moon Bay Enews on February 22nd, 2024.
Each year Half Moon Bay provides the opportunity for Half Moon Bay students to apply for scholarship opportunities. First there is the Leadership Awards for Students, recognizing outstanding achievements and leadership qualities of middle school and high school students who have distinguished themselves as role models among their peers. Additionally, we have the Sustainability Awards, where students are invited to write an essay answering a prompt related to sustainability. More information, including requirements and qualifications, is on our website at hmbcity.com/studentawards.
All applications must be received by April 1, 2024 at 5:00pm. Postmarks do not qualify.
In order to submit an application, please fill out the form below or pick up a Student Award packet in-person at City Hall, 501 Main Street. Once packets are completed they can be hand delivered at City Hall, 501 Main Street from 8:30am – 5pm, Monday-Thursday.
Five awards are typically given, one in each of the following grade categories:
- 8th grade:     $100 Award
- 9th grade:     $100 Award
- 10th grade:    $100 Award
- 11th grade:    $200 Award
- 12th grade:    $1,000 Award
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be a high school student (9th – 12th grade) either enrolled at Half Moon Bay High School, Pilarcitos High School, OR a resident of the City of Half Moon Bay. Proof of enrollment or residency may be required.
Prompt
What comes to mind when you think of climate adaptation, and how can that be incorporated into Half Moon Bay?
* Climate adaptation means taking action to prepare for and adjust to the current and projected impacts of climate change. It can include things like designing roads and buildings to withstand higher temperatures and more powerful storms, designing shelters for people to gather during power outages, and making homes and neighborhoods more resilient through programs like CERT and Cal Fires Defensible Space.
Half Moon Bay Sustainability Program Awards
The City of Half Moon Bay, in partnership with Republic Services, is excited to announce another year of scholarships. This year, we will be giving out two (2) scholarships of $500.00. Submit an essay in response to this year’s prompt for a chance to win!