Coach Bob Pittard Scholarship
January 2024
What is the Coach Bob Pittard Scholarship?
The Coach Bob Pittard Scholarship Fund invests in
Apex, North Carolina high school athletes who are
pursuing a full-time undergraduate education leading to
a Baccalaureate Degree. This investment is made
possible through a Trust Agreement between former
Apex High School teacher and coach, Robert Ray
Pittard, and WakeEd Partnership.
WakeEd's Coach Bob Pittard Scholarship is an award
open to students from Apex and Green Hope High
School.
How much is the award for the Pittard Scholarship?
Each year, the Coach Bob Pittard Scholarship has awarded $12,500 (annually) to up to 14
student athletes from Apex and Green Hope High School.*
2018 2019 2020 2021
2022 2023
11 scholarships
11 scholarships
12 scholarships
13 scholarships
14 scholarships
14 scholarships
4 AHS recipients
7 GHHS recipients
5 renewals
2 AHS recipients
4 GHHS recipients
6 renewals
2 AHS recipients
4 GHHS recipients
7 renewals
1 AHS awardee
5 GHHS recipients
4 renewals
6 AHS recipients
4 GHHS recipients
6 renewals
4 AHS recipients
4 GHHS recipients
**Inclusive of renewal applicants**
ONCE A SCHOLAR,
ALWAYS A SCHOLAR
*All scholarship recipients will be invited to re-apply three times.
Student Eligibility
To be considered for The Coach Bob Pittard Scholarship, applicants must meet the
following criteria:
• Participated/lettered in at least one full season of a varsity sport;
• Demonstrated achievement in academics, leadership, and community service;
• Must be a United States citizen or legal resident;
• Intend to work full-time toward a Baccalaureate Degree at an accredited
institution following high school graduation in 2024;
• Must have at least a 2.0 cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA).
APPLICATION
PROCESS DETAILS
Application Process
Students submit online application, including:
• Resume
• High School Transcript
• Transcripts should include Fall 2023 final grades
• 2 Letters of Recommendation
• HS teacher, guidance counselor, or school administrator (Professional)
• HS coach, athletic director, community leader
• 1 Essay
• 1 Short Answer Question
Once applications close, the selection committee will review applications. Selected
students will be invited to interview. The judging panel will interview, and the recipients
will be notified and awarded.
Resume
Paints the BIG picture of who you are in and out of the classroom
• Volunteerism
• Athleticism
• Leadership Experience
• Work Experience (Paid Positions, if any)
• Awards Received (Academic, Athletic, Civil)
• SAT/ACT Scores
Reach out to your CDC, counselor, teachers, or parents to review your resume.
Letters of Recommendation
Two distinct letters, written by individuals who know you in a variety of ways.
Letters must include:
• Athleticism
• Leadership Capacity
Letters may also include:
• Academic Ability
• Personal Character Traits
Letters should not exceed ONE page.
Letters of Recommendation
Each applicant will need TWO Letters of Recommendation.
• HS teacher, guidance counselor, school administrator, or supervisor
• HS coach, athletic director, or community leader
Letters should include a formal letterhead. All letters will be uploaded online and
should be PDFs or DOC files.
Applicants should notify and request Letters of Recommendation as early as
possible. Applications are not completed until BOTH Letters of Recommendation
are submitted.
Letters of Recommendation – Example
Letters of recommendation
reflect intense knowledge of
the student, their aptitude, and
their character. The author
speaks with sincerity, clarity,
and confidence about
the student. The letter
provides clear detail and
offers examples that speak
to the author’s confidence
in the applicant.
Essay
Responses to the essay prompt can be submitted as a written or video response.
• Written Response
• Must Not Exceed 750 words
• Video Response
• Suggested Length of 3 to 4 minutes
• Maximum Length of 5 minutes
It is highly encouraged that applicants should have another person (teacher,
counselor, or another adult) proofread or review their essay responses.
Please ensure that all files are available for viewing or your application will be
disqualified.
Essay - Example
Essays fully reflect on the
applicant’s academic
challenges that they have
faced, as well as their
leadership and character
growth over time. All
essays are reflective, and
provide a depth of
understanding, helping to
paint succinct and vivid
images for the readers.
SCORING
CRITERIA FOR
APPLICATIONS
Scoring Criteria
Applicant’s will be scored using the following criteria:
• Academic History
• Resume & Athletics
• Essay or Video Response
• Short Answer Response
• Letters of Recommendation
0
Insufficient
1
Emerging
2
Acceptable
3
Proficient
4
Exemplary
IMPORTANT DATES
Important Dates
• Applications Open on February 1, 2024
• Applications Close on March 3, 2024
• No applications accepted after 11:59 PM EST on March 3
rd
, 2024
• Invitations to Interview – Week of March 18 – 22, 2024
• Interview – Weeks of April 1 – 12, 2024
• Interviews will take place in person at Apex or Green Hope
▪ Renewal applicant interviews will be virtual
• Notification of Awards – Week of April 15 – 19, 2024
**All dates are tentative**
APPLYING FOR
THE SCHOLARSHIP
AwardSpring
Once logged in, applicants will be prompted with this screen. If you are a new applicant, click
"Apply" for Pittard Scholarship 2024 – New Applicants.
If you are a returning applicant, click "Apply" for Pittard Scholarship 2024 – Renewal Applicants.
Questions?
• For technical issues, reach out to AwardSpring (support@awardspring.org)
• For issues with the application, reach out to Sheneika Simmons
• For any additional comments, questions, or concerns, reach out to Sheneika
Simmons ([email protected])
